Architectural Material Detail Structure

Download or read book Architectural Material & Detail Structure written by Bernard Bühler and published by Design Media Publishing (Uk) Limited. This book was released on 2016-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "As a typical element of traditional Chinese architecture, wood was extensively used in urban design, building groups and single buildings in the past. Nowadays, modern timber architecture is emerging all over the world. As an environment-friendly, natural and simple material, timber gains popularity in architectural design again. The book introduces different types of wood, each illustrated with specific cases, which are analysed through real-scene photos, detailed drawings and informative text. Through this well-organised book, readers will get a comprehensive understanding about the application of wood in architectural design" -- Publicaciones Arquitectura y Arte.

Download or read book Architectural Material & Detail Structure written by Eckhard Gerber and published by Architectural Material & Detail Structure. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advanced materials refers to newly developed material with better performance than traditional materials. Things like "power-generating and breathing" membrane structure, "self-cleaning" carbon fiber structure and "energy-saving" photovoltaic panel have been gradually introduced into architectural design,. This book collects a wide range of state-of-the-art materials and discusses their application and future development in architectural design. Each case included is carefully analysed with photos, detailed drawings and informative text. As a practical reference book, it provides readers with a comprehensive understanding about the current application of advanced materials in architectural design.

Download or read book Materials written by Julia McMorrough and published by Rockport Pub. This book was released on 2006 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher description

Download or read book Architectural Material & Detail Structure written by Josep Ferrando and published by Architectural Material & Detail Structure. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most commonly used elements is contemporary architecture, concrete can often seem cold and grey, rough and lifeless. However, when combined with other elements, such as wood, glass or metal, concrete can become on a much more vibrant and appealing material that can be used to create truly spectacular projects ... this book approaches the use of concrete in architecture from a new perspective. Through presentation and analysis of real-life projects, readers will gain a new understanding of this popular material.

Download or read book Constructing Architecture written by Andrea Deplazes and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2005-07-25 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its second edition: the trailblazing introduction and textbook on construction includes a new section on translucent materials and an article on the use of glass.

Download or read book Architectural Material & Detail Structure written by Fernando Pérez Blanco and published by Design Media Publishing (Uk) Limited. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sheet metal (aluminium sheet, aluminium-plastic panel, colour steel plate, copper plate, stainless steel plate, etc.) is extensively used in architecture due to its multiple advantages: it is environmentally friendly due to its high recovery percentage; its diversity in colours and forms enables various complex geometry patterns and textures; its weather resistance ability and durability can adapt to most buildings' requirements. It is also capable of achieving different visual effects: smooth aluminium sheet and stainless steel plate reflect the beauty of modern technology, while copper plate realises the integration of the present and the past. Through analysis, images, detailed drawings and informative text, it illustrates the characteristics of metal and its application.

Download or read book Structure As Architecture written by Andrew Charleson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2006-08-11 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Structure As Architecture provides readers with an accessible insight into the relationship between structure and architecture, focusing on the design principles that relate to both fields. Over one hundred case studies of contemporary buildings from countries across the globe including the UK, the US, France, Germany, Spain, Hong Kong and Australia are interspersed throughout the book. The author has visited and photographed each of these examples and analyzed them to show how structure plays a significant architectural role, as well as bearing loads. This is a highly illustrated sourcebook, providing a new insight into the role of structure, and discussing the point where the technical and the aesthetic meet to create the discipline of ‘architecture’.