Architectural Design Sketchbook 2. The Systems of Proportion

• Detailed project examples of classical Chinese architecture translated into the 21st century
• Pairs full-color images, illustrations, detailed sketches and conceptual studies with insightful narratives and commentary
In order to have a great place, one must create architecture that embodies the best traditions of design through proportion, material selection, and architecture style.
Classical details combined with clean lines and artful form brings the art in architecture, merging tradition with contemporary design concepts. Proportion, scale, and composition are key concepts in architectural design. Through massing studies and mathematical calculations, including the Golden Ratio, the architecture and decorative details seen in this highly illustrated book seamlessly join discipline and functionality with artistry. Rigorous studies and detailed, full-color conceptual sketches and rich photographic detail bring each project to life, capturing the overall essence of the design. In the pages of this impressi