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Dover Classic Wrought Ironwork Patterns and Designs Classic Wrought Ironwork Patterns and Designs ISBN: 0486443647
Dover Classic Wrought Ironwork Patterns and Designs
40 plates of meticulously rendered designs replicate authentic ironwork projects that span some 600 years of metalcrafting. Patterns selected from English churches, chapels, tombs, castles, and other architectural sites depict 12th-century hinges, 15th-century grilles and railings, and 17th-century knockers, handles, latches, and other ornamental elements. Ideal for today's metal crafters looking to recreate the decorative architectural accessories from an earlier era, these royalty-free patterns will also be of value to artists, architects, and designers. Book specifications: paperback, 48 pgs., 8 3/8 in. x 11 in. Publisher: Dover, 2005.
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Dover Gothic Ornament: Architectural Motifs from York Cathedral Gothic Ornament: Architectural Motifs from York Cathedral ISBN: 0486445100
Dover Gothic Ornament: Architectural Motifs from York Cathedral
These royalty-free motifs feature exquisite specimens of the sculptured ornaments from northern Europe's largest medieval cathedral. York Cathedral features soaring Gothic architecture and a vast interior, parts of which date back to the 13th century. It also houses some of the best examples of the medieval craftsman's work to be found anywhere. Reproduced from a rare 18th-century volume, this compilation consists of 175 illustrations, selected from throughout the building. This is an unabridged republication of that classic 1795 edition. Book specifications: paperback, 122 pgs., 8 3/8 in. x 11 in. Publisher: Dover, 2005.
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Dover Traditional Ironwork Designs Traditional Ironwork Designs ISBN: 0486443620
Dover Traditional Ironwork Designs
From an exceptional collection of outstanding examples of German ironwork comes this rich source of royalty-free images for artists and craftspeople. More than 270 illustrations depict a wide range of magnificent ironwork from the city of Dusseldorf, with finely rendered examples of the craft ranging from elaborate castle gates to ornate weather vanes. Balustrades, screens, balcony railings, and other decorative ironwork abound in this handsome compilation. Derived from a rare, turn-of-the-century portfolio, these splendid designs offer rare glimpses of unusual motifs that will inspire and delight designers, architecture enthusiasts, antique lovers, and devotees of vintage ironwork. Book specifications: paperback, 96 pgs, 9 in. x 12 in. Publisher: Dover, 2005.
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Dover Treasury of Nineteenth-Century Ornamental Metalwork Treasury of Nineteenth-Century Ornamental Metalwork ISBN: 0486452220
Dover Treasury of Nineteenth-Century Ornamental Metalwork
Extremely pliable yet amazingly durable, metal offers infinite decorative options. Here are 1,000 prime examples of French metal masterworks, painstakingly reproduced from an extremely rare and valuable edition. From the everyday to the ornate, items include weather vanes, tiles, waterspouts, trims, basins, and pike heads. Author: Jules Decker Format: paperback, 144 pgs., 8 3/8 in. x 11 in. Publisher: Dover, 2006
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HarperCollins Sketch Plan Build: World Class Architects Show How It's Done Sketch Plan Build: World Class Architects Show How It's Done
HarperCollins Sketch Plan Build: World Class Architects Show How It's Done
Often the most sophisticated buildings get their start as quick sketches in a moment of sudden inspiration. During the long process of careful refinement, these same sketches take shape and emerge as the buildings we see before us everyday. Focusing on the design process of today's most noteworthy architects, Sketch Plan Build explores the reasoning, resources, and influences behind the projects of today's most recognized architects. This book is a primary tool for under-standing the different traits and nuances each architect uses to express their own ideas. With international projects from world renowned architects such as Tadao Ando, Coop Himmel(b)lau, and Renzo Piano, and with detailed sketches, drawings, and photographs for each project, Sketch Plan Build is sure to provide a comprehensive compendium for all those interested in how an inspired idea makes the journey from projection to construction. This book brings together the drawings, sketches, and finished photographs of more than thirty prestigious international architects. With 500 fully-illustrated pages, it is a diverse graphic tour that starts with the sketch, extends to drawings, and concludes with finished photographs -- providing the reader with a profound insight into the design process of today's most respected architects. Hardcover book measures 8 1/2 in. x 9 3/4 in., 500 pages. Harper Design, 2005. ISBN: 0060749717
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Rockport Rendering Real and Imagined Buildings Rendering Real and Imagined Buildings ISBN: 1564965112
Rockport Rendering Real and Imagined Buildings
Rendering Real and Imagined Buildings dramatically and richly illustrates the latest in architectural computer modeling and rendering techniques. The book features designs ranging from ancient cities to futuristic landscapes and highlights 30 dramatic projects from around the world. It's a one-of-a-kind volume presenting extraordinary examples that push the boundaries of archeological and architectural imaging. Book specifications: hardcover, 176 pgs., 8 3/4 in. x 11 1/4 in. Publisher: Rockport, 1998.
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Schiffer Publishing Building Architectural Models Building Architectural Models
Schiffer Publishing Building Architectural Models
Whether you intend to add flair to your office presentation or charm to your model train set, this book will give you professional insight into designing and producing architectural models--with truly spectacular results. This book is a primer for the design, construction, and presentation of the three-dimensional model from conceptual drawings. Ideal for use inside or outside the classroom, the process begins with the construction of a cube and tetrahedron, and moves on to encompass manufactured modules, a commercial building, a single-story house, and a city rowhouse. Landscaping and presentation details are also provided to make your creations look their absolute best. Beautiful photography illustrates the step-by-step instructions for the beginning projects, as well as a colorful gallery of more complex designs that will excite and inspire you. These projects are a wonderful combination of the precision of model-building and the limitlessness of your creativity. Paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 11 in.,64 pages. ISBN:0764310712. Schiffer.
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