The Orders of Architecture - Couverture rigide

Halstead, Frank

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1025879678 ISBN 13 : 9781025879673

Editeur : Tradd Street Press, 2026

Synopsis

"The Orders of Architecture" is a comprehensive guide to the fundamental principles of classical architectural design. Written as both a technical manual and a historical overview, this work meticulously details the five classical orders-the Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and Composite. Frank Halstead provides a structured approach to understanding the proportions, ornamentation, and structural logic that define each style.

Through detailed explanations and precise measurements, the book serves as an essential resource for students, draftsmen, and architects seeking to master the vocabulary of classical form. It explores the evolution of these stylistic systems from antiquity through the Renaissance, emphasizing their enduring influence on Western building traditions. By focusing on the geometric relationships and aesthetic harmonies of columns, entablatures, and pedestals, "The Orders of Architecture" remains a foundational text for anyone interested in the rigorous discipline of architectural drafting and the timeless elegance of classical proportion.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Tradd Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1025879678
• ISBN 13: 9781025879673
• Reliure: Tapa dura
• Nombre de pages: 150
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible