ISBN: 9781330242810 - principles of architectural composition: an attempt to order and phrase ideas which have hitherto been only felt by the instinctive taste of designers john beverly robinson (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the principles of architectural design, focusing on the art of composition. It delves into the fundamental concepts of unity and grace, examining how these qualities are achieved through the strategic grouping and arrangement of architectural elements. The author examines the importance of balancing utility and construction with aesthetic considerations, providing a historical context for the evolution of design principles from ancient to modern times. The book uses insightful analysis and clear diagrams to explain how to create pleasing architectural forms, with detailed guidance on the grouping of masses, subordinate parts, and details. It also explores the use of appendages, which are architectural elements that are attached to a main mass without connecting it to another main mass. The book's insights are valuable for both aspiring architects and seasoned professionals, offering a powerful and intelligent exposition of the great principles of design and revealing how an understanding of these principles can elevate architectural work to a higher level of artistry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…