This book provides essential introductory information for designers and interior designers. From the realm of interior design, for example, it deals with ceilings, floors, doors, windows, stairs, etc.—from that of material science, with carpets, wallpaper, wall paint, glass, wood materials, stone, and concrete. It also presents architectural drawing: techniques of representation, descriptive geometry, technical drawing, standard dimensions, signs and symbols, and mathematical foundations; attention is also given to the fundamentals of graphic design, preparing documents for publication, file formats, and color systems. All of this is generously leavened with practical examples; original essays by Ruedi Baur, Axel Kufus, Norbert Rademacher, Martin Kunz, and others; and thought-provoking quotations. If they want to, readers may separate the pages of the Japanese binding—this way they get room to add their personal notes and comments.

Originally published in German.

The Fundamentals of Interior Architecture

John Coles (Author), Naomi House (Author)

This book offers an introduction to the key elements involved in the creation of aesthetically appealing and practically appropriate interior architecture. Each element, or fundamental, uses theory and contemporary and historical references to illustrate the richness and diversity of design practice. Using examples taken from work created by contemporary practitioners, "The Fundamentals of Interior Architecture" offers a unique insight into the principles and processes that underpin the work of the professional interior designer. The book contains five sections which together encapsulate the principle ideas, skills and knowledge that are employed in the creation of spatial solutions that support the needs of the client and which recognize the qualities of the building and its situation. Using illustrations and photographs these elements are identified and described in a way that makes them accessible to the reader.

Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: AVA Publishing SA (19 Nov 2007)
Language English
ISBN-10: 2940373388
ISBN-13: 978-2940373383

Place Advantage: Applied Psychology for Interior Architecture

by Sally Augustin

This guide to person–centered place design shows architects, landscape architects, and interior designers how to develop spaces that enrich human experience using concepts derived from qualitative and quantitative research. Design practitioners will find applied, accessible environmental psychological insights into how elements of the physical environment such as colors, scents, textures, and the spatial composition of a room influence human attitudes and behaviors and how such factors as personality and national culture also come into play. The lessons are applied to multiple building types, including residences, offices, healthcare facilities, schools, and retail, as well as landscapes surrounding buildings.

Hardcover: 320 pages
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (24 April 2009)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0470422122
ISBN-13: 978-0470422120

Basics Interior Architecture: Form and Structure

Graeme Brooker, Sally Stone

The subject of interior architecture currently lacks a detailed and educationally focussed text. The new "Basics Interior Architecture" series will fill this gap, and expand students knowledge of interior design/interior architecture and give an insight into some of the principles and methods of professional interior architects. The first book in the "Basics Interior Architecture" series, "Form & Structure" will examine the basic ideas that underpin the design and remodelling of interior space, from the establishment of a relationship between the existing building and the new components that inhabit it, to the careful positioning and design of significant elements within the space. The book will propose a method of analysis, understanding and exploitation of the existing building that can be used to realise the design of a new insertion.

Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: AVA Publishing SA (26 Nov 2007)
Language English
ISBN-10: 294037340X
ISBN-13: 978-2940373406

Édition Français:
Forme + Construction : L'Aménagement de l'espace intérieur

Deutsche Ausgabe:
Interior Design Basics 01. Form und Struktur

Perfect Paperback: 175 pages
Publisher: Stiebner Verlag Gmbh (Oct 2009)
ISBN-10: 383071372X
ISBN-13: 978-3830713722

Basics Interior Architecture:Context and Environment

by Graeme Brooker, Sally Stone

There are currently few detailed and educationally focussed texts on the subject of interior architecture. The new Basics Interior Architecture series helps to fill this gap, and will expand students' knowledge of interior design/interior architecture and give an insight into some of the principles and methods of professional interior architects. The second in this series, Context & Environment examines the ways in which elements based both inside and outside of the host building can influence and effect the interior space. The book proposes a method of interpretation, evaluation and utilisation of physical factors, such as light and orientation, the contextual issues of the urban form and the subject of sustainability, and their influences on the design of the interior and the remodolling of existing buildings.

Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: AVA Publishing; illustrated edition edition (15 Sep 2008)
Language English
ISBN-10: 294037371X
ISBN-13: 978-2940373710

Deautsche Ausgabe:
Interior Design Basics02. Kontext und Raum

Perfect Paperback: 175 pages
Publisher: Stiebner Verlag Gmbh (Oct 2009)
ISBN-10: 3830713738
ISBN-13: 978-3830713739

Basics Interior Architecture:Elements and Objects

by Graeme Brooker, Sally Stone

Basics Interior Architecture: Elements + Objects explores the manner in which an interior space can be manipulated through the precise placement of forms.

This title describes the principles underpinning the design of objects, and their placement within the interior space. It also discusses the influence that this has upon the character and perception of the space; providing focus or rhythm, controlling visual movement or expressing scale.

Basics Interior Architecture: Elements + Objects teaches how the manipulation of objects and elements can create interior spaces of distinctive and apposite qualities.

Paperback: 184 pages
Publisher: AVA Publishing (3 Sep 2009)
Language English
ISBN-10: 2940411107
ISBN-13: 978-2940411108

Basics Interior Architecture: Drawing out the interior

by Ro Spankie

Basics Interior Architecture: Drawing out the Interior aims to provide an introduction to the representation of interior space through drawing and model. It introduces the reader to a range of techniques and methods and describes when and where to use them. Starting with what is meant by interior architecture and why designers draw in the first place, it goes on to explore what one might draw and when. This book is not a manual of graphic techniques but a reference and inspiration to the types of drawing and ways of making images available. It considers the idea that the method we choose to draw with influences the way we think and therefore what we design. With sketches and drawings from Le Corbusier, Iannis Xenakis, Mies van der Rohe, Project Orange and Carlo Scarpa.

Paperback: 175 pages
Publisher: AVA Publishing (27 April 2009)
Language English
ISBN-10: 2940373884
ISBN-13: 978-2940373888

Lessons for Students of Architecture

Herman Hertzberger

This ia a broad elaboration of the esteemed Dutch architect's lectures, given since 1973 at Delt University, crafted by the architect himself. It is divided into three parts: Public Domain, Making Space Leaving Space, and Inviting Form.
More than 750 illustrations give broad insight into Hertberger's "library"- as well as to those sources in which he finds inspiration. A book that will provide inspiration to anyone interested in design and architecture.

ISBN: 9064504644
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: February 2000
Publisher: 010, Rotterdam

Space and the Architect: Lessons in Architecture 2, Vol. 2

Herman Hertzberger

ISBN: 906450380X
Format: Paperback, 292pp
Pub. Date: February 2005
Publisher: 010, Rotterdam

Interior Design

Jenny Gibbs

Offering a thorough grounding in the principles of interior design, this book describes the qualities and skills needed to become an interior designer, examines the varied career opportunities available and gives a balanced inside view of the business today. Its broad, up-to-date approach unites history, theory and practice. Subjects covered include: how to develop a brief with a client; presentations and sample boards; choosing materials and designs; project planning and management.

Interior Design aims to inform and inspire as well as to equip new designers with a valuable route-guide to the profession. Principally written for interior design students, it will also serve as a reliable manual for aspiring amateurs.

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