Thinking about Architecture An Introduction to Architectural Theory

Name: Thinking about Architecture An Introduction to Architectural Theory
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ISBN: 9781856697552

ISBN-10: 185669755X

ISBN-13: 9781856697552

Edition: 2011

Authors: Colin Davies

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In order to understand architecture in all its cultural complexity it is necessary to grasp certain basic concepts such as representation, form, and space. The aim of this book is to provide designers, teachers, students, and interested laypersons with a set of ideas that will enrich their conversation, their writing, and above all their thinking about architecture. Written in a conversational style, it introduces difficult concepts gradually, step by step. Architectural theorists and philosophers are mentioned in passing and their works are listed in the bibliography, but they are not the subject of the book. Architecture, rather than philosophy, is at the centre of the picture. The aim is…

Book details

List price: $41.95
Copyright year: 2011
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
Publication date: 10/5/2011
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 160
Size: 7.00" wide x 9.75" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.298
Language: English

Colin Davies is professor at London Metropolitan University and the author of a number of books, including "High Tech Architecture" (1988), "Hopkins: The Work of Michael Hopkins and Partners" (two volumes, 1996-2004), and "Prefabricated Home" (2005).



Introduction



Representation



Language



Form



Space



Truth



Nature



History



The City


Index


Endnotes


Bibliography