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Architectural Model as Machine
Albert Smith
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Description for Architectural Model as Machine
Paperback. Offers an explanation of why scale models are important to the design process. This work takes the reader through the history and significance of models in architecture from the magic of the Egyptian scale model onwards. It also demonstrates the most effective process between concept and 'machine', between the idea and the final building. Num Pages: 178 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: AM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 10. Weight in Grams: 438.
This book offers an explanation of why scale models are important to the design process. Albert Smith takes the reader through the history and significance of models in architecture from the magic of the Egyptian scale model to the present day. Through this description of the relationship between architecture and the scale model, Smith demonstrates the most effective process between concept and 'machine', between the idea and the final building. The great value of this book is to reveal the nature of the scale model and to unlock the tremendous potential of this design tool ... Read more
This book offers an explanation of why scale models are important to the design process. Albert Smith takes the reader through the history and significance of models in architecture from the magic of the Egyptian scale model to the present day. Through this description of the relationship between architecture and the scale model, Smith demonstrates the most effective process between concept and 'machine', between the idea and the final building. The great value of this book is to reveal the nature of the scale model and to unlock the tremendous potential of this design tool ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Condition
New
Number of Pages
178
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780750656344
SKU
V9780750656344
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Ref
99-1
Reviews for Architectural Model as Machine
'An extremely well-written and researched piece and, from my perspective, a deeply absorbing work.' Tom Porter, author of Architectural Supermodels