The book is a special issue of Architectural Design magazine, focusing on the role of drawing in architectural thought and practice.

"Drawing Into Architecture" is a collection of architectural drawings and essays edited by Andreas C. Papadakis, published as a special issue of Architectural Design magazine in 1990. The book argues for the continued importance of hand-drawing as a conceptual tool in an age increasingly dominated by digital design. Papadakis and the contributing architects make a compelling case that the act of drawing is not merely a technical skill but a fundamental part of the creative and intellectual process of architecture.

The book's central theme is the exploration of drawing as a form of "design thinking." It showcases the works of prominent architects who use drawing to explore ideas, from initial sketches to highly finished presentation drawings. The publication features drawings from a wide range of architects, including postmodernists and deconstructivists, illustrating how each uses drawing to express their unique architectural philosophy. The book serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in the role of drawing in the architectural imagination and the art of architectural representation.