Albert C. Smith
Associate Professor
Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science
Department of Architectural Science
Toronto, Ontario
acsmith@torontomu.ca
Office:
(416) 979-5000 ext. 556492
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Smith's intellectual curiosity is especially piqued by architectural models made by hand, mostly from cardboard, wood, polystyrene or foam. He wrote a book on the subject, Architectural Model as Machine, in which he analyzes some of the most spectacular examples of all time, including Tatlin's mo...
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Smith's intellectual curiosity is especially piqued by architectural models made by hand, mostly from cardboard, wood, polystyrene or foam. He wrote a book on the subject, Architectural Model as Machine, in which he analyzes some of the most spectacular examples of all time, including Tatlin's monument to the Third International, Michelangelo's Dome of St. Peter's, and Le Corbusier's Villa Savoye.
Hand-building models is an inspiring experience, says Smith, one that can give architects a crucial perspective on a project. However, in practice, he sees the value of all models—physical, sketch and digital.
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Hand-building models is an inspiring experience, says Smith, one that can give architects a crucial perspective on a project. However, in practice, he sees the value of all models—physical, sketch and digital.
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