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The Design Process Workflow
In this walkthrough, you’ll see how I approach architectural design—moving from initial sketches to a full, presentation-ready concept in just a few steps. This lesson includes a step-by-step live draw-along option for more hands-on practice.
To get started, jump into the video where I break down my design workflow visually:
The process begins with understanding the client’s needs, site conditions, and zoning restrictions, then sketching out quick layout ideas to explore options. From there, you can:
• Refine the concept digitally with Morpholio Trace or Procreate on iPad
• Overlay sketches on site photos or CAD base drawings
• Add color, texture, and shadow for depth and realism
• Polish final drawings to clearly communicate design intent
My workflow keeps the process flexible and open-ended, blending traditional sketching warmth with the efficiency of digital tools.
Why This Matters
The ability to take a project from rough idea to polished presentation in hours (instead of days) makes a major difference in the design profession. By staying flexible and iterating quickly, you avoid getting locked into rigid 3D models and instead keep your creativity flowing. This method lets you explore, refine, and share concepts that clients understand.
Follow along step by step by downloading the free Sketch file that accompanies this walkthrough: 👉 Download the Free File
Learn More
The Live Draw-Along Workshop covers this workflow plus additional guided lessons over four weeks. Enrollment gets you lifetime access to the full self-guided course library too: 👉 Learn about the Live Draw-Along Workshop
Closing Thought
Whether you’re an experienced architect or newer designer looking to speed up your workflow, this process blends the speed of digital design with the clarity of hand sketching. Try it once, and you’ll see why it’s a go-to shortcut in client work!