Visual contrast distinguishes elements of design. It is a prevalent consideration for architects as they envision their projects. While visual contrast is a basic principle of modern design, its use ...

Visual permeability, ventilation and a strong identity appeal, the hollow elements have increasingly found their place in contemporary architecture. Whether in large buildings or small residences, ...

Left: Architectural Styles: A Visual Guide, by Margaret Fletcher and Robbie Polley. Princeton University Press, 288 pages, $29.95. Right: The Elements of Modern Architecture: Understanding ...

Architecture is a profession deeply dependent on the visual. It’s imagined, sold, critiqued and consumed almost entirely on the strength (or lack thereof) of drawings. We pick and prod at images ...