Planning Church Buildings (1921)

By Henry Edward Tralle

Book Overview

Planning Church Buildings is a comprehensive guidebook written by Henry Edward Tralle in 1921. The book is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the planning, design, and construction of church buildings. Tralle, an experienced architect, provides detailed information on the various aspects of church building design, including site selection, layout, interior design, lighting, acoustics, heating, and ventilation.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific topic related to church building design. Tralle begins by discussing the importance of site selection and the factors that should be considered when choosing a location for a church. He then moves on to layout design, providing detailed information on the different types of church layouts and their advantages and disadvantages.The book also covers interior design, including the design of the sanctuary, chancel, and nave. Tralle provides guidance on the selection of furnishings, such as pews, altars, and pulpits, and offers advice on lighting, acoustics, and ventilation.In addition to design considerations, Planning Church Buildings also covers construction techniques and materials. Tralle provides guidance on the selection of building materials, such as stone, brick, and wood, and offers advice on construction techniques, such as masonry, carpentry, and plastering.Overall, Planning Church Buildings is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the planning, design, and construction of church buildings. Tralle's expertise and experience as an architect make this book an essential guide for anyone seeking to create a beautiful and functional church building.Also Contains Standards, Checklist For Committees And Architects By George Earnest Merrill.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116486291X
• ISBN13: 9781164862918
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"