Book description
The practical, comprehensive handbook for creating effective
architectural drawings
In one beautifully illustrated volume, The Professional Practice
of Architectural Working Drawings, Fourth Edition presents the
complete range of skills, concepts, principles, and applications that
are needed to create a full set of architectural working drawings.
Chapters proceed logically through each stage of development,
beginning with site and floor plans and progressing to building
sections, elevations, and additional drawings.
Inside, you'll find:
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Coverage of the latest BIM technologies
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Environmental and human design considerations
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Supplemental step-by-step instructions for complex chapters
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Five case studies, including two that are new to this edition
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Hundreds of computer-generated drawings and photographs,
including BIM models, three-dimensional models, and full-size
buildings shown in virtual space
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Checklists similar to those used in architectural offices
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Tips and strategies for complete development of construction
documents, from schematic design to construction administration
With an emphasis on sustainability throughout, this new edition of
The Professional Practice of Architectural Working Drawings
is an invaluable book for students in architecture, construction,
engineering, interior design, and environmental design programs, as
well as professionals in these fields.
Osamu A. Wakita, Hon. AIA, is a retired professor
of architecture and former department chair of architecture at Los
Angeles Harbor College. He has been involved in architectural
education since 1958. He is a recipient of the California Council of
the American Institute of Architects' prestigious Outstanding
Architectural Educators Award and is listed in the Council's General
Reference as one of the leading authorities in perspective drawing.
Nagy R. Bakhoum is a licensed architect and principal of
Obelisk Architects, Inc., in Torrance, California. He has provided
architectural services internationally and throughout the state in
which he is licensed to practice. He is an authority on high-end
residential housing and commercial projects. He has been involved in
architectural education since 1996, and is also a Professor of
Architecture in the Los Angeles Community College District system.
The late Richard M. Linde, AIA, was a licensed architect and
President of the American Institute of Architects.
