Name: A Global History of Architecture
Price: 109.42 EUR
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Author: Francis D. K. Ching
ISBN: 9781118981337

portada A Global History of Architecture

Type

Physical Book

Author

Francis D. K. Ching

Publisher

JOHN WILEY & SONS INC

Language

English

Pages

864

Format

Hardcover

ISBN13

9781118981337

Edition No.

Synopsis "A Global History of Architecture "

The gold-standard exploration of architecture's global evolutionA Global History of Architecture provides a comprehensive tour through the ages, spinning the globe to present the landmark architectural movements that characterized each time period. Spanning from 3,500 b.c.e. to the present, this unique guide is written by an architectural all-star team who emphasize connections, contrasts and influences, reminding us that history is not linear and that everything was 'modern architecture' in its day. This new third edition has been updated with new drawings from Professor Ching, including maps with more information and color, expanded discussion on contemporary architecture, and in-depth chapter introductions that set the stage for global views. The all-new online enhanced companion site brings history to life, providing a clearer framework through which to interpret and understand architecture through the ages.Unique in its non-Eurocentrism, this book provides a fresh survey of architectural history with a truly global perspective, fulfilling the National Architectural Accrediting Board's requirements for 'non-Western' architecture in history education.Track the history of architecture through a comparative timeline that spans the globeLearn how disparate design styles evolved side-by-side, and which elements migrated whereDelve into non-Western architecture with expert insight and an historical perspectiveExplore further with an online Interactive Resource Center featuring digital learning toolsEscalating globalization has expanded our perspective of both history and architecture beyond Europe and the U.S. Today's architects are looking far beyond the traditional boundaries, and history shows us that structures' evolution from shelter to art mirrors the hopes and fears of society along the way. A Global History of Architecture takes you inside history itself to witness the the growth and movements that built our world.

Francis D. K. Ching

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Francis D. K. Ching (Honolulu, 1943) is an American architect, professor, and author widely recognized for his work in teaching architectural design and graphic representation. After earning his degree in Architecture from the University of Notre Dame in 1966, he practiced professionally before beginning his teaching career at Ohio University in 1972. Later, he joined the University of Washington, where he served as a professor and is currently professor emeritus at the College of Built Environments.

His most influential work is Architecture: Form, Space, and Order, a classic introduction to the principles of architectural design. Other notable titles include Architectural Graphics (1975), Building Structures Illustrated (2009), A Visual Dictionary of Architecture (1995), and A Global History of Architecture (2007), the latter co-authored with Mark M. Jarzombek and Vikramaditya Prakash. His books, characterized by clear and didactic illustrations, have been translated into more than 18 languages and are considered benchmarks in the training of architects and designers.

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