Basics Architecture 02: Construction & Materiality
eBook - PDF

Basics Architecture 02: Construction & Materiality

  1. 176 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Basics Architecture 02: Construction & Materiality

About this book

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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Yes, you can access Basics Architecture 02: Construction & Materiality by Lorraine Farrelly in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Architecture & Architecture General. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Year
2008
Print ISBN
9782940373833
eBook ISBN
9782940439577

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title page
  3. Copy right
  4. Contents
  5. Introduction
  6. How to get the most out of this book
  7. Brick and stone
  8. Concrete
  9. Timber
  10. Glass and steel
  11. Composite materials
  12. Innovation, sustainability and the future
  13. Conclusion
  14. Samples panel
  15. Glossary and picture credits
  16. Acknowledgements
  17. Back Cover