Lexus' striking design has always been a fundamental part of its appeal - it's what sets it apart from other premium marques. And there's no better way of getting a deeper understanding of how Lexus is designing for the future than by watching the process from start to finish. In this video, we go behind the scenes at ED², Lexus top secret design studio in the south of France, to show you how to draw a car. Shahidul Syed Alam, recent graduate of Coventry University's Automotive & Transport Design course and now a Lexus designer, describes the process of designing the LF-SA concept, starting with a hands-on initial sketch using traditional methods - pencils and paper - and then bringing that to life in the virtual world as a digital render. Lexus' design process begins even before pencil meets paper. "We believe it's important to have something unique in the sense of expression of style," says Shahidul. Starting with a clean sheet of paper, he fluidly lays out the foundation of the LF-SA, its basic proportions, layout and outline. Key design details like the Lexus spindle grille are incorporated early in the process. SHAHIDUL'S TOP FIVE TIPS: HOW TO DRAW A CAR 1. Begin by drafting the foundation of the car - the basic layout, wheel placement and perspective 2. Sketch the outline of the car, defining its shape 3. Establish the appearance of key design features such as the grille 4. Add in design details like badges or lights 5. Finish by shading the drawing to establish shadows and highlights

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1. Very Nice job.
2. i design every thing sedan hatchbak sports 4by4 big and smal trucks van
3. what is the name of this young desginer? He's really skilled!
4. Code forbidden AE styles in all brands know as bad cars on test performance and blankupt by all customers deny buy ones forever.
   
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5. From fish to lexus designs
6. can I came in your company
   I have a lots of ideas If can't belive me you see my video
7. 1:59 whoa! I want that witch craft scanner! Instant upload to Photoshop as soon as it hits the table XD nice cinematography work guys!
8. 1000th like!
9. Lexus' are awesome, but I don't like so much this concept. It seems a two seats mini suv, a 4x4 city car.
   However the front is awesome as always.
10. hey I'm about to complete high school,and I have no idea what courses to take to become an automobile designer,can someone help? please
11. what are the essentials to become an automotive designer? the automotive industry is what im leading into college for.
12. good think I inspired BMW car s because I car models
13. Hello to everybody! First of all thank you for reading this comment. Since i was a little kid I have always been a car enthusiast and dreamt about becoming an automotive designer. I currently study a double major in Mechanical engineering and Industrial Design and Product Development in Spain. I sketch cars using both sketching software and paper daily and have lots of fun doing it. When I´m done with the degree I would love to apply for Transportation Master´s degree somewhere abroad to pursue my dream career. My question is what is my likelyhood of becoming a car designer?
14. superb
15. I love drawing cars! I wish I had the financial backing to go to school for it! this sucks!
16. futuristic little cars are stupid
17. Hi Designer of Cars, we don't have a direct way of assisting you but we're glad this has inspired you.
18. i want to become designer of cars can you help me
19. to hard
20. i wish i can become a lexus designer lexusuk