A platform for research: civil engineering, architecture and urbanism
A platform for research: civil engineering, architecture and urbanism
An important part of Gyo Obata's design innovation came from his reliance on three‐dimensional models. Most architects did not make models during design and might only make a display model after design was complete. Obata also contributed two‐dimensional innovations to HOK. All designers worked by sketching successive design ideas on new layers of tracing paper placed directly over the old layers. Obata required designers to keep their tracing paper layers in order, in a pile, so that he could review the development of a design idea. George Kassabaum set high standards for production, the process of making sure designs are feasible, preparing documents for bidding, and working with the contractor during construction. He believed clients deserved buildings completed on time and on budget. Speaking of HOK's different disciplines, the founders encouraged people with similar roles to meet together to share their knowledge and help each other to succeed.
An important part of Gyo Obata's design innovation came from his reliance on three‐dimensional models. Most architects did not make models during design and might only make a display model after design was complete. Obata also contributed two‐dimensional innovations to HOK. All designers worked by sketching successive design ideas on new layers of tracing paper placed directly over the old layers. Obata required designers to keep their tracing paper layers in order, in a pile, so that he could review the development of a design idea. George Kassabaum set high standards for production, the process of making sure designs are feasible, preparing documents for bidding, and working with the contractor during construction. He believed clients deserved buildings completed on time and on budget. Speaking of HOK's different disciplines, the founders encouraged people with similar roles to meet together to share their knowledge and help each other to succeed.
Innovate Early and Often
MacLeamy, Patrick (author)
2020-04-07
12 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
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