The Complete Architecture Handbook: From the First Civilizations to the Present Day

Nuttgens, Patrick,Weston, Richard

ISBN 10: 0060893214 / ISBN 13: 9780060893217

Published by Harper, 2006

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Complete Architecture Handbook: From the First Civilizations to the Present Day
• Publisher: Harper
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0060893214
• ISBN 13: 9780060893217
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Fully updated, here is the classic comprehensive pocket guide to global architectural styles throughout history, from the first civilizations to today.

Organized chronologically, The Complete Architecture Handbook covers all established historical styles and explores regional developments throughout the centuries. Illustrated with clear, detailed plans, sections, and drawings, it is a remarkably useful and portable resource for students, architects, and tourists.

About the Authors

Patrick Nuttgens was a professor of Architecture and Director of the Institute of Advanced Architectural Studies at York University. He was a respected architect and a widely published author.

Richard Weston is an award-winning writer, architect, and landscape designer, and is currently Professional Research Fellow at the Welsh School of Architecture at Cardiff University in Wales.