The First Book of Architecture (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Andrea Palladio

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267124244 ISBN 13: 9780267124244

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master the fundamentals of building with a clear, practical guide

This edition presents Palladio’s approach to planning, materials, and classic architectural orders to help you design and execute sturdy, enduring structures.

Beginning with what to consider before starting a project, the book explains how to balance utility, longevity, and beauty. It covers choosing the right foundations, coordinating spaces, and planning costs and materials so work proceeds smoothly. It then moves into practical topics like timber selection and the roles of stone, brick, and lime in construction, all tied to sound drawing and proportion.

Readers will learn through detailed explanations of the main architectural orders, how they’re used in columns and arches, and the relationships between parts. The text also includes guidance on roof design, framing, and the careful planning needed to avoid common building flaws.

• Core concepts of usefulness, durability, and aesthetics in building design
• Step-by-step guidance on preparing foundations, materials, and budgets
• Insights into the three classic orders (with practical proportions)
• Hands-on discussions of timber, stone, brick, and roof framing to inform real projects

Ideal for readers of historical architecture, restoration, and practical construction, this edition serves as a reliable reference for foundational theory and its real-world application.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267124244
• ISBN 13: 9780267124244
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 257