Archispeak

Archispeak An Illustrated Guide to Architectural Terms

Paperback (03 Jun 2004)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Widely used in architectural circles in the heat of discussion, the recurrent use of particular words and terms has evolved into a language of design jargon. Commonly found in architectural literature and journalism, in critical design debate and especially in student project reviews, Archispeak can seem insular and perplexing to others and -- particularly to the new architectural student -- often incomprehensible.

There is a need to translate architectural design concepts into spoken and written commentary -- each word in use embodying a precise and universally accepted architectural meaning. If we explore the vocabulary of this language we gain insight into good design practice and into collective understanding of what constitutes a refined architecture. This unique illustrated guide will help students understand the nuances of this specialized language and help them in communicating their own design ideas.

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Book information

ISBN: 9780415300124
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Imprint: Routledge
Pub date:
DEWEY: 720.3
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 218
Weight: 306g
Height: 140mm
Width: 215mm
Spine width: 18mm