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Architectural Research Methods

Linda N. Groat, David Wang · ISBN 9780470908556
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Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Author(s) Linda N. Groat / David Wang
Edition 2
Published 29th March 2013
Related course codes ARCH7042 - Designing Research (M)

A practical guide to research for architects and
designers—now updated and expanded!


From searching for the best glass to prevent glare to
determining how clients might react to the color choice for
restaurant walls, research is a crucial tool that architects must
master in order to effectively address the technical, aesthetic,
and behavioral issues that arise in their work.


This book's unique coverage of research methods is specifically
targeted to help professional designers and researchers better
conduct and understand research. Part I explores basic research
issues and concepts, and includes chapters on relating theory to
method and design to research. Part II gives a comprehensive
treatment of specific strategies for investigating built forms. In
all, the book covers seven types of research, including historical,
qualitative, correlational, experimental, simulation, logical
argumentation, and case studies and mixed methods.


Features new to this edition include:



  • Strategies for investigation, practical examples, and resources
    for additional information

  • A look at current trends and innovations in research

  • Coverage of design studio–based research that shows how
    strategies described in the book can be employed in real life

  • A discussion of digital media and online research

  • New and updated examples of research studies

  • A new chapter on the relationship between design and
    research


Architectural Research Methods is an essential reference
for architecture students and researchers as well as architects,
interior designers, landscape architects, and building product
manufacturers.

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