SE2 TSA Architectural model: Developmental Work

My senior project involves developing an extensive set of drawings that will assist me in constructing an architectural model for a family of six (including an aging set of grandparents). The major material that I will be using in construction is balsa wood. My model will be constructed on a foam-core board no larger than 24” square. Throughout the process, prior to and during construction, I will be receiving guidance from my mentor.

Supply List
1) Glue: Model material attachment

2) 3 Sandpaper Sheets (9” x 11”): Material reduction/ forming

3) (Color) Paint (10 Grams): Exterior wall finish

Tool and Equipment List
1)Exacto Knife: Cut out balsa wood

2)Back Saw/Hand Saw: Cut out balsa wood

Material List
1) 10 Balsa Wood Sheets (1/8” x 4” x 36”): Model

2) Foam-Core Board (24” x 24”): Model base

3) 10 Sandpaper Sheets (9” x 11”): Roof/Driveway

4) 1 Bag of Lichen (Spring Green): Grass (Applied to green paint)

Plan of Procedures
1. Glue floor plan (actual drawing) in the center of the model base.
2. Based on all drawings, cut out all exterior walls from balsa wood.
3. Glue exterior walls in place, directly on top of floor plan.
4. In order to not mix up any interior walls and waste material, glue pieces to the floor plan in a systematic order as soon as they are cut.
Note: Be sure to cut out all doors and windows from balsa wood before gluing to model base.
5. When all walls are in place, construct the roof as a separate attachment. Cut pieces out based on the length of each individual half of a gable roof. Glue pieces together based on the pitch and slope of the roof plan.
6. Cut slits into sandpaper based on the size of the shingles from drawings and glue the required amount to cover the surface of the roof.
7. Cut out pieces of balsa wood to form patio and glue to model base.
8. Cut out a separate sheet of sandpaper for the driveway and glue to model base.
9. Paint the rest of the model base green and sprinkle lichen on top. Remove excess when dry.
10. Paint exterior wall and patio according to colors in drawings.