Building Structures Illustrated: Patterns, Systems, and Design

Ching, Francis D. K.

ISBN 10: 0470187859 / ISBN 13: 9780470187852

Published by John Wiley and Sons, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Building Structures Illustrated: Patterns, Systems, and Design
• Publisher: John Wiley and Sons
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0470187859
• ISBN 13: 9780470187852
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Used; Very Good

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Synopsis

Francis D.K.Ching brings his trademark presentation to the structural design studio with this major new work co-authored by Barry Onouye and Douglas Zuberbuhler.

Taking a new approach to strucural design, Ching and his co-authors show how structural systems of a building -- as an integrated assembly of elements with pattern, proportions, and scale -- are related to the essential aspects of architectural design: formal and spatial composition, program fit, coordination with other building systems such as enclosure and mechanical systems, code compliance, etc.

No other work by Francis D.K. Ching brings together so many aspects of architectural design as an integrated reference. Designers, builders, and students alike will gain a new understanding of structural principles and planning, without the need for mathematics.

Using Ching's trademark presentation, Structural Patterns is illustrated throughout with line drawings to present the essential presence of structural systems in buildings, but also helps the reader make informed decisions for architectural design.

About the Author

Francis D.K. Ching is a registered architect and Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington in Seattle. He is the bestselling author of numerous books on architecture and design, all published by Wiley. His works have been translated into over sixteen languages, and are regarded as classics for their renowned graphic presentation.

Barry S. Onouye is a registered engineer and Senior Lecturer Emeritus at the University of Washington, where he teaches courses on structural design in the College of the Built Environment. He is the author of Statics and Strength of Materials for Architecture and Building Construction.

Douglas Zuberbuhler is a registered architect and Senior Lecturer at the University of Washington, where he teaches architectural design. He is also Associate Dean of the College of the Built Environment.