The Fundamentals of Architecture

by Lorraine Farrelly

Overview

Explore the building blocks of modern architecture--from first idea to finished building
The Fundamentals of Architecture, like the other books in the successful "Fundamentals "series, gives a comprehensive introduction to the basics of its subject--the building-block ideas behind architecture, interior design, and the graphic language of planning space. From the first ideas on a new architectural project, to siting, context, and historical precedent, to development of the structure, materials, and the relationship of design concept to the building process, The Fundamentals of Architecture reveals and illuminates the thinking and planning that goes into great building design.
One-volume introduction for students and everyone who admires great architecture Written by leading scholars Readable and beautiful

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781350274211
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	09/08/2022
Series:	Fundamentals
Pages:	200
Product dimensions:	7.98(w) x 9.02(h) x 0.52(d)

About the Author

Lorraine Farrelly is Head of Architecture at the University of Reading, UK. She is also the author of Representational Techniques and Construction and Materiality in the Basics Architecture series.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Chapter 1: Placing Architecture
Site/Place and space/City context/Landscape context/Environmental awareness
Case study/Exercises
Chapter 2: History and Precedent
A timeline of architectural influences/The ancient world/The classical world/The medieval world/
The Renaissance/Baroque/Modernism/Post-modernism
Case study/Exercises
Chapter 3: Construction
Materials/Elements/Prefabrication/Structure/Interior materials/Innovation/Innovative materials/Making sustainable choices
Case study/Exercises
Chapter 4: Representation
CAD drawing/BIM/Sketching/Scale/Orthographic projection/Perspective/Three-dimensional images/
Physical modelling/CAD modelling/Layout and presentation/Storyboarding/Portfolios
Case study/Exercises
Chapter 5: Approaches to Design
Universal ideas and principles/The human scale of architecture/environmental psychology/Functionalism/
Form-driven architecture/Monumentalism/Biomimicry
Case study/exercises
Chapter 6: Realization
Project timeline/The project/Contributors and their roles/The brief/The concept/Site analysis/The design process/Detail development
Chapter 7: Professional Practice
Roles within an architectural firm/Ethical practice
Bibliography & Webography
Glossary
Index

Editorial Reviews

"This 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

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