Detail in Contemporary Timber Architecture (Hardcover)

Oprawa: Paperback, Format: 29x25 cm, Stron: 224, 500 pictures, 2015 r.


This book provides analysis of both the technical and the aesthetic importance of details in modern timber architecture. Featuring the work of renowned architects from around the world, the book features 50 of the most influential timber designs for both residential and commercial architecture.

Each project is presented with colour photographs, site plans and sections and elevations, as well as numerous construction details. There is also descriptive text, detailed captions and in-depth information for each project, incling the location, client, architectural project team, main consultants and contractors.

A free CD-ROM contains all drawings in both EPS and DWG (generic CAD) formats. An index incles the contact details for each featured architect.

This is an excellent reference work for practising architects as well as architecture and design stents.

About the Author

Virginia McLeod has worked for a number of private practices in London and was also the editor of The Phaidon Atlas of Contemporary World Architecture. She currently works as a freelance writer and editor, specializing in contemporary architecture. She is the author of Detail in Contemporary Residential Architecture.