A Guide to Architectural Terms

Are you an enthusiastic architecture student eager to up your architectural vocabulary? Or perhaps you feel a bit overwhelmed when faced with certain architectural terms as you aren’t quite sure of their meanings?

If this describes your situation, you have come to the right place. Here at First In Architecture, we have just the resource to help you out!

Our ‘Architectural Jargon Guide’ has 50 architectural terms that you are likely to come across at one point or another in your architectural journey. Each term comes with easy-to-understand explanations to save you time that would otherwise be spent searching for their meanings.

As it is a beginner friendly guide it has a great mix of terms from architectural features to concepts, structural components, and materials to help you develop a well-rounded understanding of the architectural language. It will provide you with the right terminology to communicate your ideas and concepts clearly and professionally.

We encourage you to start with our guide, using it as a stepping stone, and then let your curiosity lead you to explore more architectural terms waiting to be discovered!

Architecture Assignment Brief Guide

Are you an architecture student who struggles to effectively approach your assignment briefs? Do you also feel overwhelmed and find it difficult to keep up with all your different architecture assignments?

If yes, know that you are not alone. Many students go through this. But it does not have to be this way.

In our ‘Architecture Assignment Brief Guide’, we take you through all the important information you need to know in order to efficiently dissect your brief and come up with a step by step plan to successfully complete your architecture assignments.

We have also included a helpful planner that follows the layout of a Gantt chart to help you track your progress. It lets you break your assignments down into more manageable tasks on the left and comes with a time scale that runs across the top.

With our guide and planner, you will be well equipped to respond to your assignment briefs with confidence and meet your assignment deadlines stress free!

Architecture Drawing Projections Guide

Do you often find yourself puzzled by drawing projection terms like orthographic, perspective, and isometric? Well, we have just the resource to help you out!

At First In Architecture, we understand the challenges faced by architecture students when it comes to visualising their designs. This is why we have put together the perfect guide exclusively for you.

We have specifically tailored our ‘Architecture Drawing Projections Guide’ to help demystify drawing projections and empower you to create stunning architectural visualisations with confidence.

In it we go through the various categories and types of drawing projections with the help of some illustrations. We also let you know which ones are commonly used for architectural visualisations.

Say goodbye to confusion and hello to amazing, well-informed visualisations with our guide on architecture drawing projections.

Architecture Site Analysis Complete Pack

Have you struggled with analysing your site and not knowing what to look for when conducting a site visit? If so, then you are not alone.

We understand that site analysis can be a daunting task, especially when you are not sure where to start or how to find the information you need.

But fear not! Our ‘Architecture Site Analysis Complete Pack’ is specially designed for architecture students like you. It is the perfect resource that will help you learn how to conduct a successful site analysis.

Our ‘Architecture Site Analysis Complete Pack’ includes:

• PDF Architecture Site Analysis Guide
• Printable Architecture Site Analysis Checklist
• Contextual Site Surveys Guide
• Site Analysis Symbols Set 1
• Site Analysis Symbols Set 2
• Site Material Analysis Template
• Pack of Material Textures

With the help of guides, a checklist, and some useful site analysis assets, we go through everything you need to know, from finding information about a site to conducting a site visit to documenting your findings.

No more feeling lost or overwhelmed when it comes to gathering critical information about a site. With our complete pack, you’ll gain the confidence and expertise to conduct thorough site analyses that will impress your professors and take your architectural designs to new heights.

Architecture Precedent Study and Analysis Guide

Are you an architecture student who finds precedent analysis challenging? Do you feel like you’re just putting pictures of buildings on your presentation boards without really understanding why they are important?

Precedent study is an essential skill for any architecture student. And we get that it can be hard to know what to analyse about a precedent and then further depict how it relates to your design.

This is why we have made our ‘Architecture Precedent Study and Analysis Guide’ which will equip you with the knowledge and techniques necessary to excel in this crucial aspect of architectural education.

You will learn everything you need to know about precedent studies, from the basics of what a precedent is to how to apply your analysis.

With the help of our guide, you will be able to impress your professors or lecturers with a deeper understanding of your chosen precedents and how they have informed your design thinking.

Architecture Concepts Bundle

Do you find yourself stuck in a rut, unable to come up with new and innovative ideas? Are you having trouble developing your architectural concepts?

We are aware that having good concepts and developing them properly is crucial to help you bring your architectural visions to life.

So, look no further! Our ‘Architecture Concepts Bundle’ is here to help you with your concept development process step by step.

Our ‘Architecture Concepts Bundle’ includes:

• Architecture Concepts Guide [pdf]
• Architecture Concepts Generator [pdf]
• Spatial Explorations [dwg, psd, ai, pdf]
• Concept Diagrams [ai, psd, pdf]

Along with our guide we have added in a concepts generator and spatial explorations that will help you produce fresh new ideas whenever you feel stuck. In addition to this we have also included some example concept diagrams to help you visualise your examples.

This awesome bundle will help you break free from creative blocks and level up your concept development process!

Architectural Model Making – The Guide

Are you an architecture student who is new to the world of model making? Do you find yourself struggling when creating architectural models?

A well-crafted model can bring your designs to life, enabling you to communicate your vision effectively and impress both clients and professors alike. However, we know that getting started with model making can be challenging, especially if you lack guidance and experience.

That’s where our ‘Architectural Model Making -The Guide’ comes in. We specifically intended it to help those who are new to model making or struggling to find their footing. It’s your ultimate companion on the journey to mastering your model making skills.

It is super easy to follow and will teach you all about the model making process. From the uses of different architectural models to the essential materials and tools needed for model making, our guide has it all.

With the help of this guide, you will be equipped with the knowledge needed to excel in the essential skill of architectural model making!

5 Easy Steps To Better Detailing Guide

Looking to enhance your architectural detailing skills?

Detailing plays a crucial role in architectural design, bringing life, depth, and functionality to your projects. We know that it can seem to be a bit of an overwhelming process to get started with. But don’t fret! We have just the solution for you.

Our ‘5 Easy Steps To Better Detailing Guide’ is a great introduction to detailing for architecture students! It will take you through the different stages of learning about detailing.

This guide looks at why detailing is important and what the main principles of detailing are. We explore the 5 key steps to improve your detailing and look at exercises you can do to improve your understanding. In addition to this we have also shared our favourite resources for detailing, from websites to books and manuals and more.

It is perfect for anyone new to detailing, or for those looking to improve their skills. With it you will be able to familiarise with the seemingly intimidating detailing process and break it down into actionable steps.

Architecture Presentation Board Templates

Do you find it hard to create captivating presentation boards that truly showcase your designs?

We know how important it is to effectively communicate your design. We are also aware of how time consuming it can be to produce presentation board layouts from scratch.

Well, we have got your back! Our ‘Architecture Presentation Board Templates Bundle’ will transform your presentations and elevate your architectural representation and communication skills.

Our ‘Architecture Presentation Board Bundle’ includes:

• 14 Architecture Presentation Board Templates in Photoshop (.psd version 2023)
• 14 Architecture Presentation Board Templates in InDesign (.indd version 2023)
• Font suggestions and combinations for presentation boards
• 16 Textured backgrounds in .png and .tiff format
• Instructions and tutorials on how to use the templates

Along with the templates that come in both landscape and portrait orientations, we have added in some font suggestions and textured backgrounds for you to experiment with. You can use these to come up with your own unique presentation board styles.

This bundle will save you time and help you create presentation boards that will amaze your audience and make your designs stand out!

How to Write an Architecture Dissertation 101 Guide

Are you an architecture student struggling to find a compelling dissertation topic? Or perhaps are not entirely sure how to conduct thorough research and locate reliable sources?

Not to worry as this can be quite common. Writing a dissertation can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right guidance, you can write a dissertation that is both informative and engaging.

Our guide ‘How to Write an Architecture Dissertation 101’ is packed with everything you need to know to write a successful dissertation. We cover everything from finding a topic to researching and citing your sources.

It is written in an easy-to-understand style and is packed with practical advice. In it, we’ll walk you through the entire process of writing an architecture dissertation, from finding a topic to researching and writing your final document.

Whether you’re a first-year student or you’re nearing the end of your degree, our guide will help you write a dissertation that you’re proud of.