Architecture : Design & Drafting

An interdisciplinary work treating vernacular architecture in terms of its archaeological and social-historical significance, the book draws together a wide range of perspectives around the case study of mediaeval houses. more...

Price: $125.00

In this fourth edition, Bryan Lawson continues his discussion of trying to understand how designers think and the pitfalls they can face. He does this by mapping out issues concerned with the design process, focusing on design problems, solutions, and thinking. This edition adds to the previous debates by including a new chapter called "Design as Conversation", which reflects on how designers - either consciously or unconsciously - monitor, reflect on, control, and change their thinking. It also includes a new series of case studies featuring notable creators such as race car designer Gordon Murray, product designer James Dyson, and architects Edward Cullinan and Glenn Murcott. more...

Price: $38.95

This book is unique in its attempt to explore the many ways we have of thinking about buildings. In particular it raises questions about the kinds of knowledge we have and will need in designing, making and enjoying our buildings. more...

Price: $37.75

Looking to the future, Intelligent Skins sets out the principles for the design of the intelligent building envelope. It highlights an exciting new approach to the area, where the fabric of the building responds to external changes and internal demands. The prime objective is to control internal environments through a responsive building fabric rather than by energy consuming building services systems. The authors examine the potential for integral intelligence within the fabric of the building and explore the evolution of information technology and smart materials which have allowed a whole new category of design principles to be created. more...

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This is a comprehensive guide to all types of natural and man made disasters and their effect on buildings. It gives overall guidance and a basic technical understanding of prevention, mitigation and management of disaster, and outlines a checklist of preventive design elements for each situation.Every category is illustrated with a case study which pin points the essential information that is crucial to architects and engineers in designing buildings with disaster prevention in mind.The aim of the book is to give a clear understanding of the nature of events and problems, and to enable readers to respond with knowledge to the unique demands placed on their designs.A special emphasis is also placed on re-building as an opportunity to start again. For the specialists this is a process of constant learning and improving techniques in the light of events past. more...

Price: $48.95