Basics Architecture, Construction & Materiality - Brossura

Farrelly, Lorraine

Brossura

ISBN 10: 2940373833 ISBN 13: 9782940373833

Casa editrice: Ava Pub Sa, 2008

Riassunto

Basics Architecture 02: Construction & Materiality is an in-depth exploration of the key materials used in modern architecture. The book covers materials including stone and brick, concrete, timber, glass, steel and composites. It examines their history, development and practical application in contemporary architecture.

Discussion is supported by a variety of case studies and examples of work taken from the best of contemporary architecture, as well as practical student exercises and resources.

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Recensione:

'Inspiring, well illustrated and relevant to the academic curricula.' -- Boris Ceranic, University of Derby, UK.

'Visually exciting, easy to navigate and includes architects and architecture of great significance.' -- Anna Downs, Peterborough Regional College, UK.

'It makes an admirable 'primer' to architecture generally. The text is well conceived, relevant and timely. It is very accessible and clear.' -- Christopher Platt, University of Strathclyde, UK.

'Good professional knowledge in an accessible format. I like the ethical questions added at the end.' Stephanie Wooster, University of the West of England, UK.

'An excellent collection of case studies.' --Paola Michialino, Newcastle University, UK.

L'autore:

Lorraine Farrelly co-ordinates architecture and interior design courses at the University of Portsmouth. She has lectured and taught at universities around the world, and presented her research on architecture and the European city at conferences internationally. She has written several books and articles about contemporary architecture and interior design.

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• Editore: Ava Pub Sa
• Data di pubblicazione: 2008
• ISBN 10: 2940373833
• ISBN 13: 9782940373833
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 176