S & A Blanc
Architectural Press | 0750648465 | 2001 | PDF | 232 pages | 17 Mb
DESCRIPTION
This is an abridged version of the late architect Alan Blanc's book Stairs, Steps, and Ramps which was first published in 1996. It provides the only reference source we are aware which attempts to bridge the aesthetic and practical aspects of staircase design, extensively illustrated with working drawings and photographs. Construction methods using a variety of materials are discussed, as well as the influence of new technology on vertical circulation. Although British in origin, coverage is provided for North American codes and regulations. Includes an historical review and international case studies. A truly unusual new book.
LIST OF CONTENT
1. Introduction
2. Civic and public stairs
3. Commercial stairs
4. Domestic stairs
5. External Stairs
6. Detailed Construction: Timber
7. Detailded Construction: Iron, Steel and other metal
8. Concrete Stairs
9. Stonework and composite construction
10. Design codes and procedures
11. Elevators and mechanical circulation
12. International case studies
13. Case studies in the UK
EDITORIAL REVIEW
'A fascinating book - not putting the book down is the best way to treat it.' -- The Architectural Review
'A worthwhile design aid. The structure is less systematic than pragmatic... an excellent work.' -- Detail
'Alan Blanc, without methodological nervousness, plunges in. The book is well served by numerous clear diagrams and plans... filled with practical realism and down-to-earth detail... a marvellous primer for every student.' -- Journal
Reviews of the 1st edition:
'Alan Blanc, without methodological nervousness, plunges in. The book is well served by numerous clear diagrams and plans... filled with practical realism and down-to-earth detail... a marvellous primer for every student.'
The Architects' Journal
'A worthwhile design aid. The structure is less systematic than pragmatic... an excellent work.'
Detail
'A fascinating book - not putting the book down is the best way to treat it.'
The Architectural Review -- Review
Review
Reviews of the 1st edition:
'Alan Blanc, without methodological nervousness, plunges in. The book is well served by numerous clear diagrams and plans... filled with practical realism and down-to-earth detail... a marvellous primer for every student.'
The Architects' Journal
'A worthwhile design aid. The structure is less systematic than pragmatic... an excellent work.'
Detail
'A fascinating book - not putting the book down is the best way to treat it.'
The Architectural Review
Architectural Press | 0750648465 | 2001 | PDF | 232 pages | 17 Mb
DESCRIPTION
This is an abridged version of the late architect Alan Blanc's book Stairs, Steps, and Ramps which was first published in 1996. It provides the only reference source we are aware which attempts to bridge the aesthetic and practical aspects of staircase design, extensively illustrated with working drawings and photographs. Construction methods using a variety of materials are discussed, as well as the influence of new technology on vertical circulation. Although British in origin, coverage is provided for North American codes and regulations. Includes an historical review and international case studies. A truly unusual new book.
LIST OF CONTENT
1. Introduction
2. Civic and public stairs
3. Commercial stairs
4. Domestic stairs
5. External Stairs
6. Detailed Construction: Timber
7. Detailded Construction: Iron, Steel and other metal
8. Concrete Stairs
9. Stonework and composite construction
10. Design codes and procedures
11. Elevators and mechanical circulation
12. International case studies
13. Case studies in the UK
EDITORIAL REVIEW
'A fascinating book - not putting the book down is the best way to treat it.' -- The Architectural Review
'A worthwhile design aid. The structure is less systematic than pragmatic... an excellent work.' -- Detail
'Alan Blanc, without methodological nervousness, plunges in. The book is well served by numerous clear diagrams and plans... filled with practical realism and down-to-earth detail... a marvellous primer for every student.' -- Journal
Reviews of the 1st edition:
'Alan Blanc, without methodological nervousness, plunges in. The book is well served by numerous clear diagrams and plans... filled with practical realism and down-to-earth detail... a marvellous primer for every student.'
The Architects' Journal
'A worthwhile design aid. The structure is less systematic than pragmatic... an excellent work.'
Detail
'A fascinating book - not putting the book down is the best way to treat it.'
The Architectural Review -- Review
Review
Reviews of the 1st edition:
'Alan Blanc, without methodological nervousness, plunges in. The book is well served by numerous clear diagrams and plans... filled with practical realism and down-to-earth detail... a marvellous primer for every student.'
The Architects' Journal
'A worthwhile design aid. The structure is less systematic than pragmatic... an excellent work.'
Detail
'A fascinating book - not putting the book down is the best way to treat it.'
The Architectural Review
