This first edition hardcover textbook is a must-have for any architecture enthusiast or history buff. The book delves into the subject area of architecture, specifically the history of architecture, and provides a unique insight into the topic.
Physical description; xx, 763 pp., illustrations (some color), 29 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (pages 447-488) and index. Contents; pt. 1. The intellectual preparation. 1. Architectural discourse from Wotton to Sandby. 2. Soane’s relations with the Royal Academy. 3. First principles and the myth of origin. 4. The architecture of character and sensation. 5. The symbolical language of antiquity — pt. 2. The Royal Academy Lectures. 6. Analysis of the lectures. 7. Soane and his lecture illustrations. 8. The relation between Soane’s ideas and his architecture — App. 1 List of illustrations to Sandby’s lectures at the Royal Academy — App. 2 List of Soane’s lecture illustrations at the Royal Academy /Margaret Richardson and David Watkin — App. 3 Soane on his design for a roy.
Physical description; xx, 763 pp., illustrations (some color), 29 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (pages 447-488) and index. Contents; pt. 1. The intellectual preparation. 1. Architectural discourse from Wotton to Sandby. 2. Soane’s relations with the Royal Academy. 3. First principles and the myth of origin. 4. The architecture of character and sensation. 5. The symbolical language of antiquity — pt. 2. The Royal Academy Lectures. 6. Analysis of the lectures. 7. Soane and his lecture illustrations. 8. The relation between Soane’s ideas and his architecture — App. 1 List of illustrations to Sandby’s lectures at the Royal Academy — App. 2 List of Soane’s lecture illustrations at the Royal Academy /Margaret Richardson and David Watkin — App. 3 Soane on his design for a roy.
The Portfolio: An Acrchitecture Student’s Handbook by Lokko, Lesley; Ruedi Ray, Katerina; Marjanovic, Igor Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less
You can see the path of a chemical reaction in the illustrated diagrams.
They are used but in a good condition.
Book is in Very Good condition. No markings inside, and only some minor handling smudges and shelf wear on the outside. Comes from a smoke free environment.
Notes: Item in very good condition!
shelf-wear / if any writing or highlighting, it is minimal / no supplemental material
