| Geometric Patterns from Tiles and Brickwork: And How to Draw Them Contributor(s): Field, Robert (Author) |
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ISBN: 1899618120 ISBN-13: 9781899618125 Publisher: Tarquin Group OUR PRICE: $8.54 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 1996 Annotation: Bricks and tiles are two of the most universal and ancient building materials and they are able to combine tremendous versatility with the economies and advantages of mass production and standard units. They are employed in repetitive arrangements both to give strength to the structure and to cover surfaces, leading to many different kinds of bonds and styles of surface patterning. This draws attention to them in an interesting and stimulating way. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Architecture | Decoration & Ornament - Architecture | Reference - House & Home | Do-it-yourself - Masonry |
| Dewey: 729 |
| Physical Information: 0.17" H x 5.82" W x 8.27" (0.29 lbs) 64 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Patterns from tiles and brickwork are explored and demonstrated so that they can be used in your own designs. Perfect follow up activities for school and other youth trips to places or architectural significance - or just your local high street or even some schools. Robert Field has travelled extensively and has taken his camera and a keen eye with him wherever he has gone. Many people will be both suprised and delighted by the sheer number and variety of interesting patterns that he has discovered. This is one of a series of Geometric Patterns books that will appeal both to those who have a particular interest in the topic covered but also to those who are looking for a rich resource of pattern designs. |
