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The updated and revised edition of The Architecture Reference & Specification Bookcontains vital information that’s essential to planning and executing architectural projects of all shapes and sizes, all in a format that is small enough to carry anywhere.
Most architectural standards references contain thousands of pages of details, overwhelmingly more than architects need to know on any given day. In contrast, The Architecture Reference & Specification Book updated & revised distills the data provided in standard architectural volumes in an easy-to-use reference covering the most indispensable—and most requested—types of architectural information.
The Reference & Specification Book series from Rockport Publishers offers students and practicing professionals in a range of creative industries must-have information in their area of specialty in an up-to-date, concise handbook.
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Chapter 5: Proportions of a Room
In the disciplines of art and design, proportion is concerned with one of the fundamental characteristics of shape: the aspect ratio of width to length. Significantly, the qualification of the proportion of a shape does not concern itself with dimensions. When designers speak of the proportions of a shape, they are usually discussing the relative width and length of a rectangle, but they can also address the proportion of an oval or even complex and irregular forms such as the proportions of a kidneyshaped swimming pool.
Most typically, proportions are considered when making design decisions about a series of related elements. For example, the designer should consider the proportion of the wall space between windows as well as the proportion of the windows themselves when designing an interior elevation. The relative proportion of the shape of the wall and the shape of the window can be construed as a more complex proportional relationship. Proportion is considered in two dimensions in drawing and painting and when composing a plan or an elevation.
Rooms of Different Shapes The pure geometry of a square room can demand a symmetrical arrangement of furnishings. A rectangular space can be broken up into different zones to accommodate distinct seating areas. The formality of a tall and long room is ideal for both work and entertaining.
Publisher : Rockport Publishers; 2nd edition (January 9, 2018)
Language : English
Paperback : 272 pages
ISBN-10 : 163159379X
ISBN-13 : 978-1631593796
Item Weight : 1.25 pounds
Dimensions : 5.9 x 0.8 x 8.25 inches
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