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Editor: Andrea Deplazes
Translator: G. H. S?ffker
Edition: Paperback
Audio: German (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2005-10-01
ISBN: 3764371897
Number of pages: 512
Publisher: Birkh?user Basel
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Book Review: More than the sum of it's parts
Summary: 5 Stars

"For me, designing and constructing are the same thing" - Andrea Deplazes.
Andea Deplazes is Professor for Architecture & Construction at the ETH Zurich, and an internationally regarded Architect.
Not just another construction manual covering the usual technical and architectural issues, this book is more than the sum of its parts. Its weight alone hints at its substance.
The tradition of fine craftsmanship is evident in Swiss Architecture, and the themes of assembly and construction is clear throughout the book. Unlike other 'construction manuals' this also includes and highlights the consequence of intellectual positions and historic continuity.
Divided into five main sections: Materials, Elements, Structures, Selected Buildings, and Components: Each section contains essays on theory, technical issues, reference, and drawings. All the essays are well written, concise, and read like interesting lectures.
There is a good balance of conceptual sketches, photographs, and technical drawings. The black and white photographs are a little on the small side, however, the written language more than compensates.
The Ten case studies illustrate projects of design and constructional rigor, and provide a good link between education and practice.
Constructing Architecture is compulsory reading for all architecture students, and will prove a good reference for experienced professionals. At this price this book is very good value for money (508 pages).
Highly recommended.

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