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Journal of Interior Design

"Frank Ching's technical dexterity has now reached legendary artistic levels... This reference book is a treasure to be valued for the wealth of information it provides. As you read, each page becomes more and more enlightening."

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"Ching's clear definitions and over 3,000 accompanying line drawings make this book a valuable, graphically striking resource."

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fundamental, Aug 2 2001

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As with most of Francis D.K. Ching's publications, this is a fundamental resource to the student of architecture, as well as the practicing professional. The practice of architecture is intrinscially tied to the ability of the Architect to communicate complex ideas to a myriad of persons. To be succesful at this communication, one needs to be conversant in both the written/spoken language of architecture as well as the illustrative language of drawing. The Visual Dictionary exemplifies this concept. Organized around 68 essential concepts of design and construction - concisely written and beautifully illustrated - Francis Ching brings forth clarity in communication rarely experienced in the world of design and construction. I use this book in teaching, in practice, in reference, and in simple enjoyment. Again, a fundamental resource for the reference shelf - although it rarely sits on the shelf.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wowzers, Try and absorb this, Feb 25 2006

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The amount of information in here is incredible this will take me years to absorb not that I am complaining

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Thanks Francis

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5.0 out of 5 stars Tidbits Galore, Dec 13 2002

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If your a hobbyist architect like me you will find hundreds of tidbits of info on all aspects of building construction, and architecture in this book, all illustrated in superb pencil drawings.

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5.0 out of 5 stars puts all the elements in your hand
a comprehensive collection of elements and discriptions for whatever peice of idea that has been thought of, a must have for those who really want to understand the details of the... Read more

Published on Nov 2 2001 by Kaes Ali

5.0 out of 5 stars The utmost thought-provoking and excellent graphics therin
I find Ching to be an artful genius. The sketches ideas and text in this book all conform in such a way to inspire and train the eye. Read more

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