Specimen Book of One Hundred Architectural Designs (1879) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168952073)

The Specimen Book of One Hundred Architectural Designs is a book published in 1879 by Amos Jackson Bicknell. The book contains a collection of 100 architectural designs that were created by Bicknell himself. These designs include plans for houses, public buildings, and other structures that were popular during the late 19th century.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular type of building or structure. For example, there is a section on churches, one on schools, and another on houses. Each section includes detailed drawings and plans for the buildings, as well as descriptions of the materials and techniques used in their construction.In addition to the architectural designs themselves, the book also includes a wealth of information on the history and theory of architecture. Bicknell provides detailed explanations of the various styles and forms of architecture, as well as discussions of the principles of design and construction.Overall, the Specimen Book of One Hundred Architectural Designs is a valuable resource for architects, builders, and anyone interested in the history and theory of architecture. Its detailed drawings and plans, combined with Bicknell's insightful commentary, make it a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the art and science of building design.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Amos Jackson Bicknell
ISBN-10: 1168952077
ISBN-13: 9781168952073
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 84
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d