Geometry of design : studies in proportion and composition

Using detailed diagrams and vellum overlays, explains how the science of measurement informs and creates beauty in nature and art and how we can use these techniques to create beauty in our own designs

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Elam, Kimberly , 1951- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Princeton Architectural Press , c2011
Edition:2nd ed, rev and updated
Series:Design briefs
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505 0 |a 1. Proportion in man and nature -- 2. Architectural proportions -- 3. Golden section -- 4. Root rectangles -- 5. The process of geometric analysis -- 6. Geometric analysis 
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650 0 |a Composition (Art) 
650 0 |a Design   |x History   |y 20th century 
650 0 |a Golden section 
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