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50 Architecture Ideas You Really Need to Know

A complete introduction to the key concepts and styles of architecture
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50 Architecture Ideas You Really Need to Know by Philip Wilkinson is an engaging guide that explores key concepts and movements in architecture throughout history. It delves into innovative architectural ideas, styles, and influential architects, providing readers with a foundational understanding of the art and science of building design. The book is perfect for those new to architecture or anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of this creative field.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a fascination with architecture and want to explore the key concepts that have shaped architectural thought and practice. You'll find it enriching if you appreciate learning about the historical and cultural context of significant architectural movements and marvel at the influence of famous architects and their landmarks.

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50 Architecture Ideas You Really Need to Know

Master the ideas behind the buildings we live in today - from Ancient Greece to sustainable architecture

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In a series of 50 accessible essays, Philip Wilkinson introduces architectural movements and styles throughout history, as well as describing some of the greatest architects' most important and representative works.

From the Pyramids of Giza to the Guggenheim, the classical orders of Vitruvius to the most recent contemporary trends today, 50 Architecture Ideas You Really Need to Know is a complete introduction to the most important architectural concepts in history.

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50 Architecture Ideas You Really Need to Know by Philip Wilkinson has been praised for its accessibility and clarity in presenting architectural concepts. Reviewers appreciate its concise explanations and engaging layout, making it a suitable introduction for both enthusiasts and newcomers to architecture. The book's structure, focusing on fifty key ideas, allows for a clear understanding of diverse styles and historical developments.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529432206

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Greenfinch

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 176.0mm

Weight: 147g

Pages: 208

About the Author

Philip Wilkinson's many books include the award-winning Amazing Buildings, the ground-breaking English Buildings Book, and several TV tie-ins for the BBC's major series, Restoration. He is also the author of Quercus' giant book Frank Lloyd Wright.

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