Architecture A to Z: A Rough Guide
Language: English
Published by Academy Press, 2002
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- Title
- Architecture A to Z: A Rough Guide
- Author
- Hellman, Louis
- Publisher
- Academy Press
- Publication year
- 2002
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0471489573
- ISBN 13
- 9780471489573
Louis Hellman′s work is internationally renowned within the field of architecture and has enduring popularity with all divisions of the profession. In his latest work he uses the alphabet to provide an engaging guide through the architectural process and the entire range of factors which affect the development and design of buildings.
This fun and informative alphabet of architectural terms serves as a humorous guide into the world of modern architecture. His cartoons are loaded with humour and yet give a unique insight into the architectural world. Key topics covered include:
∗ Futurism
∗ Politics
∗ Zeitgeist
Witty as well as informative, Architecture A– Z will intrigue and delight all those with in interest in the world and development of architecture. The book provides a light–hearted and yet comprehensive introduction to the world and terminology of architecture.
Hellman strikes a rare balance to provide a volume that is both humourous and thought provoking. He does not look at architecture as an isolated discipline, but constantly places it in a social context. This unique approach creates a fascinating and engaging document for anyone interested in the field of architecture.
"Hellman is a brilliant cartoonist and architect" Private Eye
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"Architecture′s official satirist since the 1960s" – The Guardian on Louis Hellman
Louis Hellman′s work is internationally renowned within the field of architecture and has enduring popularity with all divisions of the profession. In Architecture A to Z he uses the alphabet to provide an engaging guide through the architectural process and the entire range of factors which affect the development and design of buildings.
Hellman strikes a rare balance to provide a volume that is both humorous and thought–provoking. He does not look at architecture as an isolated discipline, but constantly places it in a social context. His cartoons are loaded with wit and give a unique insight into the field. Key topics covered include:
∗ Futurism
∗ Politics
∗ Zeitgeist
Fun as well as informative, Architecture A–Z will intrigue and delight all those with an interest in architecture and its development. It provides a light–hearted and yet comprehensive introduction to the world of architecture and architectural terminology.
Other works available by Louis Hellman:Archi–têtes: the Id in the Grid, Wiley–Academy, 1999, 0 471 98860 X
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