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Architectural Drawing: A Visual Compendium of Types and Methods (2nd edition)

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I found this book to be incredably helpful for its in depth look at presentation styles and presentation drawings. There is also a huge section on orthographic and perspective drawings, how to see them and construct them.

This is one of the best recent books on architectural graphics. Rendow Yee's book is replete with illustrations from successfull architects as well as students which turned out to be an excellent way of presenting design work of various levels and generations. I would recommend this book as a reference for both professionals and students.

An excellent process driven guide to architectural graphic presentation; supported by great examples from students as well as practicing professionals. I use this book constantly as a reference on all projects.

I come from a background where architectural drawing seemed unobtainable. When I started graduate school, I was apprehensive about my ability as an architect because I had always thought that I could not draw. With the help of this book (earlier edition) and my professor, I walked through the door, into the center of the beast. It was as if a light had been turned on in a dark corridor, and I could finally see myself and my potential. I have repeatedly gone back to this as a source to help broaden my potential and ability to realize my ideas on paper. It continues to be useful for any level of reader trying to improve their ability to draw. A must have for any architect!

Easy to understand, thorough examination of a range of methods used for architectural drawings. Clear, concise descriptions as well as clear graphics depicting methods and processes. Extremely detailed reading while avoiding the mash-up of other technical manuals.

This book is fantastic. I use it as my architectual Bible. It is not only good for educating Architects, drafters, and artists, but it is also a great book to use as a reference.

Wow, a graphics book that actually explains how to construct things, and has coherent explanations. Such a refreshing change after suffering through the awful graphics books that dominate this market. Two thumbs up!

People say design cannot be taught. However, drawing tools and drawing types & techniques can be learned. In fact, they are essential for designers to understand and apply them so that they can visually communicate their ideas effectively. This book includes introduction to drawing tools and comprehensive drawing methods & techniques, like sketching, shadowing, perspective drawing, and rendering, etc.. I think students and beginners will find this book extremely helpful in transforming their design thoughts into visual drawing formats. As a young architectural professional and intern, I find the abundant and creative presentation formats and rich graphics in this book being good references for projects. I also gain insight into the differences and diversity of the book's architectural illustrations from students, professors, and architectural professionals from around the world. In addition, with globally renowned architects' drawings as examples, this book is also an incredible source of inspiration to architects of all levels.