Constructing Architecture: Materials, Processes, Structures; a Handbook

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The book provides a detailed overview of the various elements involved in creating architecture, from site analysis and conceptualization to material selection and construction techniques.

It covers tectonics and construction in elegant detail but, even more importantly, this book delves into the conceptual intentions behind the tectonics, at every scale. Deplazes provides detailed explanations of various construction methods and materials, as well as their advantages and limitations. Telling examples, well chosen, illuminate the ideas, and the case studies feature some of the finest contemporary architecture in the world today.More Hamburger icon An icon used to represent a menu that can be toggled by interacting with this icon.

While the focus of the book is primarily on the technical aspects of architecture, Deplazes also discusses the importance of aesthetics and the role of the architect in shaping the built environment.De quel savoir technique et constructif a-t-on besoin pour réaliser des projets architecturaux variés ? It provides a comprehensive overview of the technical and aesthetic considerations involved in architecture and is an essential reference for anyone involved in the field. Read more about the condition New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages.

The book could be a lot more exhaustive without getting bigger but rather chopping out some of the many interesting but non-essential history excerpts.The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. The chapter on "Building Elements" now includes a discussion of facades, and the chapter on "Structures" has been expanded to cover "Principles of Space Creation. It presents a broad and contemporary review of materials, technologies and processes and provides information and opinion essays about the cultural and historic aspects of technology. However, the last chapter could be slightly improved with additional information about standards and quality systems.