Architectural Graphics
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| Rating | : | 4.48 (897 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 111903566X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 272 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-03-16 |
| Language | : | English |
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His numerous bestselling works have been translated into over seventeen languages and are regarded as classics for their renowned graphic presentation. FRANCIS D.K. CHING is one of the leading authorities on architectural design drawing around the world. He is a registered architect and Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington in S
The Sixth Edition includes: Fully updated chapter on Freehand Drawing highlighting on site drawing techniques, including drawing from observation, drawing subjects, and compositionAdded information on orthographic projection in relation to 3D modelsExamples of modern furniture and contemporary presentation layoutsRevised explanations of line weights, dimensioning, and perspective drawingHundreds of drawings in the signature style of Francis D.K. ChingArchitectural Graphics remains the leading introduction to drafting tools; multiview, paraline, and perspective drawings; section views; tonal value; rendering context; and much more. . From the Back CoverAn update to the classic introduction to translating architectural ideas into imagesArchitectural Graphics offers the essential drawing tools, principles, and techniques designers use to translate architectural ideas into effective visual presentations. Ching clearly pres
Kindle version is unreadable. I ordered the Kindle edition and I cannot read the text that goes with the illustrations. My eyesight is pretty good but the text is so small it is illegible. The illustrations are not very clear either. I would stay away from the Kindle and order the print version.. Thank goodness for this book. This is the first Thank goodness for this book. This is the first art book that I have been able to work through. The concepts are explained in a way I understand. The exercises have definitely built my confidence in drawing.. Excellent Tara Davis This is great to the point instruction for the basics in illustration for architecture. The author has a great collection of books, I own several.
Now in its sixth edition, this essential guide offers a comprehensive introduction to using graphic tools and drafting conventions to translate architectural ideas into effective visual presentations, using hundreds of the author's distinctive drawings to illustrate the topic effectively. Complete mastery of the tools and conventions is essential to the successful outcome of any project, and mistakes can cause confusion, time delays, increased costs, and possible catastrophe. New examples of modern furniture, APA facilities, and presentation layout provide more up-to-date visuals, and the Reference Center features all new animations, videos, and practice exercises.Architectural graphics are key tools f