School of Architecture and Design \ Architecture
Course Credit
ECTS Credit
Course Type
Instructional Language
Programs that can take the course
This course is designed to guide students through the process of compiling their academic and design work from their architectural education into a cohesive, consistent, and original portfolio. Students will integrate graphic design and presentation techniques into their architectural projects, effectively communicating their design skills and approach through a well-structured portfolio.
Throughout the course, students will explore contemporary portfolio examples, gaining insight into fundamental design concepts. Within this framework, the course covers layout design, typography, font selection, color palette creation, and visual hierarchy as key principles of graphic design. Additionally, students will critically evaluate and refine their previous projects to align them with the overall structure and narrative of their portfolio.
Moreover, the course aims to equip students with the skills to effectively use professional design software, particularly Adobe InDesign, to create and organize portfolio layouts. By the end of the course, students will have developed a high-quality and original portfolio suitable for both print and digital formats.
Textbook and / or References
The primary objective of this course is to enable students to create a unique portfolio that reflects their architectural approach and design philosophy while effectively utilizing graphic design, visual communication, and contemporary presentation techniques throughout the process.
In this context, students will:
•Analyze contemporary approaches to portfolio design and structure their projects accordingly.
•Apply typography, color, layout, and composition techniques to enhance visual communication.
•Develop a professional portfolio suited for both print and digital formats.
•Utilize digital tools such as Adobe InDesign effectively in the portfolio design process.
1. Explains the concept of a portfolio and its role in architectural practice. (KNOWLEDGE)
2. Analyzes contemporary portfolio design approaches. (KNOWLEDGE)
3. Applies layout, typography, and color usage in accordance with graphic design principles. (SKILL)
4. Critically evaluates and revises previous architectural projects to ensure portfolio coherence. (SKILL)
5. Creates portfolio layouts using professional design software such as Adobe InDesign. (SKILL)
6. Designs and presents portfolios in both print and digital formats. (SKILL)
7. Develops a unique portfolio that reflects their personal design approach. (COMPETENCE)
8. Delivers a professional portfolio presentation by utilizing architectural presentation and visual communication techniques. (COMPETENCE)
Week 1: Course Introduction and Orientation, Explanation of course content, structure, objectives, scope, and schedule
Week 2: What is a Portfolio? Content Structuring and Defining the Target Audience, Types of portfolios: Academic, professional, and personal portfolios, Defining the target audience: Who is it prepared for?, Content selection criteria and preliminary evaluation process
Week 3: Typography and Text Usage, The role of typography in architectural portfolios, Readability, font selection, and establishing hierarchy, Analysis of sample works and font selection
Week 4: Color Usage and Visual Hierarchy, Color theory and its application in architectural presentations, Creating and implementing a color palette, Selecting appropriate colors for print and digital formats
Week 5: Layout Design and Page Composition, General evaluation of contemporary architectural portfolio examples, Analysis of layout, typography, font, and color selection in different digital and print media (books, magazines, brochures, etc.)
Week 6: 1st Evaluation Presentations
Week 7: Refining Portfolio Content – Desk Critiques
Week 8: Refining Portfolio Content – Desk Critiques
Week 9: Refining Portfolio Content – Desk Critiques
Week 10: Refining Portfolio Content – Desk Critiques
Week 11: Refining Portfolio Content – Desk Critiques
Week 12: 2nd Evaluation Presentations
Tentative Assesment Methods
• 1st Evaluation 35 %
• 2nd Evaluation 45 %
• Participation 20 %
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