How to Start a New Architecture Project | MY DESIGN PROCESS

In this video, I’ll share my design process for starting a new architecture project. Using a standard Accessory Dwelling Unit that I’m developing and submitting for plan check, I’ll take you through the process from the conception of an idea using sketching and creating study models to translating the design into a digital massing. I hope this video can provide helpful tips and insights on how to start a project.
WHO AM I
I’m Vlanka, principal of VERB/. I also teach architecture at University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA. This channel is an extension of my architecture practice.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:08 Project intro
01:29 Project research
01:49 Project site
03:39 Site climate
04:05 Sun, wind & light
04:21 Design strategy
04:57 Design research
05:16 Design approach / concept
06:18 Design process
06:36 Design solutions
07:45 Study models
08:36 Digital massing model with Rhino
09:05 Digital sketching with Morpholio trace
10:00 Project representations
10:48 Hybrid process with Photoshop
11:18 Next steps
12:23 Future video

[@wrighthausracing9641]

Ha ! You are awesome

[@mennahashem4248]

I loved and enjoyed watching the video. As an architect who haven't practiced design alot and trying to get back to architecture design, this video was really organised and thoughtful. Post more please, whether the next steps of the same project or a new one.

[@VERBArchitectureWorkshop]

Happy to hear! I appreciate the kind words. A new video will be released next week. Stay tuned!

[@Vanderloo5]

Please help me to understand why you use a "Typical LA residential lot" plan vs the actual project site. Great vid.

[@VERBArchitectureWorkshop]

Thank you and great question. This project is meant to be submitted to the LA pre-approved standard plan program. I used a typical LA lot as the site rather than having a specific location for the project so the project can be adapted to any LA residential backyard that can have an accessory dwelling unit.

[@phuhuynh2457]

good job!! I really like your chanel.

[@VERBArchitectureWorkshop]

Thank you! Yes, you can model more complicated curvy shapes in Rhino and import into Revit. The best way is to establish a shared origin between Rhino and Revit so that when you model in Rhino it will be placed in the correct position when you upload into Revit. For more detailed info, check out my other video “How to establish a workflow between Rhino and Revit”. Hope that helps.

[@miafatyy]

Great video! May I know which Ipad/tablet you are using?

[@VERBArchitectureWorkshop]

Thank you! I use the Ipad Pro 12.9- inch, 4th generation

[@DaveWi-zs4yv]

👏 👏 👏 thank you. ❤ 🙏