Materials For Architectural Design

Aimed at students of architecture, this book provides descriptions of glass, concrete, wood, metals and plastics and covers their unique properties, histories a... » 

Aimed at students of architecture, this book provides descriptions of glass, concrete, wood, metals and plastics and covers their unique properties, histories and various forms. It features 10-12 case studies, including plans, sections, elevations and details, along with photographs illustrating the ways in which these materials can be applied. «