Architectural Design, by Ernest Pickering … Drawings by the Author, Foreword by Rexford Newcomb [Hardcover] Ernest (1893-) Pickering

Description

1948 2nd edition. No dust jacket. Hardcover has some wear and fading. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This 1948 second edition of “Architectural Design” by Ernest Pickering offers a comprehensive exploration of architectural principles and techniques through the lens of a prolific British architect and educator. Pickering’s extensive career spanned from the early 20th century to the post-World War II era, and his work reflects the transition from traditional architectural styles to modernist design principles.

The book features Pickering’s own drawings and illustrations, providing a unique glimpse into the mind of an architect who played a significant role in shaping the built environment of his time. The foreword by Rexford Newcomb, a prominent American architect and academic, adds further context and appreciation for Pickering’s contributions to the field.

Collectors and readers alike will appreciate the historical significance of this volume, which captures the evolution of architectural thought and practice during a period of immense social and technological change. Despite its age and lack of a dust jacket, the book’s clean pages and secure binding make it a valuable addition to any library focused on architectural history and design.