Illustrated Dictionary of Architecture
The Illustrated Dictionary of Architecture by Ernest E. Burden, published by McGraw Hill Professional in 2002, is a comprehensive resource designed for both laypeople and professionals in the field of architecture. This second edition features 389 pages filled with nearly 4,000 design-related definitions and over 3,000 illustrations, making it a unique reference tool that emphasizes design over construction terminology.
Readers will find a wealth of information covering essential topics such as architectural styles, building elements, and forms. This edition also includes biographies of more than 300 architects, showcasing classic examples of their work. The Illustrated Dictionary of Architecture serves as a meticulously written and heavily cross-referenced visual resource, providing a thorough understanding of architectural elements for anyone interested in design, drafting, and interior design.
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“An excellent resource for interested laypeople as well as professionals in the field . . . recommended as a ready reference tool for public, academic, and highschool libraries.”
An Architectural Dictionary Written in the Language of Design. . . and Heavily Illustrated!
Unlike any other architectural dictionary currently available, the Illustrated Dictionary of Architecture,2e is focused almost entirely on design. While other design dictionaries are overloaded with construction-related terms, this unique resource contains nearly 4000 design-related definitions and more than 3000 illustrations – far more than any other dictionary.
The Illustrated Dictionary of Architecture covers everything critically important to those in the architect/design field:
* Architectural Styles
* Details
* Building Elements
* Forms
* Building Systems
* And added to this edition is more than 300 architect biographies with classic examples of their work
Meticulously written, heavily cross-referenced, and unique in the fact that it is a dictionary that can truly be called a visual resource, the Illustrated Dictionary of Architecture, 2e is the best way for any designer to gain a full understanding of architectural elements.
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