Best Architecture Reference Books
Archtoolbox's list of the best architecture reference books.
Architectural References
Reviews of the books that architects rely on, from Architectural Graphic Standards to The Death and Life of Great American Cities. Also includes online archives of famous architects.
Review: Architectural Graphic Standards
A review of Architectural Graphic Standards, 12th Edition by the American Institute of Architects.
Review: The Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice
A review of The Architect's Handbook of Professional Practice by The American Institute of Architects.
Review: Neufert Architects’ Data
Review of Neufert Architects' Data by Ernst Neufert, which is an important book of technical data for architects.
Review: Building Construction Illustrated
Review of Building Construction Illustrated by Francis D.K. Ching.
Review: A Visual Dictionary of Architecture
Review of A Visual Dictionary of Architecture by Francis D.K. Ching.
Review: Fundamentals of Building Construction
Review of Fundamentals of Building Construction by Edward Allen and Joseph Iano.
Review: Heating, Cooling, Lighting: Sustainable Design Strategies Towards Net Zero Architecture
Review of Heating, Cooling, Lighting: Sustainable Design Strategies Towards Net Zero Architecture, by Norbert Lechner.
Review: A History of Western Architecture
Review of A History of Western Architecture, by David Watkin.
Review: Modern Architecture Since 1900
Review of Modern Architecture Since 1900, by William J.R. Curtis.
Review: How Firms Succeed; A Field Guide to Design Management
Review of How Firms Succeed: A Field Guide to Design Management by James P. Cramer and Scott Simpson.
Review: The Architect’s Guide to Writing
Review of The Architect's Guide to Writing for Design and Construction Professionals, by Bill Schmalz.
Review: The Death and Life of Great American Cities
Review of The Death and Life of Great American Cities, by Jane Jacobs.
Review: AIA City Guides
Review of AIA City Guides, which are written by various authors.
Online Archives of Famous Architects
A list of the online archives of famous architects and designers.