Intended both as an introductory text for students and professionals in the field as well as an accessible read for the general public,
Primer on Architecture (working title) addresses the basic principles of architecture and uncovers its ongoing influence in contemporary culture. The volume is organized in a series of chapters based on key architectural themes--space, time, matter, gravity, light, silence, dwelling, ritual, memory, landscape, and place--with an introductory essay for each chapter that includes a wide variety of historical examples from around the world followed by more in depth analyses of key buildings that further exemplify the theme of a particular chapter. By combining a broad historical sweep with a jargon-free architectural study of space and the direct experience of architecture, this volumeĀ willĀ be a unique introduction toĀ architecture as a timeless and Ā enduring art.
This book title, Understanding Architecture, ISBN: 9780714848099, by Robert McCarter, Juhani Pallasma, published by Phaidon Press (October 22, 2012) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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