Why Most Perspective Sections Fail to Communicate

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In this video, I break down two perspective sections we created for a national architectural competition in Brazil. These drawings were part of a larger proposal by Vazquez Arquitetos that was awarded 3rd place in the competition.

Vazquez invited us (Upstairs) to collaborate during the second phase of the process, focusing specifically on visual communication. Our goal was not just to make a good-looking drawing, but to create sections that clearly explained space, program, and atmosphere.

I walk you through the full workflow, from the original 3D model to vector drawing and final post-production. More importantly, I explain the reasoning behind the decisions that made these sections easier to read and more effective as communication tools.

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Competition website and all results
(Even though it's in PT-BR, it's a great place to learn and get inspired.)
https://thermasprudente.concursosarqs...

Vazquez Arquitetos
Website: http://vazquezarquitetos.com.br/
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See the perspective sections in high quality
Behance project
https://www.behance.net/gallery/24060...

If you have questions about perspective sections, representation, or architectural drawing in general, feel free to leave a comment. I read everything and I’m happy to continue the conversation there.

Thanks for watching.

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Similar Illustrator workflows
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Using hierarchy, line weight, and color in diagrams (which can be easily applied to perspective sections)
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:47 Competition context and challenge
3:31 Working with the 3D model
7:04 Illustrator workflow and hierarchy
12:37 Photoshop post-production
17:53 Final thoughts

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