Scale Models Definition: a representation or copy of an object that is larger or smaller than the actual size of the object Most often the scale model is smaller than the original and used asa guide to making the object in full sizePurpose Allows designers to study the volume of a given space Models reveal the 3-d qualities of a form Provide designers opportunities to study and review the elements of a designe Finishes e Materials © Colors e Textures e All information presented in accurate scaleModel Makers © Working models are often created by the interior designer or architect © Presentation models are often created by full-time model markers on staff or professional model making companies e Professionals havea wider variety of materials to re. build with including La molds; saws and laser cutters° Study Model/Working Models: quickly constructed to reflect the preliminary nature of the design e Presentation/Finished Models: present a finalized, fully developed design with a great deal of detail and high levels of craftsmanshipWorking Scale Model Components ¢ Floor plans as a base ¢ Interior elevations rendered onto the walls e Elevations attached to the floor plan « Can be glued into place to be permanent « Can be hinged witha strip of tape for flipping up and down to allow easy transportationWorking Scale Model Advantages Elevations can moved and taped into place as needed for study and review ¢ Uses drawing skills as an aid in model making ¢ Can be dismantled and stored flat for easy transportation Limitations + Does not show design details as accurately as presentation models ¢ Less realistic in terms of space than presentation modelsPresentation Scale Model © Components Accurate representation of walls; flooring; ceilings and furniture: ° Textures ° Materials » Finishes » ColorsPresentation Scale Model ° Advantages ° Shows design details such as finishes; colors; materials; textures. ° Gives a highly accurate representation of the space © Limitations * Costly to create ° Time intensive ° Requires expensive tools ° Most often created by model making teams of professionals