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The architects' handbook

By: Language: eng. Publication details: Oxford Blackwell 2002Description: ix,454p. 31cmISBN:
  • 0632039256
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 720
Summary: Provides a comprehensive range of visual and technical information covering the great majority of building types (from airports to zoos) that are likely to be encountered by architects, designers, building surveyors and others involved in the construction industry. Contains basic design guidance, and features over 300 case studies. Also includes sections on designing for accessibility, drawing practice, and metric and imperial conversion tables.

Provides a comprehensive range of visual and technical information covering the great majority of building types (from airports to zoos) that are likely to be encountered by architects, designers, building surveyors and others involved in the construction industry. Contains basic design guidance, and features over 300 case studies. Also includes sections on designing for accessibility, drawing practice, and metric and imperial conversion tables.