An introduction to architectural thought, this text is a thorough and accessible discussion in search of the principles of the design process.

Documenting the non-verbal processes and decisions that architects and designers make is a difficult task, but one that is important when trying to understand the development of architectural design through the ages. Michael Brawne uses his experience as a practicing architect, academic and educator to provide an overview of the subject. By looking at the practices and buildings of architects past and present he incorporates history and philosophy in the search for a theory of design.

• Provides a well-rounded look at the development of architectural thought.

• Written at a level that is accessible for professionals and students.

• Illustrates how the design process has developed from antiquity to the present day.

作为建筑思想的介绍，这篇文字是为寻找设计过程的原则而进行的彻底而又容易理解的讨论。

记录建筑师和设计师的非语言过程和决策是一项艰巨的任务，但在试图理解历代建筑设计的发展时却是一项重要的任务。Michael Brawne利用他作为执业建筑师、学者和教育家的经验，对这个主题进行了概述。通过观察过去和现在的建筑师的实践和建筑，他将历史和哲学融入到对设计理论的探索中。

- 对建筑思想的发展提供了一个全面的观察。

- 以专业人员和学生都能接受的水平编写。

- 说明了设计过程是如何从古代发展到今天的。