Architectural Library

I like to say that Architecture is a "reference profession".  First, there is no way that any person can have the minutia and details of a respective building code committed to memory.  Second, there are countless material and design considerations that require specialized installation details or fixtures.  Third, sometimes I need inspiration!  So, I have established my own architectural library.

Our conference room here at KSAI has always needed something...too many blank walls...and my bibliophile nature inspires me to dream of bookshelves most anywhere.  Besides that, I have had my core reference materials piled in boxes for too long and I was tired of rummaging around for "that book that I know I have around here somewhere."  $200 later, and with the help of my little brother, I now have the start of my library - conveniently located so that it is easily accessible and is starting to look pretty good too!

Core References: Architectural Graphic Standards (AIA); Architect's Studio Companion (Allen, Iano); Building Construction Illustrated (Ching); Heating, Cooling, and Lighting (Lechner)

Favorite References: The Architectural Drawings of Benjamin Henry Latrobe Parts 1 and 2 (Cohen, Brownell); The Monograph of Mellor, Meigs & Howe (Reprint 1991, Original by Wenzel & Krakow); The Works of David Macaulay