DIAGONAL POINT METHOD
• When drawing a one-point perspectiveof a space, we notice that
the observer's eye-level, equivalent to the height of the horizon
line (HL) above the ground line (GL), as well as the location of the
observer's center of vision (C), will determine which planes
defining the space will be emphasized inthe perspective view.
• The perspective drawing below usestheperspectivegrid shown
on the facing page. Note that, particularly in interior views,
properly cropped foreground elements can enhance the feeling
that one is in a space rather than on the outside lookingin. The
center of vision (C) is closer to the lefthand wall so that the
bending of the space to the right can be visualized. The change in
scale between the righthand shelvingand patio doors beyond, and
a similar change between the foreground table and the w
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seat beyond, serve to emphasize the~epth of t heperspective.
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• Perspective-plan views-one-point perspectiveviews of interior
spaces from above- can be effective in illustrating small, highly
detailed rooms.
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