Welcome to my blog dear reader. I’m currently writing a book about space planning and I thought to share on here as I compile all my knowledge in one place.
First time on a new project, means me having an initial visit to the property. Could be residential, could be commercial, how I start doesn’t really defer. After my initial look around, and discussion with my client, my next step is to take quick and smart measurements of key areas and do a quick, rough sketch of the place if it’s not large space. I’d do quick sketches for even a 4-5 bedroom house. I also take a lot of pictures and videos during my consultation. These form the foundation of my plans; and as I return to my studio, I start to visualise my very first ideas based on what I have put down on paper. It’s really difficult for me to visualise a design if I cannot see that space in a 2D format. If existing floor plans are available, that’s great! Otherwise, I do a quick sketch, then have a draftsperson come in later on to do a professional drawing for me. I no longer have time to do my own floor plans – busy, busy, busy!
Opulence, elegance, and comfort should underlie every interior design.
Lastly. There are other reasons why I like to do a quick sketches on the spot, but one last reason I’ll mention: I love doodling. It gets me thinking and I concentrate better when my hands are moving. While I sketch, wonky sketch or not, it helps me to think.
As you start out your creative process, it helps to write things down because it keeps to memory that much better. I remember reading about Roald Dahl, one of my favourite authors; he said that he would stop whatever he is doing to note down any idea that came to mind. One day he was driving somewhere, and he had a light bulb moment about a story. With nothing to write with, he pulled over and wrote in the dust on his car, “elevator”. Eventually, the word ended up creating the stories of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator.
Whatever it is that helps get your mind going, do it. But where it comes to interior design, architecture, designing spaces a good way to start is everything I’ve mentioned above.
Happy sketching!
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