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A Visual Dictionary of Architecture

A Visual Dictionary of Architecture
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Author(s): Francis D. K. Ching
Publisher: Wiley
Paperback: 320 pages
Language(s): English
ISBN: 0471288217
Published On: 1996-11-28
Studio: Wiley
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This book defines over 5,000 terms relating to architectural design, history, and technology. It is the only dictionary that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated with finely detailed, hand-rendered drawings, each executed in Mr. Ching's signature style.
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"Fantastic guide to architecture for the non-architect"
Written By: SJ Beesley
This is a practical straight forward guide to Architecture for the non-architect. Also of use to those interested in building design and architectual history.
"Easy understand dictionary for architectural student"
Written By: Ricky L
Vision is better than a thousand words. This graphic book makes you very easy to understand the architectural vocabulary. Not only good for student but also good for architectural practicer.
"Most USEFUL Book on Architecture EVER!"
Written By: Pam Bierce
My husband bought this book for me when I decided to go back to school to study architecture, and it has turned out to be sooooo helpful. I have used it in every course I've taken; it makes studying for tests so much easier. It has a fabulous index so you can find what you are looking for right away, and the illustrations and page layouts are great. This book is a must for any architecture student. I really can't recommend it highly enough.
"The Visual Dictionary of Architecture"
Written By: Marilyn F. Coen
As with other materials by Francis D.K.Ching, the illustrations are not only clear and precise but aesthetically pleasing. It is a pleasure to read through the material for a comprehensive understanding of architectural concepts, presented in an historical perspective which clarifies the how and why of modern day building technology. The Visual Dictionary of Architecture
is an invaluable reference for the student and architectural practicioner as well.
"Ching's books are great! "
Written By: Renata Jorge
This book is really good for architecture students. I do not use the book every day, but when I need it, it proves very usefull. All books from this author that I purchased are really good so far. This one has a lot of details drawings which are great.
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