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Thinking about architecture : an introduction to architectural theory / Colin Davies.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Davies, Colin, 1929-
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Architecture--Philosophy.
- Architecture.
- Architecture--Psychological aspects.
- Physical Description:
- 160 pages : cheafly color illustrations ; 25 cm
- Place of Publication:
- London : Laurence King Publishing, 2011.
- Summary:
- Thinking About Architecture aims to explain current thinking about architecture in a clear and accessible way. It introduces key theoretical concepts such as representation, form, and space, using a gradual step-by-step approach, focussing on the ideas rather than the theorists and philosophers behind them. This book is an invaluable standard introduction to architectural theory for students, practicing architects, and interested general readers.
- Demystifies architectural theory for students and professionals
- Reconnects theory with architectural practice
- Written in a clear, conversational style Book jacket.
- Contents:
- Chapter 1 Representation 12
- Chapter 2 Language 24
- Chapter 3 Form 42
- Chapter 4 Space 62
- Chapter 5 Truth 82
- Chapter 6 Nature 102
- Chapter 7 History 124
- Chapter 8 The City 138.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 157-160) and index.
- Local Notes:
- Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Martin and Margy Meyerson Endowment Fund for the Built Environment.
- ISBN:
- 185669755X
- 9781856697552
- OCLC:
- 719428893
- Publisher Number:
- 99947659438
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