Fundamentals of Architecture

Explore the building blocks of modern architecture— from first ideato finished building. The Fundamentals of Architecture, like the other books in the successful"Fundamentals "series, gives a comprehensive introduction to the basics ofits subject— the building-block ideas behind architecture, interiordesign, and the graphic language of planning space. From the first ideason a new architectural project, to siting, context, and historicalprecedent, to development of the structure, materials, and therelationship of design concept to the building process, The Fundamentalsof Architecture reveals and illuminates the thinking and planning thatgoes into great building design. One-volume introduction for students and everyone who admires greatarchitecture Written by leading scholars Readable and beautiful.