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Architecture: Form, Space, & Order

by Francis D.K. Ching · 1979

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Hand-lettered explanations demonstrate the principles of form, space, and order that underlie architectural design. Crystal-clear illustrations and in-depth explanations cover point, line, plane, volume, proportion, scales, and more. "Recommended"—Choice. Illustrated.

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