portfolio design

[Rconce01]

Guys,

I am planning on entering the master’s program for architecture at my local university this coming year, I need to submit a print portfolio in order to have the school accept me by feb 1. I have some of my design work from when I was in school and lots of 3d work from school and from my years working. Anyone have a clue on any tips tricks or guides to compose this portfolio. I have several dvd portfolio’s but they don’t accept anything that requires power to view. An online guide would be great. The goal is to get into the school.

[AJLynn]

This book is probably the most popular one on the subject: http://www.amazon.com/Portfolio-Design-Third-Harold-Linton/dp/0393730956/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/104-0061752-9419957?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1191529307&sr=8-1

 

though there are others - try an Amazon search for portfolio design.

[chadw]

I would recommend looking at a lot of portfolios. what school are you applying for may I ask? Many programs actually catalog examples of portfolios from student which they have accepted. I would agree that the Harold Linton book is a good start...

 

what are the schools specific guidlines for the portfolio? Must it be 8.5x11? Are other formats accepted... is there a page limit? All of this will effect how you approach your portfolio. The best piece of advice I could give, and what I tell my students, is EDIT. Only show your best work. Fewer works is better than more IMHO.

 

good luck getting into school!!

[Rconce01]

It's FLorida International University. I will see if they allow me to view sucessful portfolios of students admitted. i wouldn't think they would show that info but it can't hurt to ask.

 

the requirements are as follows

 

Graduate Portfolio RequirementsA portfolio of creative design work is required as part of your application for admission to the Upper Division of the Departments of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Interior Design at Florida International University. The portfolio should demonstrate your creative abilities as well as your design and graphic skills. The selection committee wants to see your best work and your potential for design. We encourage you to select no more than 10 examples of design work executed within the past two years. Portfolios should be limited to work directly produced by the applicant.

A portfolio MUST contain:

- A selection of your Architectural, Landscape Architecture and Interior Design Projects produced in studio over the last two years

- A one-page (maximum) statement outlining your intentions, aspirations and purpose in pursuing a professional degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Interior Design

A portfolio MAY contain:

- Examples of recent art and/or design projects that you have completed on your own or in collaboration with others. (Please explain what your role was in the work)

- Studies of buildings that demonstrate your analytical ability

The School of Architecture admissions committee does not regard samples of architectural or interior design construction documents (by hand or computer) as useful indicators of aptitude or promise in design and we discourage their inclusion in the portfolio.

Format

The format should be 8 _” x 11”, bound or carefully packaged with a maximum thickness of 3”, however, participants may include 11” x 17” sheets folded to 8 _” x 11”. The review process cannot accommodate slides, videos, computer disks or other formats that require electric power to view. However, you may include two-dimensional storyboards (a sequence of still images that show a story), computer printouts, and photographs of small three-dimensional models/projects within the document itself.

Deadlines

All applications to the School of Architecture are due February 1st.

All Portfolios are due February 1st and must be clearly labeled: GRADUATE PORTFOLIO (Please specify Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Interior Design). Students wishing to be considered for both should state so clearly on the portfolio label. There will be no extensions of the portfolio deadline.

Mail or deliver to:

Attn: Graduate Portfolio

Coordinator, Academic Support Services

FIU School of Architecture, PCA – 273B

11200 SW 8th Street

Miami, FL 33199

We look forward to receiving your submission. Please contact us if you have any questions at 305-348-3181 or cardenty@fiu.edu

 

 

The Contact info option doesnt work too well... if you know what i mean

 

 

 

I would recommend looking at a lot of portfolios. what school are you applying for may I ask? Many programs actually catalog examples of portfolios from student which they have accepted. I would agree that the Harold Linton book is a good start...

 

what are the schools specific guidlines for the portfolio? Must it be 8.5x11? Are other formats accepted... is there a page limit? All of this will effect how you approach your portfolio. The best piece of advice I could give, and what I tell my students, is EDIT. Only show your best work. Fewer works is better than more IMHO.

 

good luck getting into school!!

[Crazy Homeless Guy]

i was going to post this earlier, but hesitated. i would only include 3d work in your portfolio is it is one of you projects, and it is supported by more than just sexy renderings. if the 3d work is not your design, then more then likely the school will place it under the category of...

 

"The School of Architecture admissions committee does not regard samples of architectural or interior design construction documents (by hand or computer) as useful indicators of aptitude or promise in design and we discourage their inclusion in the portfolio"

 

also, when laying out the format for the projects you are going to show, make sure the imply process and development of the design. the thing most important to them will be your approach and how you execute your approach. this is more important than how sexy your building looks in renderings. it means that they will be able to mold you and teach the design process at the next level.

 

often architects speak about how the enjoy the process more than the final product. the professors reviewing your portfolio are absolutely going to feel this way.

[Rconce01]

I know what you mean the initial inspiration followed by the design intent is what really makes the good projects which end up in a portfolio, I am glad you brought that to my attention because it is a process that is usually overseen as you work in a firm. My plan would be that all the projects I display in the portfolio follow through from basic sketches and site research to the design documents concluded by a nice photo of the model or rendering

 

 

i was going to post this earlier, but hesitated. i would only include 3d work in your portfolio is it is one of you projects, and it is supported by more than just sexy renderings. if the 3d work is not your design, then more then likely the school will place it under the category of...

 

"The School of Architecture admissions committee does not regard samples of architectural or interior design construction documents (by hand or computer) as useful indicators of aptitude or promise in design and we discourage their inclusion in the portfolio"

 

also, when laying out the format for the projects you are going to show, make sure the imply process and development of the design. the thing most important to them will be your approach and how you execute your approach. this is more important than how sexy your building looks in renderings. it means that they will be able to mold you and teach the design process at the next level.

 

often architects speak about how the enjoy the process more than the final product. the professors reviewing your portfolio are absolutely going to feel this way.