Architectural Graphics, 5th Edition

by Francis D.K. Ching

• ISBN13: 9780470399118
• ISBN10: 0470399112
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-11-06
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

Francis D.K. Ching's architectural bestseller, thoroughly updatedSince 1975, Architectural Graphics has been a bestselling classic that has introduced countless students of architecture and design to the fundamentals of graphic communication. Featuring Francis D.K. Ching's signature graphic style, it illustrates how to use graphic tools and drafting conventions to translate architectural ideas into effective visual presentation. This Fifth Edition has been updated to reflect the latest drawing techniques helping it remain the leading book on the topic. The latest edition of the classic book on architectural drawing by the master of architectural communication Over 500,000 copies sold of previous editions Revised and expanded to include more information on computer-generated graphics and the latest drawing conventions for architectural representation The author is world-renowned for his numerous architecture and design books, including Architecture: Form, Space, and Order; A Global History of Architecture; Interior Design Illustrated; Building Codes Illustrated; and Building Construction Illustrated, all from Wiley.

Author Biography

Francis D.K. Ching is a registered architect and Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington in Seattle. He is the bestselling author of numerous books on architecture and design, all published by Wiley. His works have been translated into over seventeen languages and are regarded as classics for their renowned graphic presentation.

Table of Contents

Preface

Drawing Tools and Materials

Architectural Drafting

Architectural Drawing Systems

Multiview Drawings

Paraline Drawings

Perspective Drawings

rendering tonal Values

Rendering Context

Architectural Presentations

Freehand Drawing

Index

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