Samantha Hardingham

Peter Silver

William McLean

Simon Veglio

Packed with stunning images this is an indispensable visual guide illustrating and explaining current fabrication processes and material transformation. Providing a documentary of an eclectic range of fabrication techniques, this is the ideal reference for designers who wish to learn more about the materials and current technologies in material production available to them. Featuring the work of 12 fabricators based in the UK, the case studies displayed range from manufacture of complex wire rope, the processes of metal spinning, large-scale composite casting, to computer controlled sheet steel fabrication. With a full knowledge of how the materials are transformed, this book provides readers with a greater ability to employ material processes for their own designs and to better understand material fabrication. This is a book that provides information on contemporary technology and design inspiration in abundance. * A visual introduction to the latest material fabrication techniques * Provides inspiration to architects and designers looking for new materials to realize their designs * Hundreds of photographs, working drawings and technical details provide a comprehensive and beautiful outline of the subject

The Designers Guide : the Illustrated Works of Twelve Specialist UK Fabricators

Fabrication

Pete Silver

Understanding the relationship between design and technology is critical to the understanding of architecture. This book clearly explains the core aspects of architectural technology: structural physics, structural elements and forms, heating, lighting, environmental control and computer modelling. Hundreds of photographs, diagrams and screengrabs demonstrate common architectural forms and construction techniques. Historical and contemporary examples chart significant moments in architectural engineering and the development of materials science Includes an examination of computer-aided design (CAD) and the use of building information management (BIM) technology for predicting and analyzing the behaviour of buildings. Written by two experienced teachers, this essential introduction to architecture will help students to integrate their design thinking with the appropriate structural and environmental solutions.

Introduction to Architectural Technology Second Edition

Unfortunately our educators disregard the fact that wisdom has to be a part of our education to face the word successfully. This is one of the books we created to fill that void.

Peter Silver

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