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  • American School Building Standards by Mills, Wilbur Thoburn
    Wilbur Thoburn Mills

    American School Building Standards

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  • Memorial Art, Ancient and Modern: Illustrations and Descriptions of the World's Most Notable Examples of Cemetery Memorials by Bliss, Harry Augustus
    Harry Augustus Bliss

    Memorial Art, Ancient and Modern: Illustrations and Descriptions of the World's Most Notable Examples of Cemetery Memorials

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  • A Guide to the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in the City of New York by Hall, Edward Hagaman
    Edward Hagaman Hall

    A Guide to the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in the City of New York

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  • Ideal Homes in Garden Communities by Garden City Company of California, Lo
    Lo Garden City Company of California

    Ideal Homes in Garden Communities

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  • History of the Castle, Priory, and Town of Tutbury, in the County of Stafford by Mosley, Oswald
    Oswald Mosley

    History of the Castle, Priory, and Town of Tutbury, in the County of Stafford

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  • Analysis of Classic Arches: Three Hinged, Two Hinged, and Hingeless, of Steel, Masonry, and Reinforc by Balet, Joseph W.
    Joseph W. Balet

    Analysis of Classic Arches: Three Hinged, Two Hinged, and Hingeless, of Steel, Masonry, and Reinforc

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  • Spanish Ironwork by Byne, Arthur
    Arthur Byne

    Spanish Ironwork

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  • A Report on the Temples of Philae by Lyons, H. G.
    H. G. Lyons

    A Report on the Temples of Philae

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  • Chimney Design and Theory: A Book for Engineers and Architects by Christie, William Wallace
    William Wallace Christie

    Chimney Design and Theory: A Book for Engineers and Architects

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  • Designs for Cottages, Cottage Farms, and Other Rural Buildings, Including Entrance Gates and Lodges by Gandy, Joseph Michael 1771-1843
    Joseph Michael 1771-1843 Gandy

    Designs for Cottages, Cottage Farms, and Other Rural Buildings, Including Entrance Gates and Lodges

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  • A Text-Book of the History of Architecture by Hamlin, Alfred Dwight Foster
    Alfred Dwight Foster Hamlin

    A Text-Book of the History of Architecture

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  • The Principles of Architecture by Nicholson, Peter
    Peter Nicholson

    The Principles of Architecture

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  • The Landscape Gardening and Landscape Architecture of ... Humphry Repton by Repton, Humphry
    Humphry Repton

    The Landscape Gardening and Landscape Architecture of ... Humphry Repton

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  • Antiquities of the Mesa Verde National Park, Cliff Palace by Fewkes, Jesse Walter
    Jesse Walter Fewkes

    Antiquities of the Mesa Verde National Park, Cliff Palace

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  • The Doncaster Regional Planning Scheme by Abercrombie, Patrick
    Patrick Abercrombie

    The Doncaster Regional Planning Scheme

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  • Bridge and Structural Design by Thomson, William Chase
    William Chase Thomson

    Bridge and Structural Design

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  • Sewerage and Sewage Treatment by Babbitt, Harold E.
    Harold E. Babbitt

    Sewerage and Sewage Treatment

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  • History of the Manor and Ancient Barony of Castle Combe, in the County of Wilts: Chiefly Compiled From Original Mss. and Chartularies at Castle Combe. by Scrope, George Poulett
    George Poulett Scrope

    History of the Manor and Ancient Barony of Castle Combe, in the County of Wilts: Chiefly Compiled From Original Mss. and Chartularies at Castle Combe.

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  • Suspension Bridges, Arch Ribs and Cantilevers by Burr, William Hubert
    William Hubert Burr

    Suspension Bridges, Arch Ribs and Cantilevers

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  • The Literary Works of Leonardo da Vinci; Volume 2 by Richter, Jean Paul
    Jean Paul Richter

    The Literary Works of Leonardo da Vinci; Volume 2

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  • Old Colonial Houses Of The Cape Of Good Hope by Baker, Herbert
    Herbert Baker

    Old Colonial Houses Of The Cape Of Good Hope

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  • The History Of Prison Architecture by Thomas, John Rochester
    John Rochester Thomas

    The History Of Prison Architecture

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  • Some Of The Old Halls And Manor-houses In The County Of Norfolk by Willins, Edward Preston
    Edward Preston Willins

    Some Of The Old Halls And Manor-houses In The County Of Norfolk

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  • Principles and Practice of Harbour Construction by Shield, William
    William Shield

    Principles and Practice of Harbour Construction

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  • Gothic Ornaments: Selected From Various Ancient Buildings in England and France Exhibiting Numerous Specimens of Every Description of De by Pugin, Augustus
    Augustus Pugin

    Gothic Ornaments: Selected From Various Ancient Buildings in England and France Exhibiting Numerous Specimens of Every Description of De

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  • The Architect's and Builder's Pocket-Book by Kidder, Frank Eugene
    Frank Eugene Kidder

    The Architect's and Builder's Pocket-Book

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  • The Law of City Planning and Zoning by Anonymous
    Anonymous

    The Law of City Planning and Zoning

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  • The Dominican Church Of Santa Maria Novella At Florence: A Historical, Architectural, And Artistic Study by Brown, James Wood
    James Wood Brown

    The Dominican Church Of Santa Maria Novella At Florence: A Historical, Architectural, And Artistic Study

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  • Concrete-Steel Construction by Eddy, Henry Turner
    Henry Turner Eddy

    Concrete-Steel Construction

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  • Old English Country Cottages by Holme, Charles
    Charles Holme

    Old English Country Cottages

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  • The Law of Building, Engineering, and Ship Building Contracts: And of the Duties and Liabilities of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors, and Valuers: Wit by Hudson, Alfred Arthur
    Alfred Arthur Hudson

    The Law of Building, Engineering, and Ship Building Contracts: And of the Duties and Liabilities of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors, and Valuers: Wit

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  • Opera Del Caval. Francesco Boromino by Borromini, Francesco 1599-1667
    Francesco 1599-1667 Borromini

    Opera Del Caval. Francesco Boromino

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  • Villas of Florence and Tuscany by Eberlein, Harold Donaldson
    Harold Donaldson Eberlein

    Villas of Florence and Tuscany

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  • Text-Book on the Steam Engine by Goodeve, Thomas Minchin
    Thomas Minchin Goodeve

    Text-Book on the Steam Engine

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  • Beautiful Homes Of Morris County And Northern New Jersey: containing Photographic Reproductions ... With A Brief Description From Colonial Days To The by E, Surdam Charles
    Surdam Charles E

    Beautiful Homes Of Morris County And Northern New Jersey: containing Photographic Reproductions ... With A Brief Description From Colonial Days To The

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  • Houses and Gardens, by M. H. Baillie Scott by Scott, MacKay Hugh Baillie
    MacKay Hugh Baillie Scott

    Houses and Gardens, by M. H. Baillie Scott

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  • Architecture and Climate Change (Vol.2): 20 Interviews on the Future of Building by Hofmeister, Sandra
    Sandra Hofmeister

    Architecture and Climate Change (Vol.2): 20 Interviews on the Future of Building

    Architecture and construction are at a turning point. The global rise in temperature can only be reduced if construction undergoes radical change. The second volume of the book 'Architecture and Climate Change' once again gives 20 architects and urbanists a chance to have their...
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  • Art Decoration Applied To Furniture (1878) by Spofford, Harriet Prescott
    Harriet Prescott Spofford

    Art Decoration Applied To Furniture (1878)

    ""Art Decoration Applied to Furniture"" is a comprehensive guide to the principles of decorative art as applied to furniture design and ornamentation. Written by Harriet Prescott Spofford and originally published in 1878, this book provides a detailed exploration of the various styles, materials, and...
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  • The Story Of Architecture; An Outline Of The Styles In All Countries (1896) by Mathews, Charles Thompson
    Charles Thompson Mathews

    The Story Of Architecture; An Outline Of The Styles In All Countries (1896)

    ""The Story of Architecture"" is a comprehensive guide to the history and styles of architecture in all countries, written by Charles Thompson Mathews and originally published in 1896. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the evolution of architectural styles from ancient times to...
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  • Rural Churches, Their Histories, Architecture, And Antiquities by Corner, Sidney
    Sidney Corner

    Rural Churches, Their Histories, Architecture, And Antiquities

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  • Gothic Ornaments by Colling, James Kellaway
    James Kellaway Colling

    Gothic Ornaments

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  • Symmetrical Masonry Arches: Including Natural Stone, Plain Concrete, and Reinforced Concrete Arches; for the Use of Technical Schools, Engineers, by Howe, Malverd Abijah
    Malverd Abijah Howe

    Symmetrical Masonry Arches: Including Natural Stone, Plain Concrete, and Reinforced Concrete Arches; for the Use of Technical Schools, Engineers,

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  • The Parks, Gardens, Etc., of London and Its Suburbs, Described and Illustrated, for the Guidance of Strangers by Kemp, Edward
    Edward Kemp

    The Parks, Gardens, Etc., of London and Its Suburbs, Described and Illustrated, for the Guidance of Strangers

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  • The Open Fire-Place in All Ages by Putnam, John Pickering
    John Pickering Putnam

    The Open Fire-Place in All Ages

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  • Architectural Composition: An Attempt To Order And Phrase Ideas Which Hitherto Have Been Only Felt By The Instinctive Taste Of Designers by Robinson, John Beverley
    John Beverley Robinson

    Architectural Composition: An Attempt To Order And Phrase Ideas Which Hitherto Have Been Only Felt By The Instinctive Taste Of Designers

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  • Churches of Cambridgeshire and the Isle of Ely: Cambr. Camden Soc by Anonymous
    Anonymous

    Churches of Cambridgeshire and the Isle of Ely: Cambr. Camden Soc

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  • Rural Architecture: Consisting of Classic Dwellings, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian And Gothic, And Details Connected With Each of the Orders; E by Shaw, Edward
    Edward Shaw

    Rural Architecture: Consisting of Classic Dwellings, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian And Gothic, And Details Connected With Each of the Orders; E

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  • The Improvement of Boulder, Colorado; Report to the City Improvement Association by Olmsted, Frederick Law
    Frederick Law Olmsted

    The Improvement of Boulder, Colorado; Report to the City Improvement Association

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  • Homes of the Massachusetts Ancestors of Major General Joseph Hooker by Gragg, Isaac Paul
    Isaac Paul Gragg

    Homes of the Massachusetts Ancestors of Major General Joseph Hooker

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  • Historical Memorials of Westminster Abbey; Volume 1 by Stanley, Arthur Penrhyn
    Arthur Penrhyn Stanley

    Historical Memorials of Westminster Abbey; Volume 1

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Architecture Books

Architecture books are collections of literature dedicated to the study, exploration, and appreciation of architecture. Architecture books provide an extensive and comprehensive understanding of architectural concepts and principles. They delve into the evolution of architectural styles, from ancient civilizations to contemporary architecture, highlighting key contributions and milestones in the field. These books often include detailed analyses of famous architectural works, offering insights into their design philosophies, structural systems, and spatial organization.

Furthermore, architecture books explore various theoretical approaches and design methodologies, helping readers expand their creative thinking and problem-solving skills. They discuss influential architectural theories, such as functionalism, postmodernism, deconstructivism, and sustainable design principles, providing a well-rounded understanding of the different philosophies that shape the built environment. In addition to theoretical aspects, architecture books also focus on practical aspects of architecture. They provide information on construction techniques, building materials, and sustainable building practices, equipping readers with the knowledge required to execute architectural projects effectively. These books often include architectural drawings, plans, and photographs, enabling readers to visually understand and interpret different architectural concepts.

Many architecture books also showcase the works of renowned architects and firms, offering insights into their design process, creative inspirations, and innovative approaches. These publications often feature beautiful illustrations, photographs, and architectural renderings, allowing readers to appreciate the aesthetic qualities of buildings and spaces.

Popular Architecture Books

The world of architecture is a captivating realm that combines creativity, functionality, and artistry all in one discipline. Aspiring architects and enthusiasts alike have long turned to books to delve into the intricacies of architectural design, history, and theory. In the vast collection of architecture books, a few have emerged as true classics and popular must-reads among professionals and amateurs alike.

Highly popular and indispensable reference for architects is "Architectural Graphics" by Francis D.K. Ching. Known for his clear, concise, and visually appealing illustrations, Ching covers the essential principles of architectural representation, providing a comprehensive guide to drafting, sketching, and rendering techniques. This book is a treasure trove of practical knowledge for architects, helping them communicate their ideas effectively through drawings and diagrams.

For those seeking inspiration in architectural design, "The Autopoiesis of Architecture: A New Framework for Architecture" by Patrik Schumacher is a must-read. Schumacher challenges traditional architectural theories and proposes a new framework that embraces parametric design, digital technologies, and emergent systems. 

When it comes to exploring architectural history, "The Ten Books on Architecture" by Vitruvius is a timeless gem. Dating back to the first century B.C., this treatise outlines the fundamental principles of architecture, covering everything from materials and construction techniques to the design of temples, theaters, and aqueducts. Vitruvius' writings offer fascinating insights into the architectural practices of ancient Rome and continue to be studied and cherished by architects around the world.

These popular books in the architecture collection provide invaluable knowledge, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of the world of architecture. Whether you are an aspiring architect, a seasoned professional, or simply intrigued by the art of buildings, these books offer a treasure trove of wisdom and a path to discovering the captivating world of architecture. 

The architecture book collection at White Rain Book House is carefully curated to offer a comprehensive array of topics related to the field. From textbooks and reference materials to coffee table books featuring stunning architectural marvels, customers can find something suiting their interests and needs.

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