Discovering Architecture - (Discovering Big Ideas) by Milá I Bardí (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Who built the first houses? What is the difference between an arch and an architrave? How does a dome stay up? Who invented concrete? Can you build a house from paper?

If you want to know more about the buildings around you, this entertaining illustrated guide is a perfect introduction to architecture around the world. From the mud huts of ancient history to the towering edifices of today, you can explore iconic buildings and find out more about the people who created them. You will also discover the development of different building materials, from mud and straw to paper, steel, and reinforced concrete.

Contents include:

• The Pyramids
• Structures
• Iconic Buildings
• Future Architecture
• Rome and the Birth of Town Planning
• When Architecture Meets Other Arts

And much more...!

Review Quotes

"A colorful, informative...crash course int he world of architecture for young readers. This well-illustrated work of nonfiction does a solid job of providing basic architectural knowledge for young readers."--Kirkus

"From the blueprint endpapers, to the eight iconic dome, to the important of World's Fairs, this survey of architecture is flawless. Though 'world' architecture is a sizeable subject (from the pyramids to Mars), the text here is elegantly simplified and visually equalled by clean and engaging illustrations, diagrams and graphics."--Inis Children's Book Guide

"A considered and engaging introduction to architecture. From igloos to bridges and awe-inspiring towers to humble homes #DiscoveringArchitecture has it all. With fascinating facts and captivating illustration, this is the perfect book for budding architects and inquisitive minds."--@bookgiftblogger

"This book is packed full of so many fascinating facts about architecture and architects. With quirky illustrations of buildings you will already know as well as humble homes and houses this book has a building for everyone...This is brilliant for construction enthusiasts, artistic designers and aspiring architects!"--@bookbairn

"[It] packs a wealth of absorbing information into the uncluttered spreads... finely designed and illustrated."--Red Reading Hub

"An excellent reference book for libraries, this interesting illustrated book shows famous buildings like the classical Greek architecture, the Pantheon with its arches, domes, and geometry, Japanese houses, and more as well as famous architects like Antoni Gaudi and Le Corbusier."--Imagination Soup

"This highly visual guide, which is packed with enlightening drawings and diagrams, is a perfect introduction to architecture around the world and will be as interesting to adults as it is to children. The mass of information is clearly presented and the diagrams are well labelled and very informative."--Parents in Touch

"I absolutely love these educational books published by Button Books, from the bold bright covers to the detailed drawings and easy to understand and follow text. Aimed at children aged eight and over, these are some seriously fun and educational books to have in your library."--Rachael Jess

"This book is packed full of so many fascinating facts about architecture and architects. With quirky illustrations of buildings...I particularly like the way it considers the role of architect and not just the building itself. A new angle that I haven't read about before. This is brilliant for construction enthusiasts, artistic designers and aspiring architects!"--Book Bairn

"A considered and engaging introduction to architecture. From igloos to bridges and awe-inspiring towers to humble homes #DiscoveringArchitecture has it all. With fascinating facts and captivating illustration, this is the perfect book for budding architects and inquisitive minds."--@picturebooksblogger

"We love this book! Brilliantly illustrated and crammed with interesting facts, this is what you need if you want an introduction to architecture around the world and across history. Brilliant for inquiring young minds!"--Pocket Full of Books

"Another that we have been enjoying from Button Books is the brilliant Discovering Architecture...[it] talks about some well-known buildings but also about the fundamentals of architecture."--Let Them Be Small

"These books reinforce the idea that children are never too young to start learning and exploring bigger, more complicated and complex ideas and concepts. They are super child-friendly but also extremely helpful for adults too! They are bright and vivid. Eye catching and engaging from the first pages and with so much to read and see, there is always the possibility of more to be learned, questions to be asked and a wealth of knowledge to be taken on board."--Mama Mummy Mum

"This book is perfect to educate children about local buildings as well as buildings around the world and spark their interest in Architecture. This hardback book has been expertly written for a young audience... a fantastic introduction..."--The World is Their Classroom

"The book is full of information and ideas to make children think about what they can see around them...a great addition to our bookshelf..."--Over 40 and Mum to One

"The perfect introduction as the buildings from way back are so amazing and still influence so much in today's world."--O Family Learning Together

About the Author

Eduard Altarriba is a graphic designer and illustrator. He runs Alababalà, a studio producing games, exhibitions, animation, apps and practical and fun workbooks for children. He has illustrated a number of books published by GMC Publications including, Discovering Architecture, Discovering Energy, My First Book of Electromagnetism, My First Book of Microbes, My First Book of Quantum Physics, My First Book of Relativity, My First Book of the Cosmos, What is War?, Migrants, Politics and Economics. Eduard lives in Barcelona, Spain.