Vitruvius, a Roman architect, wrote this book around 25 B.C. He writes about various aspects of Roman architecture, as well as theoretical issues concerning architecture. According to Best Book Top 10, it is "the single most important work of architectural history in the Western world, having shaped architecture and the image of the architect from the Renaissance to the present."
This book clearly explains in simple language complex concepts of architecture. The creative process along with design and presentation are all discussed by the author, Matthew Frederick.
The author of this book, Paul Goldberger, is a former critic for The New York Times and current critic of The New Yorker. Building Up and Tearing Down is an anthology of essays he wrote for The New Yorker that all concern architecture.
Many popular blogs have come out with books that offer a sample of the content their websites offer. The BLDGBLOG has done the same the thing, capitalizing on its five million blog readers. The book, like the blog, looks at past and present architecture, as well as speculating about the future of design.
The Art of Construction aims to teach the basic principles of architecture. Concepts are paired with illustrations to help make the lessons more understandable. The book also includes projects that can be completed with everyday materials found inside the home.
Architecture for Humanity discusses the architectural answers for the world's population that still lacks proper housing. The book provides a history of the socially conscious design movement.
This book studies the architecture of New York City. Delirious New York also discusses the idea that New York was a laboratory where particular architecture designs were tested.
The book is full of text and illustrations of Roman architecture. David Macaulay shows how Roman architects planned and constructed their cities.
Architecture is an illustrated look at the design and form of several architects. The book also covers plane, volume, proportion and the interdependence of form and space.
This book looks at major moments in history when buildings and lives were destroyed. Bevan makes the point that architecture is more than just buildings. It's a representation of culture.