Building - Philip Wilkinson

There has always been an incredible diversity of domestic buildings around the world
from simple branch and animal skin lean-tos to log cabins
Roman villas
and skyscrapers. This superb collection of photographs brings their variety and construction
vividly to life.Starting with different building materials the book looks at how buildings are put together
and the problems faced by stonemasons
carpenters
bricklayers
and other craftspeople in their daily work. Learn how a medieval half-timbered house was erected
how thatch is put on a roof
and how glorious patterns and colours are achieved in mosaics
tiles
and glass. Discover the different styles of domestic building around the world
with houses shown in detail inside and out.Packed with fascinating facts
Building is a unique and compelling introduction to the homes we live in.