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6 This project was carried out at the Institute of Construction and Design Principles (KOEN) at the Graz University of Technology. The institute was founded in 2013 and focuses primarily on teaching first year architecture. The interrelationship between the design and construction aspects of architecture form an integral part of both the institute’s teaching and research principles. The institute also runs the model building workshop of the faculty and the specialised courses within that field. This publication is part of an ongoing research project that looks into the possibilities of contemporary model making, as well as its relevance within contemporary architecture education and practice. We have chosen to show architectural models of 45 iconic examples of 20th century Austrian architecture. The selected buildings have all either been modified, demolished, are endangered or are projects that were never built. The models seek to illustrate the core design principles of each individual project, instead of solely showing a scaled down representation of the buildings. Analysing the buildings and creating the models allowed for an in depth exploration of each project as well as an experimentation with various materials and methods. Each example is accompanied by a short description that outlines the project as well as the methods and materials used to create the model. This book can act as an inspiration when deciding on suitable methods to illustrate one’s own designs. In providing an impetus for students to experiment with material, texture and form, the book can allow students to develop their own individual approach to model making. Almost like a cookbook of techniques, students can pick out ideas and ingredients for models, and are encouraged to find new ways of thinking through model making. At the same time, this publication is also an architectural guide to examples of lost and endangered modern Austrian architecture. Starting from the early 20th century, and showing a melange of Austrian architects, the book aims to provide a time travel-esque reading of architecture, allowing for the opportunity to learn from history. While some of the featured projects are designed by widely known and well documented architects such as Friedrich Kiesler or Josef Hoffmann, FOREWORD