Concept Flow: From Hand-Drawn Sketches to Revit Models (Without Losing the Idea)
When projects move fast, the best way to keep design thinking clear is often the simplest a hand-drawn sketch. At PARKdesigned Architects, this is the heart of concept flow getting ideas out of our heads and onto paper in seconds, so clients and project teams can react straight away.
It is a practical way to turn imagination into something visible, before committing time to detailed modelling. For clients working with PARKdesigned, it also keeps early conversations focused on the big decisions such as layout, massing strategy, adjacencies, and the overall feel of a space.
Why sketching still works
Sketching is quick, flexible, and collaborative. A few lines can test options, highlight problems early, and support better decisions without over-polishing the idea too soon.
It also helps with communication as sketches are easy for everyone to read whether it’s clients, consultants, contractors, and the wider design team.
The sketch-to-model workflow (concept flow in practice)
At PARKdesigned, the workflow is straightforward:
Sketch first to explore concept design and unlock fast feedback.
Agree the direction with the client and team (the sketch stays deliberately “open” for discussion).
Move into Cad or Revit once the core idea is settled, so the design can be developed, coordinated, and documented properly.
Revit is essential for the detailed stages, but starting with sketching keeps the early design phase human, creative, and efficient.
A practical takeaway
If a project conversation is getting stuck, or the brief feels complicated, PARKdesigned’s approach is to simplify the process, sketch it, talk it through, and only then build the detail in Revit.
For anyone looking for Leeds architecture firms that value innovation, teamwork, and a clear sketch to model process, PARKdesigned Architects are happy to discuss the next steps, often starting with a sketch.