D A VID SAKUMO T O
WELCOME
My name is David Sakumoto and I am a Japanese and Korean Designer practicing the art of model making in the realm of architecture. From traditional/analog craftsmanship to the utilization of digital and 3D tools, I have crafted a repertoire of skills that would challenge myself in how we make models today.
I believe that great models harness both traditional craftsmanship and the utilization of advanced digital technology.
The following pages include samples of my professional and academic work that embody who I am as a model maker.
Thank you for looking.
A. Queens, NYC Study Model | Museum board, chipboard, & paint
D. Boston Presentation Model | Museum board, paint,
B. Long Island City Study Model | Museum board, chipboard, paint, & plastic plexi base, & plastic
C. Boston Study Model | Museum board, paint, plexi base, & plastic
A D B C
A. Presentation Model | Plexi, acrylic, mirrors, metal, basswood, bristol, LED lighting, & paint
B. Study Models | Basswood, bristol, & paint
LIGHT PAVILION (CHENGDU, CHINA)
Forward Slash Architektur + Steven Holl | 2016
A. Sectional Presentation Model | Basswood, museum board, red bristol, paint, & frosted plexi
B. Presentation Model with Wall Detached | Basswood, museum board, bristol, paint, & frosted plexi
A. Presentation Model | Basswood, bristol, medium-density fiberboard, paint, & plexi
B. Presentation Model with Detachable Facade | Basswood, bristol, cardboard, metal wires, paint, & plexi
GRADUATE DORMITORY & ROWING
A. Presentation Model with Interiors | Basswood, cardboard, & plexi
B. Presentation Model with Site | Basswood, museum board, green bristol, & plexi
FASHION ARCHIVE & ROME CAMPUS Pratt
A. Pavilion Study Models for Connecticut Residence | Basswood
B. Sliding Door Study Model for NYC Residence | Basswood
C. Overall Dwelling Study Models for Los Angeles Residence | Basswood
A. Materials Connection Model | Basswood, plexi sheet, plexi rods
B. Solid vs Void Cube | Bristol
C. Concave Cube Model | Bristol
Full Portfolio