2012 Puddly Awards
 
 
Follow us on TwitterFollow us on FacebookFollow us on TumblrSubscribe to RSS


Recently Viewed clear list


Powell's Q&A, Kids' Q&A | February 2, 2012

Emily Winfield Martin: IMG Kids' Q&A: Emily Winfield Martin



Describe your new book. Oddfellow's Orphanage is a series of stories/vignettes that tell the tale of the newest arrival to a curious orphanage, a... Continue »
  1. $10.49 Sale Hardcover add to wish list

    Oddfellow's Orphanage

    Emily Winfield Martin 9780375869952

spacer
Free Shipping!

Ships free on qualified orders.
$45.00
Used Hardcover
Ships in 1 to 3 days
Add to Wishlist
Qty Store Section
1 Burnside Architecture- Theory

More copies of this ISBN

A Pattern Language: Towns, Buildings, Construction

by Christopher Alexander and Sara Ishikawa and Murray Silverstein

A Pattern Language: Towns, Buildings, Construction Cover

ISBN13: 9780195019193
ISBN10: 0195019199
Condition: Standard
Dustjacket: Standard
All Product Details

Only 1 left in stock at $45.00!

 

Staff Pick

Although I am not an architect, I keep this book on my bedside table at all times, so that I can pick it up and read about how the world should be, according to Christopher Alexander. The world is made of "patterns" that work organically. These patterns exist everywhere: in towns, buildings, pubs, offices, schools, houses, traffic patterns, gardens, living rooms — and even computer languages. Mr. Alexander writes about how to live a happier life. I want to marry him. Or, at the very least, live in his sun-filled, cozy house.
Recommended by Carole R., Powells.com

Synopses & Reviews

What Our Readers Are Saying

Add a comment for a chance to win!
Average customer rating based on 3 comments:

michael shanser, September 20, 2011 (view all comments by michael shanser)
This book offers a unique approach to architecture and the effect that it has one your habits. I would highly recommend this book to anti wu teetered in designing their own home or just curious about why certain areas lead to feeling more productive.
Was this comment helpful? | Yes | No
michael shanser, September 20, 2011 (view all comments by michael shanser)
This book offers a unique approach to architecture and the effect that it has one your habits. I would highly recommend this book to anti wu teetered in designing their own home or just curious about why certain areas lead to feeling more productive.
Was this comment helpful? | Yes | No
Kathy Fraser, February 26, 2007 (view all comments by Kathy Fraser)
This is the BIBLE of conscientious design; an invaluable reference for architects, whether city planners or builders of garden sheds. The authors combine classic aesthetic themes from around the world with functional common sense and viable building materials to organize abundant points for consideration when designing spaces for human use. It is beautiful enough to read even if you are not currently planning any construction: inspiring, accessible and timeless.
Was this comment helpful? | Yes | No
(19 of 31 readers found this comment helpful)
View all 3 comments

Product Details

ISBN:
9780195019193
Author:
Christopher Alexander and Sara Ishikawa and Murray Silverstein
Publisher:
Oxford University Press, USA
Author:
Alexander, Christopher
Author:
Null, Christopher
Location:
New York :
Subject:
Planning
Subject:
Art
Subject:
Criticism
Subject:
Design & Drafting
Subject:
Semiotics
Subject:
Symbolism in architecture
Subject:
Architecture | Theory
Subject:
Criticism; Aesthetics
Subject:
Art and Architecture | Theory and Criticism; Aesthetics
Subject:
Art & Architecture | Theory & Criticism; Aesthetics
Subject:
Architecture-Urban Planning
Copyright:
Edition Number:
3
Publication Date:
19770831
Binding:
HARDCOVER
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Plates
Pages:
1216
Dimensions:
7.9 x 5.7 x 2 in 2.256 lb

Other books you might like

  1. $65.00 New Hardcover add to wish list

    A Timeless Way of Building

    Christopher Alexander 9780195024029
  2. $40.00 Used Hardcover add to wish list

    The Oregon Experiment

    Christopher Alexander 9780195018240
  3. $50.95 New Trade Paper add to wish list

    Traditional Construction Patterns

    Stephen A. Mouzon 9780071416320
  4. $22.00 New Trade Paper add to wish list

    The Works: Anatomy of a City

    Kate Ascher 9780143112709
  5. $10.50 Used Trade Paper add to wish list
  6. $25.50 New Trade Paper add to wish list

Related Aisles

A Pattern Language: Towns, Buildings, Construction Used Hardcover
0 stars - 0 reviews
$45.00 In Stock
Product details 1216 pages Oxford University Press - English 9780195019193 Reviews:
"Staff Pick" by ,

Although I am not an architect, I keep this book on my bedside table at all times, so that I can pick it up and read about how the world should be, according to Christopher Alexander. The world is made of "patterns" that work organically. These patterns exist everywhere: in towns, buildings, pubs, offices, schools, houses, traffic patterns, gardens, living rooms — and even computer languages. Mr. Alexander writes about how to live a happier life. I want to marry him. Or, at the very least, live in his sun-filled, cozy house.

spacer
spacer
  • back to top
Follow us on...


Powell's City of Books is an independent bookstore in Portland, Oregon, that fills a whole city block with more than a million new, used, and out of print books. Shop those shelves — plus literally millions more books, DVDs, and eBooks — here at Powells.com.