How are Architectural Massing Studies Helpful?

Thoughtful planning and preparation will result in a more satisfying final result.

A “massing study” is an architectural way to visualize or understand the way that complex constraints impact the overall design of buildings. Examples of the reasons why massing studies are needed include circumstances such as limitations of heights due to setback requirements, requirements to maintain visual integrity in high profile environments, and simply to check out the overall design of an idea before any details are created.