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.
關於作者:
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.