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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Translated by Morris Hicky Morgan, Ph.D., LL.D. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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THE EDUCATION OF THE ARCHITECT

1. The architect should be equipped with knowledge of many branches of study and varied kinds of learning, for it is by his judgement that all work done by the other arts is put to test. This knowledge is the child of practice and theory. Practice is the continuous and regular exercise of employment where manual work is done with any necessary material according to the design of a drawing. Theory, on the other hand, is the ability to demonstrate and explain the productions of dexterity on the principles of proportion.

2. It follows, therefore, that architects who have aimed at acquiring manual skill without scholarship have never been able to reach a position of authority to correspond to their pains, while those who relied only upon theories and scholarship were obviously hunting the shadow, not the substance. But those who have a thorough knowledge of both, like men armed at all points, have the sooner attained their object and carried authority with them.

3. In all matters, but particularly in architecture, there are these two points:--the thing signified, and that which gives it its significance. That which is signified is the subject of which we may be speaking; and that which gives significance is a demonstration on scientific principles. It appears, then, that one who professes himself an architect should be well versed in both directions. He ought, therefore, to be both naturally gifted and amenable to instruction. Neither natural ability without instruction nor instruction without natural ability can make the perfect artist. Let him be educated, skilful with the pencil, instructed in geometry, know much history, have followed the philosophers with attention, understand music, have some knowledge of medicine, know the opinions of the jurists, and be acquainted with astronomy and the theory of the heavens.


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An Abridgment of the Architecture of Vitruvius, containing a system of the whole works of that author, illustrated with engraved plates, and a table of explanation. ... Read more

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As the first comprehensive encyclopedic survey of Western architectural theory from Vitruvius to the present, this book is an essential resource for architects, students, teachers, historians, andtheorists. Using only original sources, Kruft has undertaken the monumental task of researching, organizing, and analyzing the significant statements put forth by architectural theorists over the last two thousand years. The result is a text that is authoritative and complete, easy to read without being reductive. ... Read more

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The Only Survey of Its Kind
Though outdated in significant ways -- with the entire second half essentially eclipsed by Harry Mallgrave's stunningly comprehensive history of modern architectural theory (Cambridge, 2005) -- this is still worth owning and reading for the material from Vitruvius to Perrault.

The enormous bibliography is, due to its cumbersome organization, rather daunting and not nearly as useful as it should be.

Maddening as it is, it is still an essential volume for anyone even remotely interested in the rationale behind the stylistic appearances of our built environment. ... Read more

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Complete and Illustrated EditionVitruvius (Marcus V. Pollio), Roman architect and engineer, studied Greek philosophy and science and gained experience in the course of professional work. He was one of those appointed to be overseers of imperial artillery or military engines, and was architect of at least one unit of buildings for Augustus in the reconstruction of Rome. Late in life and in ill health he completed, sometime before 27 BCE, De Architectura which, after its rediscovery in the fifteenth century, was influential enough to be studied by architects from the early Renaissance to recent times.His ten books on architecture give great insight into Greco-Roman culture and life. The topics relating to architecture comprise many things that would surprise a modern reader but were considered an integral part of life 2000 years ago. Consideration of these things might help make modern cities more pleasant to live in and deserve the attention of architects. ... Read more

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Great
A great book that deserves more attention. Read how the Romans planned buildings and towns, what they considered to create a healthy environment and how to keep towns safe. Architecture, wellness and defense, all in one book.

Other great books are The Pneumatics of Hero of Alexandria and The Syrian Goddess: De Dea Syria. ... Read more

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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishings Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the worlds literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! ... Read more

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Hegemann and Peets' classic work on urban planning is an encyclopedic compilation of over twelve hundred illustrations, photographs, and diagrams. Their work was first published in 1922 and presented for the first time a comprehensive survey of what we would consider modern urban planning or urban design principles. Their work, often referred to simply as 'Civic Art,' remained out of print for a number of years. This compact edition, part of the 'Fundamentals in Urban Planning' series, presents the full text and graphics of the original edition in an affordable and portable version.CONTENTS:I. The Modern Revival of Civic ArtII. Plaza and Court Design in EuropeIII. The Grouping of Buildings in AmericaIV. Architectural Street DesignV. Garden Art as Civic ArtVI. City Plans as Unified DesignsVII. The Plan of Washington ... Read more

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Chapters: Colosseum, Architecture of Ancient Rome, Vitruvius, Roman Villa, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Basilica, Lullingstone Roman Villa, Mosaic, Giovanni Battista Piranesi, Volute, Ostia Antica, List of Roman Bridges, Comitium, List of Roman Amphitheatres, List of Ancient Architectural Records, List of Ancient Watermills, Hadrian's Wall, List of Roman Domes, Temple of Caesar, List of Roman Dams and Reservoirs, Catacombs of Rome, de Architectura, Eifel Aqueduct, Trajan's Column, Ara Pacis, List of Ancient Roofs, Cosa, Roman Aqueduct, Arch and Tomb of Galerius, Valens Aqueduct, Villa of the Papyri, Diocletian's Palace, the Roman Baths of Ankara, Pont Du Gard, Aqueduct of Segovia, Roman Theatre, House of the Faun, Domus, Tower of Hercules, Forum of Augustus, Hadrian's Villa, Library of Celsus, Dubris, Pula Arena, Maison Carrée, Roman Concrete, List of Ancient Spiral Stairs, Glanum, Porta Nigra, Hypaethros, Horreum, List of Roman Cisterns, List of Castra, Getty Villa, Temple of Vespasian and Titus, Basilica of Maxentius, Taberna, Trajan's Forum, Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, Temple of Venus and Roma, Roman Architectural Revolution, Temple of Castor and Pollux, Dinogetia, Barbegal Aqueduct and Mill, Hypocaust, Trophy of Augustus, Elagabalium, Pomerium, Gardens of Lucullus, Neronian Architecture, Split Cathedral, Gemonian Stairs, Arènes de Lutèce, Temple of Hercules Victor, History of Lighthouses, Villa of the Quintilii, House of the Vettii, Flavian Amphitheater, Théâtre Antique D'orange, Gardens of Sallust, Temple of Vesta, Triumphal Arch of Orange, Alyscamps, Temple of Vesta, Tivoli, Verona Arena, Aqüeducte de Les Ferreres, Temple of Concord, Foss Dyke, Basilica of Candelaria, Thermes de Cluny, Cella, Aula Palatina, Ludus Magnus, Newport Arch, Villa Jovis, Forum Boarium, Temple of Saturn, Cryptoporticus, Diocletianus Aqueduct, List of Aqueducts in the City of Rome, Triglyph, Amphitheatre of Pompeii, Acueducto de Los Milagros, ...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=61309 ... Read more

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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishings Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the worlds literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! ... Read more

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Latin and English on facing p0ages. Includes preface, introduction, bibliography, text and English translaion, index of technical terms in Vol. II, geographical and historical index to both volumes, and illustrations. ... Read more

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Two thousand years ago the Roman architect Marcus Vitruvius Pollio wrote the first books on architecture and established the concept of the pattern book offering design principles and solutions that is still familiar today. This publication is a green pattern book for today. Green, or sustainable, or environmentally-friendly architecture is not simply an environmental benefit. It is place-sensitive; in a globalizing world it leads to location-specific architecture by responding to local climatic conditions and using local materials. It also offers better architectural quality with more natural and fewer artificial inputs; not only is less more, less is also beautiful.

The book is in independent parts. Four sections structure advice in accordance with the design and construction process, the issues to be considered, the strategies to be adopted and the elements of green design. A fifth section advises on design evaluation.

Sustainability is one of many considerations for the practicing architect. This book is for the experienced practitioner anywhere who wishes to make a more sustainable architecture whether or not they have yet acquired any particular expertise in the subject. It will also serve as a valuable introduction to the subject, and provide a clear and attractive text for students.

THIS BOOK IS PREPARED WITHIN THE THERMIE PROGRAM OF THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION DGXVII BY:
ACE -- Architects’ Council of Europe, Brussels: Eoin O’Cofaigh
ERG -- Energy Research Group, University College Dublin: Eileen Fitzgerald, Robert Alcock, Ann McNicholl and J. Owen Lewis
SAFA -- Suomen Arkkiteillitto, Helsinki: Vesa Peltonen
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Great Resource
This book is a fantastic resource (though getting a little dated) concise explanations of "green" techniques coupled with to the point definitions make Green Vitruvius a wonderful primer on sustainable design.

Far from Vitruvious
Im a senior in architecture researching for my thesis and i was looking for books to give me an idea of what i could do to accomplish sustainable architecture for my design.
Well, this book was a big let down. Vitruvious was a major influence on architecture but this book falls extremely short. It starts out just stating how to tell a designer or firm that you want a "green design". Then very slowly moves into possible things that can be done but nothing that anyone studying architecture cant figure out on their own. ... Read more