The Book of Drawings + Sketches: Architecture

By Chris Van Uffelen

"The Book of Drawings + Sketches" is dedicated on the individual handwriting of the most important and influential architects of our time. The hand-drawn vision highlights the main features and characteristics of a building, which is overshadowed by the seemingly perfectly realistic approach of a rendering. Despite the nearly unending possibilities of computer-based methods, drawings and sketches remain the most intuitive expression method of architects. Beyond the pure conveying of information through a mechanical drawing, the various techniques of manual drawing can convey individual sentiments and impressions. The result is a larger degree of authenticity coupled with an emphasis of the human dimension of architecture. The volume combines the most diverse drawing and painting methods, juxtaposing implemented sketches with selected photos of the final result, allowing readers to comprehend the connection between the intention and outcome themselves.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3037681500
• ISBN13: 9783037681503
• Release Date: November 2013
• Publisher: Braun
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 3.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 9.6" x 11.4"