A good sketchbook is your visual diary. Go for thick paper (at least 120 gsm) so you can draw with pencils, ink or markers without it bleeding through.
A4 Sketchbook
A full range of pencils is essential. Use harder ones (2H–H) for structure and details, softer ones (2B–8B) for shading and atmosphere.
Castell 9000 Graphite Pencil Design Set, Tin of 12
A triangular scale ruler saves time on every technical drawing. Every architecture student needs one.
rOtring Triangular Reduction Scale Surveying, T6
Never use a plastic ruler for cutting. A metal ruler stays perfectly straight and lasts forever.
Westcott 19.7-Inch 50 cm Cutting Aluminium Ruler
A self-healing cutting mat protects your desk and makes your cuts cleaner. A must-have for model making.
Vantage® Self-Healing Cutting Mats To Protect Surfaces
For models and fine details — this is your best friend. Always use sharp blades for cleaner and safer cuts.
X-ACTO #1 Knife (X32010)
Not all glues work for model materials. Transparent, fast-drying glue like UHU or Bison is perfect for clean results.
Bison Kit® Transparant
You’ll be making tons of models. Keep a small stock of cardboard sheets in different thicknesses and neutral tones.
Canson Mi-Teintes Pastel Paper, Gray Tones
Your presentation drawings will instantly look more professional with black fineliners (0.1–0.8 mm) and neutral grey tones.
Copic Markers 12-Piece Cool Gray Set
You’ll need to carry large drawings to class and critiques. A sturdy portfolio keeps everything clean and flat.
Mapac : ArtMate Case : A3
You’ll be running AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Revit… Go for at least 16 GB RAM and an i7 or Ryzen 7 processor.
HP ENVY x360 15 (2023) vs ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2024)
Don’t even try drawing on a trackpad. A precise mouse saves time, stress, and wrist pain.
MX Master 3s Wireless Mouse - 8K Optical Sensor
Always back up your work. One crash can cost you a week of progress.
Portable SSD T7 1 TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Gray)
You’ll carry sketchbooks, models, and your laptop every day — invest in a backpack that protects and organizes it all.
Floid
Architecture means long nights. Stay hydrated (or caffeinated) — bonus points for sustainability.
