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Principles of Architecture aims at sensitizing students of civil engineering and architecture to the relationship between architecture and engineering.
Designed to meet the requirements of an introductory course in architecture, the book provides the basic knowledge of architecture as a design process, which results in functionally efficient, economically viable, and aesthetically appealing buildings. Starting with simple definitions, descriptions of basic elements, and principles of design, the book covers the core topics in architecture such as aesthetic qualities in buildings, aesthetic relationships, and aesthetic impact in detail. It also discusses safety regulations, layout regulations, and building rules. Enriched with numerous architectural examples from history, the book also presents the works and ideas of some famous architects from India and abroad. ISBN
9780195682724
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Pages : 316
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