Architectural Detailing: Function, Constructibility, Aesthetics, 3rd Edition

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Architects are fortunate in that their reference books often transcend mere manuals and become works of art themselves, filled with clean illustrations and visual aids. Yet, the sheer diversity and number of architecture books can be overwhelming. No single book can contain all the knowledge an architect may require, as the field’s information reservoir is simply too vast. Kolarevic, B. & Klinger, K. (eds.). Manufacturing Material Effects: Rethinking Design and Making in Architecture. (New York: Routledge, 2008).

Architectural Detailing: Function, Constructibility

Located in New Canaan, Connecticut, the multipurpose building and landscape project was made with Handel Architects to embrace open space for people to experience nature, encounter the arts, pursue justice, foster community and explore faith. SANAA was inspired by the idea of making the architecture a river that’s part of the landscape, an element that doesn’t draw attention to itself. The result is a simple, elegant building that rethinks the relationship between architecture and landscape. The Detail Library shares construction details that can be adjusted and amended to suit specific projects, saving designers huge amounts of time. The library does not consist of individual components; rather, it features fully resolved details. In guiding a design from idea to reality, architects design a set of details that show how a structure will be put together. Good details are correct, complete, and provide accurate information to a wide variety of users. By demonstrating the use of detail patterns, this book teaches you how to design a building that will perform as well as you intend.

Gabriela Celani is an Associate Professor at the School of Civil Engineering, Architecture and Urban Design at the University of Campinas, Brazil. She is the founder of LAPAC, the Laboratory for Automation and Prototyping for Architecture and Construction. By the installation of subtle slot drains, we avoided the risk of water ingress whilst being able to keep flush finishes internally and externally. Yes, it looks great and yes, it’s designed to last but what’s not obvious is just how much blood, sweat, and tears were put into the detail to coordinate contractors and trades (Compass Glass and the Stone Republic) to stitch together the spaces. If you don’t find what you are looking for on the library, you can simply put in a request to the Detail Library team and they will add it to the upcoming list of new content. Conclusion It is an illusion to think that an architect can develop a good detail alone. Good details can only be developed in conjunction with manufacturers and materials or mechanical engineers. Digital fabrication instructions are now an important part of the detail documentation, because the specification of tools and machine parameters can interfere in the final product. Design and therefore construction is meant to last, and detailing is central to that. The last thing you want is to be ripping up built work because it wasn’t installed correctly, a good architect gives you value through design.

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Architects: Want to have your project featured? Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletter .It’s important for detail to last the test of time. In this sense, a considered detail will not only be beautiful but robust. An architect will deliver detailing that has longevity as well as beauty – there is your value. We have a range of three UK based Construction Detail Books called “ Understanding Architectural Details” for both residential and commercial construction.