Description
Book SynopsisLorraine Farrelly co-ordinates architecture and interior design courses at the University of Portsmouth, UK. 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.
Trade ReviewThis book is awesome. Wonderfully designed, easy to understand, great images, great writing. What a wonderful overview of so many aspects of the design and practice of Architecture. * Eric Stark, University of Maine at Augusta, US (first edition) *
A must for first year students of Architecture. * Jay Potts, Southampton University, UK (first edition) *
An attractive introduction to the world of architecture and what is required of an architect... very good for those at school considering a career choice in architecture. It is also a good general overview of thinking across the whole field of architecture. The graphic design is attractive and the images well chosen. * John Napier, University of Lincoln, UK (first edition) *
I think you have pitched these books just right: clear layout; accessible language; good photography; contemporary precedent that the student will relate to and the communication of the design process from inception to final communication. * Russell Gagg, Arts University College Bournemouth, UK (first edition) *
Very good value. This book is exactly what is needed as a first year Architectural and Interior Design students' course book. We have already put it on the year book list. * Mary Weguelin, University of Portsmouth, UK (first edition) *
An excellent book which clearly takes you through the fundamentals of architecture; pointing out elements of architectural interest, key precedent studies and names worth researching further. The book is laid out in a pleasing manner and shows interesting drawings, sketches and quotes. A great book to recommend for any student looking to learn the basics of architectural design as a supplement to their lectures. * Sonia Nicolson, The Arts University College at Bournemouth, UK (second edition) *
The book is very useful as a guide to the discipline in introductory lectures and for general awareness. Good examples of graphics and clear text which are used very well within the book. * Fidel Meraz, University Campus Suffolk, UK *
The book is great, really relevant for undergraduate students in Interiors as well as Architecture programmes, it is beautifully produced and the images and drawings are particularly good. * Lucy O'Reilly, Writtle College, UK *
Table of ContentsIntroduction
Placing Architecture: Site; Place and space; City context; Landscape context Case study: Redesigning a university campus Exercise: Site analysis
History and Precedent: A timeline of architectural influences; The ancient world; The classical world; The medieval world; The Renaissance; Baroque; Modernism Case study: Reconstructing a museum Exercise: Skylines
Construction: Materials; Elements; Prefabrication; Structure; Innovation; Innovative materials Case study: Designing a pavilion Exercise: Axonometric drawing
Representation: CAD drawing; Sketching; Scale; Orthographic projection; Perspective; Three-dimensional images; Physical modelling; CAD modelling; Layout and presentation; Storyboarding; Portfolios Case study: Renovation Exercise: Photomontage
Contemporary Ideas: Universal ideas and principles; Functionalism; Form-driven architecture; Monumentalism; Zeitgeist Case study: Integrating with an urban landscape Exercise: Analytical diagrams
Realization: Project timeline; The project; Contributors and their roles; The brief; The concept; Site analysis; The design process; Detail development; The finished building Conclusion Bibliography and webography Glossary Picture credits Index Acknowledgements Working with ethics
