Using Francis D.K. Ching''s signature presentation, all of the
architectural topics covered in this other books are distilled here
to serve as an essential one-volume reference. It is the only
dictionary that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated
with finely detailed, hand-rendered drawings. From Arch to Wood,
every concept, technology, material and detail important to
architects and designers are presented in Ching''s unique style.
Combining text and drawing, each term is given a minimum
double-page spread on large format trim size, so that the term can
be comprehensively explored, graphically showing relations between
concepts and sub-terms. This long-awaited revision brings the
latest concepts and technology of 21st century architecture, design
and construction to this classic reference work. It is sure to be
by the side of?and used by any serious architect or designer.