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Coles, John,

The fundamentals of interior architecture / John Coles. - Second edition. - 184 pages ; 23 cm

"First published 2007."

Includes bibliographical references and index.


Introduction Chapter 1: Space/FormSpace and Place Elements and Composition of Interior SpaceCase Study and Interview: The Way Out, Sonoma County, USA / Ogrydziak Prillinger ArchitectsProject: Observing Space and FormChapter 2: Site/Function Analyzing the Site Types of Interior Case Study and Interview: Cut and Fold House, London, UK / Ashton PorterProject: Observing Sight and FunctionChapter 3: Materials/Texture Understanding the Interior Selecting Materials Perception of Quality Architectural MaterialsCase Study and Interview: Family House, Miyajima Island, Japan / Kazuya NakomotoProject: Observing Materials and TextureChapter 4: Light/Mood Understanding LightUsing LightCalculating Light Case Study and Interview: One Kearny Lobby, San Francisco, USA / IwamotoScottProject: Observing Light and MoodChapter 5: Presentation/RepresentationKey Stages in DesignRepresenting DesignCase Study and Interview: Pill Box, London, UK / BluebottleProject: Observing Presentation and RepresentationConclusionSources of Information and InspirationIndexAcknowledgements and Picture Credits.

The Fundamentals of Interior Architecture (second edition) offers an introduction to the key elements involved in the creation of aesthetically appealing and practically appropriate interior architecture. The book contains five sections, which together encapsulate the principle ideas, skills and knowledge that are employed in effective interior architecture and design. Areas of study include space and form, site and function, materials and texture, light and mood, and presentation and representation. Emphasis is placed on spatial solutions that support the needs of the client and which recognise the qualities of the building and its situation. The theory is contextualised using practioner biographies and work from leading designers. The new material in this highly illustrated second edition includes interviews with leading practitioners. In addition, at the end of each chapter there are new projects to encourage readers to explore further the creative possibilities of working as an interior architect.

ISBN: 9781472524652

LCCN: 2014031162

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Arts & recreation
Architecture 
Design and decoration of structures and accessories

LC Class. No.: NA2850 / .C65 2015

Dewey Class. No.: 729 COL / 20190