Architecture 101
From Frank Gehry to Ziggurats, an Essential Guide to Building Styles and Materials
By Nicole Bridge
Part of Adams 101 Series
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About The Book
A crash course in designing and constructing buildings
Too often, textbooks turn the noteworthy details of architecture into tedious discourse that would put even Frank Gehry to sleep. Architecture 101 cuts out the boring explanations, and instead provides a hands-on lesson that keeps you engaged as you explore the world's greatest structures.
Featuring only the most important facts, building styles, and architects, you'll enjoy uncovering the remarkable world of architecture with this book. Inside, you'll also find fascinating elements like:
Too often, textbooks turn the noteworthy details of architecture into tedious discourse that would put even Frank Gehry to sleep. Architecture 101 cuts out the boring explanations, and instead provides a hands-on lesson that keeps you engaged as you explore the world's greatest structures.
Featuring only the most important facts, building styles, and architects, you'll enjoy uncovering the remarkable world of architecture with this book. Inside, you'll also find fascinating elements like:
- Illustrations of popular building styles, such as Georgian and Greek Revival
- Drawings of the essential parts of different buildings
- Unique profiles of the most inspirational figures in architecture
About The Author
Nicole Bridge
Nicole Bridge is a freelance writer and editor who lives outside Philadelphia with her husband and three children.
Product Details
- Publisher: Adams Media (October 2, 2015)
- Length: 256 pages
- ISBN13: 9781440590085
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