Costume and Culture Studies Volume 2 - Issue 3 - Recording and Sharing: Reflections on Learning from the Course “Landscape Construction Drawing Design”

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This paper reflects on the learning journey in Landscape Construction Drawing Design taught by Professor Xiaodong WANG. It traces progress from initial hand-drawing practice to field investigations, CAD software application, and the final production of construction drawings. The reflection highlights how integrating technical drafting skills with creative thinking supports environmental design, while cross-disciplinary collaboration improves outcomes. The study offers practical insights for students and practitioners dealing with the complexity and real-world application of landscape construction drawings.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

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Pages6

Reading Time15 min

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Introduction

Preliminary Understanding and Hand-drawing Practice

Field Investigation and Sketch Practice

CAD Software Application and Stage Review

Project Examples and Detailed Operations

Complete Plan and Summary Improvement

Costume and Culture Studies Volume 2, Issue 3, 2024, Page 16-21 [https://doi.org/10.6914/ccs.020303](https://doi.org/10.6914/ccs.020303) Costume and Culture Studies Recording and Sharing: Reflections on Learning from the Course “Landscape Construction Drawing Design” Xiang YI Sichuan Normal University Abstract This paper reflects on the learning journey in the course Landscape Construction Drawing Design taught by Professor Xiaodong WANG. It explores the process from initial handdrawing practice to field investigations, CAD software application, and the final production of construction drawings. The course emphasized the importance of integrating technical skills with creative thinking, as well as the role of cross-disciplinary collaboration in environmental design. Through this reflection, the paper aims to provide valuable insights for students and practitioners interested in the complexities of landscape construction drawing and its practical applications. Keywords Landscape construction drawings; Design principles; Field investigations; CAD software; Practical application Article History Received: March 25, 2024 Accepted: March 29,2024 Published: September 30,2024 To Cite This Article Xiang YI.(2024) . Recording and Sharing: Reflections on Learning from the Course “Landscape Construction Drawing Design”. Costume and Culture Studies, 2(3), 16-21. [https://doi.org/10](https://doi.org/10) . 6914/ccs.020303 1 Introduction Before taking this course, my understanding of working drawing design was primarily shaped by the foundational course Basic Architectural Drawing and Design, where I initially thought it was simply two-dimensional data presented in CAD. However, as the course progressed, especially after listening to Professor WANG’s introduction, I gradually realized that working drawing design is not just a simple data set but an essential bridge connecting design concepts with actual implementation. Xiang YI 17 2 Preliminary Understanding and Hand-drawing Practice In the first class, Professor WANG provided a detailed introduction to the fundamentals of working drawing drafting. He emphasized that working drawing design has a unique diversity and professionalism, and, due to safety considerations, the processes involved are intricate and complex. Unlike schematic drawings, working drawings require additional details such as precise size standards, material construction, and craftsmanship, covering aspects like landscape construction, greenery, drainage, and electrical components. To help us adjust our mindset and become familiar with drafting, the instructor first had us hand-draw the elevation views of tree support structures and stair elevations, and then draft them in CAD. This process helped us understand the construction of specific landscape nodes and improved our drawing skills. 3 Field Investigation and Sketch Practice Later, we conducted field investigations in the small garden below Shangmeyuan, where Professor WANG personally explained and demonstrated how to sketch plan views under the scorching sun. After working on digital drawings for a long time, I rediscovered the value of hand-drawing. Through field observation and sketching, we gained a deeper understanding of the construction of various facilities. For example, flower beds are not just composed of surface granite but also include a cement mortar bonding layer beneath; similarly, stairs consist of multiple components. After the field investigation, we proceeded to draw detailed plan views based on our sketches, complete with legends. 4 CAD Software Application and Stage Review After completing the sketches, we converted them into CAD drawings. In the initial assignments, many students, myself included, encountered several issues, such as disorganized layouts, blurry lines, and incorrect scales. Through repeated revisions and the instructor’s periodic reviews, we gradually came to understand the importance of layout

FAQs

What learning stages does the paper describe in the course Landscape Construction Drawing Design?

It outlines a progression from hand-drawing practice, to field investigations and sketching, then converting sketches into CAD drawings, and finally iterating through reviews to meet required standards.

Why does the author emphasize hand-drawing in addition to CAD work?

The author notes that after working digitally for a long time, hand-drawing gained renewed value by improving understanding of how facilities are constructed through close observation and sketching.

What kinds of issues did students face when using CAD drawings at the beginning?

Common problems included disorganized layouts, blurry line quality, and incorrect scales, which were corrected through repeated revisions and periodic instructor reviews.

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