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Informationen zum Autor Nikolas Davies, Erkki Jokipson Klappentext "With more than 20!000 words and terms individually defined! the Dictionary offers huge coverage for anyone studying or working in architecture! construction or any of the built environment fields. The innovative and detailed cross-referencing system allows readers to track down elusive definitions from general subject headings. Starting from only the vaguest idea of the word required! a reader can quickly track down precisely the term they are looking for. The book is illustrated with stunning drawings that provide a visual as well as a textual definition of both key concepts and subtle differences in meaning. Davies and Jokiniemi's work sets a new standard for reference books for all those interested in the buildings that surround us." Zusammenfassung With more than 20,000 words and terms individually defined, this dictionary is suitable for those studying or working in architecture, construction or any of the built environment fields. It features a detailed cross-referencing system that allows readers to track down elusive definitions from general subject headings. Inhaltsverzeichnis Architectural Theory! Ornamentation and ArtBuilding Elements and ComponentsConstruction EngineeringMasonry! Brickwork! ConcreteOther Building MaterialsProfessional PracticeSciencesTechnical InstallationsTools! Machines and MethodsTypes of Building! SpacesUrban and Transportation PlanningWood and TimberUnclassified Terms
