A beautiful and practical up-to-date guide to over two thousand of Britain’s best parish churches.Although now most famous for his poetry, Sir John Betjeman’s great passion was churches. For over fifty years his guide, regularly updated, has been the eminent authority and the most distinguished guide to the best churches to visit.This edition, in full colour throughout and illustrated with over 35…
A beautiful and practical up-to-date guide to over two thousand of Britain’s best parish churches.Although now most famous for his poetry, Sir John Betjeman’s great passion was churches. For over fifty years his guide, regularly updated, has been the eminent authority and the most distinguished guide to the best churches to visit.This edition, in full colour throughout and illustrated with over 35…
Throughout England’s cultural history, its buildings have reflected changing economic circumstances and fashions, and architecture has always been an expression of power and influence. The Building of England takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of English architecture.From the awe-inspiring castles, cathedrals and monasteries built by the Normans, to the steel frame buildings of …
The classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with a 3D digital building model for interactive learning For over three decades, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. This new edition of the revered classic remains as relevant as ever, providing the latest information in Francis D.K. Ching's signa…
Книга рассматривает современные и исторические особенности формирования и развития стилистических направлений в архитектуре Америки. В отличие от архитектуры других стран, где рождению стилей предшествуют долгие годы преодоления идеологической и культурной инерции, архитектура США, благодаря необыкновенной социальной мобильности, специфике финансирования и реализации архитектурных идей, чутко реаг…
Книга рассматривает современные и исторические особенности формирования и развития стилистических направлений в архитектуре Америки. В отличие от архитектуры других стран, где рождению стилей предшествуют долгие годы преодоления идеологической и культурной инерции, архитектура США, благодаря необыкновенной социальной мобильности, специфике финансирования и реализации архитектурных идей, чутко реаг…
Сборник статей о тайнах Великих египетских пирамид Египта (пирамид Гизы), а также о меридиане Пирамид и векторе Сфинкса. Меридиан пирамид (30-й меридиан в.д.) проходит через великие столицы древнего мира Александрию, Константинополь, Киев, а также через Санкт-Петербург.
Перед вами третья книга популярного путеводителя по Петербургу. На ее страницах собраны краткие сведения о зданиях и памятниках центральной части города, а также множество занимательных историй, связанных с тем или иным архитектурным объектом. Вы хотите знать, кто и когда построил дом, который обратил на себя ваше внимание, что интересного в этом доме произошло, кто в нем жил? Если у вас нет време…
“Becoming an Architect will inspire future architects, career consultants, and human resources professionals alike, providing all the information you’ll need to make intelligent decisions about careers in architecture.” —From the Foreword by Helene Combs Dreiling, FAIA, 2014 AIA National President Starting a career as an architect is an exciting prospect, but it's important to do your research bef…
Dive into the history and application of the IBC Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to the 2015 International Building Code, Fifth Edition is a bestselling complement to the International Building Code, or IBC. Designed to give you an insider's look at the origins of the IBC, how it can be interpreted, and how it applies to design and construction, this updated text offers new information regardi…
A practical guide to SketchUp addressing the specific needs of interior designers Already a common and popular tool for architects and landscape architects, SketchUp is increasingly finding a place in the professional workflow of interior designers. SketchUp for Interior Design is a practical introduction for interior designers and students who want to learn to use the software for their unique ne…
The bestselling guide to architectural drawing, with new information, examples, and resources Architectural Graphics is the classic bestselling reference by one of the leading global authorities on architectural design drawing, Francis D.K. Ching. Now in its sixth edition, this essential guide offers a comprehensive introduction to using graphic tools and drafting conventions to translate architec…
The sure way for design professionals to learn SketchUp modeling and rendering techniques Rendering In SketchUp provides instructions for creating 3D photoreal graphics for SketchUp models using integrated rendering programs. The book serves as a beginner rendering manual and reference guide to further develop rendering skills. With an emphasis on step-by-step process, SketchUp users learn a unive…