Starting architecture school? Here’s a curated list of essential stationery and tools every fresher needs , from drafting and model making to presentation and comfort.
These are the basics that will help you build your foundation, stay organized, and...
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✏️ Drafting & Drawing Essentials
✂️ Model-Making Starter Kit
✏️ Drafting & Drawing Essentials
A collection of core tools for first-year architecture students to start manual drafting confidently.
Includes T-square, set squares, scales, pencils, and papers — everything you need to draw precise lines, angles, and scaled plans. These basics help...
For quick ideas, daily doodles, and concept sketches.
You can also use different sizes as per your preference.
My personal fav is A5
Artistic Journeys: Brustro Sketchbooks for Creative Exploration/Buy now
Different grades for outlines, shading, and line weights. Best and recommended by many seniors
Staedtler Mars Lumograph Drawing Pencils 12-Pack
For clean, consistent, fine lines.
BRUSTRO Mechanical Pencil Set 0.5mm, 8pcs
For inking your drawings with line variation.
Sakura Pigma Micron 10 Fineliner Pen Set
One for normal use, one for smudge-free light corrections.
Sargent Art Kneaded Vinyl Eraser Set (2)
A straightedge with a perpendicular head used to draw parallel and horizontal lines on a drawing board; essential for precise manual drafting.
Isomars Detachable T Square - 24"
For measuring and drawing plans in scale (1:100, 1:50, 1:20, etc.).
Essential
Triangular Scales
Ensures perfect angled lines when drafting.
Vishal Adjustable Architecture Set Square 35cm
A best combo of protractor and pro circle, a total life saver for details
360° Protractor Procircle Master Stencil
For circles, arcs, and neat geometric details.
MAPED -COMPASS CATEGORY
Add life to your designs and concepts with these.
Ohuhu 48 Color Dual Tip Alcohol Markers Set
✂️ Model-Making Starter Kit
Essential tools and materials for building your first architectural models.
From cutting mats and precision knives to adhesives and foam boards, this kit helps freshers learn the basics of model construction, practice accuracy, and present their idea...
Protects your desk and keeps blades sharp while cutting boards or paper.