100 Ideas That Changed Architecture

This inspiring book describes the most influential ideas that have shaped architecture. Written in an engaging style by an architecture expert, it offers a concise history of the subject and a fascinating resource for the general reader to explore. Starting with the fundamental elements of doors, windows, columns, and beams, and classical orders, it covers historical movements such as painting and Beaux-Arts, innovative materials like steel and reinforced concrete, technical innovations such as elevators and electric lighting, and modern developments like universal design and deconstruction. Organized in a rough chronological order, the ideas are presented through informative texts and captivating visuals that examine when each idea emerged and what impact it has had to this day.