Architecture A-Z: A Rough Guide Book

"Hellman is a brilliant cartoonist and architect" - Private Eye "Architecture's official satirist since the 1960s" - The Guardian on Louis Hellman Louis Hellman's work is internationally renowned within the field of architecture and has enduring popularity with all divisions of the profession. In Architecture A to Z he uses the alphabet to provide an engaging guide through the architectural process and the entire range of factors which affect the development and design of buildings. Hellman strikes a rare balance to provide a volume that is both humorous and thought-provoking. He does not look at architecture as an isolated discipline, but constantly places it in a social context. His cartoons are loaded with wit and give a unique insight into the field. Key topics covered include: Futurism Politics Zeitgeist Fun as well as informative, Architecture A-Z will intrigue and delight all those with an interest in architecture and its development. It provides a light-hearted and yet comprehensive introduction to the world of architecture and architectural terminology. Other works available by Louis Hellman:Archi-têtes: the Id in the Grid, Wiley-Academy, 1999, 0 471 98860 XRead More