Authors in Conversation – Architect’s Pocket Book

February 22, 2011


ISBN: 9780080969596
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Watch top authors Ann Ross and Jonathan Hetreed talk about the latest edition of Architectural Press’ best-selling Architect’s Pocket Book. Find out how it will help you in your day to day life and what has been updated since the previous edition. Those studying architecture should watch also as Ann & Jonathan give their advice on how to have a successful career in the field.

For more information and to view an extract from the book, visit the dedicated Architectualpress.com microsite.

Architect’s Illustrated Pocket Dictionary – Customer reviews

February 15, 2011

Architect’s Illustrated Pocket Dictionary by Nikolas Davies & Erkki Jokiniemi is a brand new book from Architectural Press covering everything from abaciscus to zophorus. We have had some good feedback from customers that have enjoyed reading and using the book:

“An essential tool for architects and builders practicing across a language barrier, but it is equally indispensable for anyone teaching architecture or writing about it. In addition to its role as a working instrument, the book is a suggestive presentation of the concepts, elements, materials, processes and tools of construction.”

Juhani Pallasmaa Architect SAFA, Hon. FAIA, Int FRIBA Professor of Architecture Emeritus, Helsinki

“The handy, portable sizing allows the reader to impress friends & colleagues at every opportunity with the broad Architectural knowledge this book imparts.”

Andrew Riley, SJR Architects, Hartlepool, UK

“The compact format and simple layout allows for easy and efficient use either in the office or out at a site/meeting. I really like the illustrations to highlight certain elements and the broad range of items covered from tools to historic forms to architectural theory. This makes it interesting purely to flick through as well as a functional reference – current favourite term is ‘slash conk’!.”

Michael Kaner, Director – kaner olette architects, Tunbridge Wells, UK

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Banister Fletcher’s A History of Architecture

February 15, 2011

This book is over 100 years old and its most recent edition won the International Architecture Book Award and The American Institute of Architects book of the century. The legendary title, edited by Dan Cruickshank was mentioned as a favourite by architect and TV presenter George Clarke in The Sunday Post.

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Architect’s Illustrated Dictionary – New title!

February 14, 2011

Nikolas Davies & Erkki Jokiniemi

“The illustrated pocket A to Z guide written by architects”

Key Features:

  • 10,000 definitions with over 2,000 illustrations in less than 500 pages
  • Comprehensive and innovative cross referencing system
  • Clear and concise presentation of information for the visual reader

Description:

This pocket-sized Dictionary offers huge coverage for the 40,000+ people studying or working in architecture, construction or any of the built environment fields.
From Abaciscus to Zophorus, the reader is able to quickly track down precisely the term they are looking for.

The book is illustrated with stunning drawings that provide a visual as well as a textual definition of both key concepts and subtle differences in meaning.
Compact and affordable; Davies and Jokiniemi’s work is the miniature version of the Dictionary of Architecture and Building Construction. The Architect’s Illustrated Pocket Dictionary can be used on site or quickly at the desk and is suitable for all those interested in the buildings that surround us.

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Green Studio Handbook – 2nd edition – New for 2011!

February 14, 2011

The second edition of the ever so environmentally friendly The Green Studio Handbook publishes on March 29th (unless you’re lucky enough to live in North America where it is available now!) Alison Kwok and Walter Grondzik give you an essential introduction to green design strategies and practical information how to save energy, water and material resources. Check out the modern cover too! Lots of information can be found on our microsite.

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