In Architects of the West Kingdom Age of Artisans journeymen have returned to the city as master craftsmen equipped with knowledge of new crafts & tools The Guildhall has never been so busy! While some apprentices spend time learning new skills others adorn the city&8217;s buildings with everything from golden tapestries to stained glass windows But don&8217;t let the shimmer of lights & fancy wares deceive you For not all that glitters is gold In addition to including components for an extra player Age of Artisans adds the new Craft Cards a dual-layered Guildhall Board two new Player Boards & a variety of new Apprentices & Buildings Players 1-6 Playing time 60-80 mins Ages 12 ...

The industry-standard guide to designing well-performing buildings Architectural Detailing systematically describes the principles by which good architectural details are designed Principles are explained in brief & backed by extensive illustrations that show you how to design details that will not leak water or air will control the flow of heat & water vapor will adjust to all kinds of movement & will be easy to construct This new third edition has been updated to conform to International Building Code 2012 & incorporates current knowledge about new material & construction technology Sustainable design issues are integrated where relevant & the discussion

Includes:: reviews of recent built works that extract underlying principles that can be the basis for new patterns or the alteration & addition to existing patterns Regulatory topics are primarily focused on the US but touch on other jurisdictions & geographic settings to give you a well-rounded perspective of the art & science of architectural detailing In guiding a design from idea to reality architects design a set of details that show how a structure will be put together Good details are correct complete & provide accurate information to a wide variety of users By demonstrating the use of detail patterns this book teaches you how to design a building that will perform as well as you intend Integrate appropriate detailing into your designs Learn the latest in materials assemblies & construction methods Incorporate sustainable design principles & current building codes Design buildings that perform well age gracefully & look great Architects understand that aesthetics are only a small fraction of good design & that stability & functionality require a deep understanding of how things come together Architectural Detailing helps you bring it all together with a well fleshed-out design that communicates accurately at all levels of the construction process

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Do you know a Doric column when you see one? Of course But what about an entablature a hypostyle a pylon or a pagoda? Architectural Details uses beautifully engraved plates from the great works of architectural history to illustrate a show-&-tell journey round the architecture of civilizations east & west from Ancient Egypt to the Industrial Revolution Most of the drawings & engravings have been taken from early sources unparalleled for their elegance & delicacy of line as well as for the amount of fine detail they offer Extended captions & annotation supply you with a complete naming of parts which as well as identifying & defining the correct terminology will help you to understand how architects have planned & made the buildings of the past from Amenhotep to Palladio & Vitruvius to Wren ...

Adding even more power to home design software Punch! Home Design Architectural Series 3000 combines 22 integrated programs into one easy-to-use interface Along with additional features Punch! Home Design Architectural Series 3000 has a more robust interface for editing specifying precise

Dimensions displaying options & more New enhancements for 3D photo-realistic lighting wireframe views organization of custom objects & other program features add more flexibility & enjoyment to the design experience Regardless of your level of expertise Punch Home Design Architectural Series 3000 produces professional results! A single easy-to-use interface puts powerful tools at your fingertips; you can use as many or as few as you choose & still get professional results Beginners will appreciate the Video Tool Tips tutorials that teach you as you draw & simple drag & drop functions for windows doors furniture texture colour & landscaping Professionals will appreciate the more complex features such as extensive framing & estimating mechanical design & CAD functions to name a few Architectural Series 3000 was designed to grow with you as you become more proficient with the program Regardless of your expertise Architectural Series 3000 makes home design an enjoyable experience

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This second volume of the landmark Architectural Theory anthology surveys the development of architectural theory from the Franco-Prussian war of 1871 until the end of the twentieth century The entire two volume anthology follows the full range of architectural literature from classical times to present transformations An ambitious anthology bringing together over 300 classic & contemporary essays that survey the key developments & trends in architecture Spans the period from 1871 to 2005 from John Ruskin & the arts & crafts movement in Great Britain through to the development of Lingang New City & the creation of a metropolis in the East China sea Organized thematically featuring general & section introductions & headnotes to each essay written by a renowned expert on architectural theory Places the work of starchitects like Koolhaas Eisenman & Lyn alongside the work of prominent architectural critics offering a balanced perspective on current debates

Includes:: many hard-to-find texts & works never previously translated into English Alongside Volume I An Anthology from Vitruvius to 1870 creates a stunning overview of architectural theory from early antiquity to the twenty-first century

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Spencer Fung is never without a sketchbook or a pencil Inspiration & ideas can strike at any moment & often the smallest thing that catches his eye impels him to capture it on paper Whether it is designing private houses restaurants hotels furniture or lighting he starts by hand creating miniature works of art which he then develops into scale perspective drawings exploring space structure & detail His designs have always drawn their inspiration from nature & the environment from the rugged mountains of the Pyrenees to the quiet meadows of a country farm; from the beams of a medieval tythe barn to the patterns of a drystone wall Passionately committed to the organic recycling of natural materials the book is structured into chapters on wood stone metal glass & organic materials in which over 40 of his projects are showcased Spencer prefers to commission small artisanal firms who have retained a high degree of skill as a result many dying & forgotten crafts have been revitalized new forms
- the use of drystone walling inside a bathroom or coppiced ash branches being used as a hanging rail for clothes
- are examples that are not just deeply inspiring but sympathetic to the environment as well This book will appeal to anyone interested in design recycling upcycling the environment organic & mindful living but in a style conscious & glamorous way

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After over 120 years of French colonial rule in Algeria the growing aspirations for independence culminated in the Algerian Revolution of 1954 which lasted until 1962 In order to combat the uprisings the French civilian & military authorities reorganised the entire territory of the country swiftly erected new infrastructures & pursued building policies that were ultimately intended to stabilize French dominance in Algeria The study describes the architectural responses undertaken in the midst of this protracted & bloody armed conflict It analyses their origins evolutions & objectives identifies the actors involved & reveals the underlying design methods ...

This highly original & sophisticated look at architecture helps us to understand the cultural significance of the buildings that surround us It avoids the traditional style-spotting approach in favour of giving an idea of what it is about buildings that moves us & what it is that makes them important artistically & culturally The book begins by looking at how architecture acquires meaning through tradition & concludes with the exoticism of the recent avant garde Illustrations of particular buildings help to anchor the general points with specific examples from ancient Egypt to the present day ABOUT THE SERIES The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly Our expert authors combine facts analysis perspective new ideas & enthusiasm to make interesting & challenging topics highly readable ...

Telling the story of the world&s most incredible buildings from the ancient world to the present day this book offers a comprehensive & worldwide look at historical & contemporary building Take a closer look at the beautiful details principal elements & decorative features of every architectural style from the Giza Pyramids & the Colosseum to the Sydney Opera House & the Gherkin & Burj Khalifa Architecture offers a truly worldwide look at historical & contemporary building with breathtaking photography intriguing cross-sections & unique specially-commissioned CGI artworks Now fully updated this stunning new edition covers contemporary architecture & green buildings including the Gherkin & the London Ark with incredible new photography to transport you to the most interesting & iconic buildings on earth Previous edition ISBN 9781405310291 ...

The revered architectural reference updated with contemporary examples & interactive 3D models The Interactive Resource Center is an online learning environment where instructors & students can access the tools they need to make efficient use of their time while reinforcing & assessing their understanding of key concepts for successful understanding of the course An access card with redemption code for the online Interactive Resource Center is included with all new print copies or can be purchased separately ( If you rent or purchase a used book with an access code the access code may have been redeemed previously & you may have to purchase a new access code -ISBN 9781118986837) The online Interactive Resource Center contains resources tied to the book such as Interactive Animations highlighting key concepts Photo Gallery of architectural precedents illustrated in the book Flashcards for focused learning Architecture Form Space & Order Fourth Edition is the classic introduction to the basic vocabulary of architectural design updated with new information on emerging trends & recent developments This bestselling visual reference helps both students & professionals understand the vocabulary of architectural design by examining how space & form are ordered in the environment Essential & timeless the fundamental elements of space & form still present a challenge to those who crave a deeper understanding Taking a critical look at the evolution of spaces Architecture distills complex concepts of design into a clear focus that inspires bringing difficult abstractions to life The book is illustrated throughout to demonstrate the concepts presented & show the relationships between fundamental elements of architecture through the ages & across cultures Topics include Primary elements & the principles of space design Form & space including light view openings & enclosures Organization of space & the elements & relationships of circulation Proportion & scale including proportioning systems & anthropometry ...