Folded Paper Models - Reflection

When we were instructed to make paper models with reference to our selected architect, it seemed like an easy task. However, once I began the paper modelling it was much harder than I anticipated. It was very challenging to keep the paper as a whole A4 sheet of paper. To begin my first model, I folded the A4 sheet into small squares so it was easier to fold and make shapes.

The second part of the task required me to create a paper model, in which I could use as many sheets of paper I liked and how many alterations I could control. This was much easier than the fist part of the task and took less time.

When comparing the models, I found that the first models were of high quality, aesthetic appeal and durability, whereas the second models were poorly constructed and were not as strong as the previous. I found that this was a very educating and clever activity that made me aware and forced me to realise that in design, strict and specific guidelines and rules cause a designer to take more care in designing and planning design. Where as when there were no specific guidelines, the care taken in designing and planning was overlooked, and I found that the models were rushed.