Form and Structure in Interior Architecture examines the basic ideas that underpin the design of interior space: From the establishment of a relationship between the existing building and the new components that inhabit it, to the design and positioning of significant elements within the space itself.
Through a series of groundbreaking case studies from around the world, this book proposes a method of analysis, understanding and exploitation of the existing building. Studies of contemporary work engage and stimulate, while clear diagrams and explanations allow students to understand and relate to the works in the context of architecture and interiors as a wider field.
The second edition includes a new chapter on sustainable interior architecture. This brings the book up to date by covering current thinking about the importance of sustainability in architectural design.
1 The Design Process
Introduction
Definitions and Descriptions
Reuse and Redesign: Case Study
2 The Existing Building
Introduction
Reading the Interior
Basic Structural Systems
Context and Environment: Case Study
History: Case Study
Form and Structure: Case Study
3 Sustainable Interior Architecture
Introduction
Sustainable Design: Case Study
Sustainable Use: Case Study
4 Methods of Organising Space
Introduction
Closed Room: Case Study
Free Plan: Case Study
5 Responsive Interiors
Introduction
Intervened: Case Study
Inserted: Case Study
Installed: Case Study
6 Autonomous Interiors
Introduction
Disguised: Case Study
Assembled: Case Study
Combined: Case Study
7 Elements for Organising Space
Introduction
Object: Case Study
Plane: Case Study
Sequence: Case Study
Light: Case Study
Threshold: Case Study
Texture: Case Study
Glossary
Index
