Architectural design representations comprise physical (models, drawings) and digital media (3D models). Multimodal combinations of physical and digital representations are commonplace in professional contexts such as design reviews or building sites, and 'making sense' of these assemblies requires complex socio-cognitive processes and…

Design education embodies distinctive pedagogical practices rooted in experiential learning, frequent interactions between students and instructors, reflective dialogues through project deliverables, and enculturation through activities and encounters facilitated by a physical studio setting. Contrasting the traditional lecture-based format, the…

School buildings worldwide have given voice to educational purposes and have been employed as policy instruments. This article outlines a study concerning governance of the design of the physical learning environments in a decentralized policy setting. Based on document analysis of three design briefs and interviews with key persons for local…