Tool Kit
Model Builders Tool Kit
Every model builder has their own set of favorite tools that they collected over many years of making. Owning your own set of tools is essential. It gives you access to a specific workflow that you can trust and produces the results you want.
One good piece of advice is to buy tools when you need them and not in advance and to look around to see what tools others use!
The ‘essentials’ list should provide an overview of things you need to start model building. Once you progress on your journey, you might want to consider items on the list ‘for the ambitious maker.’ Owning tools and caring for and maintaining them will extend your capabilities and deepen your understanding of how the tangible world is put together substantially by raising awareness of the interconnection between idea and realization.
Henry Welch
Henry Welch
Werkstattverantwortlicher Digitalwerkstatt
My knowledge and skills in fabrication were acquired through a BA in modelmaking at the Arts University Bournemouth, and further honed through 4 years as a modelmaker at Foster + Partners. Much of my time there was spent building presentation models for competitions and client design reviews, using a broad range of materials. After that, I broadened my skillset further working as a carpenter and CNC machinist for various smaller companies in London.
I joined the team in 2022 and I am delighted to learn and share the many different ways of working, here in the raplab.
+41 44 633 49 93
Alessandro Tellini
Alessandro Tellini
Bereichsleiter Raplab
Alessandro Tellini (29.03.1984) is the Director of the Rapid Architectural Prototyping Laboratory (RAPLAB) and holds the Lecturer for Model and Design position at the Department of Architecture at ETH Zurich. With a graphic and product design background, Alessandro developed a strong interest in fabrication and construction early in his career. This practical knowledge has been applied to various projects, including architectural model-making, product development, and the fabrication of large-scale architectural prototypes.
In addition to his professional work, Alessandro has shared his expertise as a lecturer in national and international workshops, emphasizing the value of teaching through hands-on experiences. As the Director of Raplab, he oversees the workshop’s operations and, together with his team, instructs a significant number of students each semester, focusing on craft and design education.
Alessandro Tellini’s career reflects his commitment to architectural education and skill development at ETH Zurich, contributing to the growth of practical knowledge and creativity among students.
+41 44 633 49 93 (appointments upon request)
Wahlfach FS20
Wahlfach FS20
Modelmaking
Wegen Corona fand der Unterricht ab Ende März unerwartet online statt, so dass die
Studierenden Research-Projekte bearbeitet haben, anbei einige Beispiele.
Teilnehmende
Teaching-Team:
Katrin Derleth, Alessandro Tellini
Studierende:
Andermatt Lea, Buchmann-Ebbert Jasper, Caversaccio Tanguy, Clausen Geraldine, Debons Claire, Eschbach Damaris, Fudoli Alessandra, Geser Elena, Kallert Leon, Ki Ming Fung, Kilian Hannah, Peteler Tobias, Song Yuning
Wahlfach HS19
Wahlfach HS19
Modelmaking
Impressionen
Teilnehmende
Teaching Team:
Katrin Derleth, Alessandro Tellini
Studierende:
Akaki Takuma, Baghan Sogol, Barbosa Rosas Julia, Burkhalter Matthias, Chen Rongsheng, Clemens Alica, Comas Sala Albert, Graf Leo, Heikkalä Jaakko, Jacot Maxime, Keller Guy, Kruidenier Wessel, Lubes Jan, Monte Agrippino, Pons Forteza Maria
Wahlfach FS19
Wahlfach FS19
City Scape
Teilnehmende
Studierende:
Al-Jamali Nadia, Bazotti Diego, Bruderer Arno,
Delory Aurore, Gloggner Cindy, Janzi Romina,
Rutishauser Jonathan, Tao Jingyu, Wang Nan,
Winkelmann Thomas, Wyss Oliver, Zhou Yuan