Architectural Graphics E-Book

Francis D. K. Ching

• Herausgeber: John Wiley & Sons
• Kategorie: Geisteswissenschaft
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 181

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2015

Beschreibung

The bestselling guide to architectural drawing, with new information, examples, and resources Architectural Graphics is the classic bestselling reference by one of the leading global authorities on architectural design drawing, Francis D.K. Ching. Now in its sixth edition, this essential guide offers a comprehensive introduction to using graphic tools and drafting conventions to translate architectural ideas into effective visual presentations, using hundreds of the author's distinctive drawings to illustrate the topic effectively. This updated edition includes new information on orthographic projection in relation to 3D models, and revised explanations of line weights, scale and dimensioning, and perspective drawing to clarify some of the most difficult concepts. New examples of modern furniture, APA facilities, and presentation layout provide more up-to-date visuals, and the Reference Center features all new animations, videos, and practice exercises. Architectural graphics are key tools for conveying design through representation on paper or on screen, and this book is the ultimate guide to mastering the skill, then applying your talent to create more effective design communication. * Understand multiview, paraline, and perspective drawing * Master interior sections using a variety of techniques * Render tonal value, enhance depth, and convey illumination * Develop professional-quality layouts for presentations Architectural graphics both inform the design process and serve as the means by which a design is interpreted and built. Complete mastery of the tools and conventions is essential to the successful outcome of any project, and mistakes can cause confusion, time delays, increased costs, and possible catastrophe. Architectural Graphics is the comprehensive guide to professional architectural drawing, with insight from a leading authority in the field.

Leseprobe

ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS

Sixth Edition

Francis D.K. Ching

Cover design: C. Wallace Cover image: Courtesy of Francis D.K. Ching

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data:

Ching, Frank, 1943- Architectural graphics / Francis D.K. Ching. – 6th ed. ISBN 978-1-119-03566-4 (paperback); ISBN 978-1-119-07338-3 (ebk); ISBN 978-1-119-07350-5 (ebk); ISBN 978-1-119-09099-1 (ebk)

Contents

About the Companion Website

Preface

Chapter 1: Drawing Tools and Materials

Drawing Pencils

Drawing Leads

Drawing Pens

Drawing Guides

Drawing Aids

Drawing Scales

Drawing Surfaces

Chapter 2: Architectural Drafting

Drawing Lines

Line Types

Line Weights

Line Quality

Drafting Techniques

Chapter 3: Architectural Drawing Systems

Projection Drawing

Pictorial Systems

Multiview Drawings

Paraline Drawings

Perspective Drawings

Communicating Design Ideas

Chapter 4: Multiview Drawings

Plans

Floor Plans

Ceiling Plans

Site Plans

Site Topography

Site Scale and Orientation

Site Plan Drawings

Sections

Building Sections

Site Sections

Elevations

Building Elevations

Interior Elevations

Chapter 5: Paraline Drawings

Paraline Drawings

Types of Paraline Drawings

Isometric Drawings

Plan Obliques

Elevation Obliques

Constructing Paraline Drawings

Paraline Views

Expanded Views

Cutaway Views

Phantom Views

Digital Views

Sequential Views

Chapter 6: Perspective Drawings

Linear Perspective

Perspective Projection

Perspective Elements

Pictorial Effects of Perspective

Perspective Variables

Types of Perspective

One-Point Perspective

Diagonal Point Method

One-Point Perspective Grid

Section Perspectives

Two-Point Perspective

Measuring Point Method

Two-Point Perspective Grid

Two-Point Perspective Drawings

Perspective Measurements

Inclined Lines

Stairs

Circles

Reflections

Chapter 7: Rendering Tonal Values

Tonal Values

Creating Tonal Values

Value Scale

Tonal Values and Texture

Modeling Form

Conveying Light

Modeling and Lighting

Tonal Values in Architectural Drawings

Shade and Shadows

Chapter 8: Rendering Context