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Synopsis
Foundations and forms you can build on
Discover how Palladio explains the main building orders and the precise details that give shape to arches, pedestals, and cornices. This edition focuses on practical methods, proportion rules, and step‑by‑step guidance for creating solid, beautiful architecture.
From how columns relate to pedestals and how architraves and cornices are proportioned, to the way pedestals influence overall height, you’ll find concrete, repeatable rules. The text also covers how to plan complex roofs, including hips, gables, and bevels, with diagrams and measurements that a builder or student can study and apply.
- Clear explanations of the five classical orders and their parts, with measured guidance
- Practical rules for pedestals, capitals, architraves, friezes, and cornices
- Step‑by‑step methods for designing and aligning roofs, hips, and gables
- Illustrative details that connect architectural theory to real‑world construction
Ideal for readers interested in historical architecture, technical drawing, and the craft of building with classical principles.
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About the Author
Richard Schofield is Professor of Architectural History at the Instituto universitario di architettura at Venice (IUAV). He is coauthor of books on Giovanni Antonio Amadeo and Pellegrino Pellegrini.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating exploration of architecture, drawing on the principles and practices of ancient Roman masters. The author, a celebrated architect of his time, delves into the intricate details of construction, highlighting the importance of choosing the right materials and building techniques. He emphasizes the need for careful planning, from the laying of foundations to the delicate proportions of columns and arches, and underscores the enduring significance of the five classic orders ΓΆβ β Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite. Throughout the text, the author emphasizes the importance of beauty, strength, and durability in architecture, demonstrating that these elements were as crucial to the ancient world as they are to our own. This book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the timeless principles of architectural design and their enduring relevance. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781333583255_0
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