"Drawing relies on a clear vision. It also requires thought which, in, turn, builds understanding. Drawing cannot be detached from seeing and thinking about the fundamental... Læs mere
While typical structures textbooks show how to design "members" of a structure, there is little consideration given to structural design as... Læs mere
The gold-standard exploration of architecture's global evolution A Global History of Architecture provides a comprehensive tour through the ages, spinning the globe to present the landmark architectural movements that characterized each time period. Spanning from 3,500 b.c.e.
The first European edition of Francis DK Ching s classic visual guide to the basics of building construction. For nearly four decades, the US publication Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction.
Introduction to Architecture is a visual feast and a trove of discovery for anyone who appreciates architectural design and drawing. This all-in-one package surveys the history, design, and theory of the built environment using Francis D.K. Ching???s trademark graphical approach.
"This book introduces complex concepts of interior design -- from defining interior space, elements and vocabulary of interior design to explaining interior environmental systems -- through his inimitable approach using words and drawings"--