Architecture for Teens: A Beginner's Book for Aspiring Architects

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A practical introduction to architecture for aspiring teen architects.

Architecture is a fascinating, diverse field that blends technology, creativity, engineering, and even psychology. Discover the possibilities with this in-depth architecture book for teens. Delve into the world of architecture, learn about recent innovations in sustainability and inclusivity, and uncover the details behind real architectural projects.

Explore an overview of architectural movements and designers from prehistory to modern-day, and check out inspiring interviews with working professionals. With tons of practical advice for pursuing a career, you'll find out how you can become an architect and help build an environmentally responsible world from the ground up!

Go beyond other architecture books for teens with:

  • Architecture essentials—Get to know the five basic elements of architecture: structure, program, economics, aesthetics, and region.
  • Creative career options—Learn what it means to work in residential or industrial architecture, specialize in historic preservation, create landscapes, innovate in urban planning, and more.
  • Real-world examples—Go behind the scenes on real architectural projects with colorful illustrations, breakdowns of the design process, and thoughtful examinations of their impact.

Learn all about the role of an architect with this comprehensive selection in architecture books for teens.

"This book has everything a creative teen could possibly want to know about architecture and design." —Andrew Daley, AIA, senior associate, SHoP Architects

"A great foundation for any aspiring architect to start building the structure for a dynamic career." —J. Scott Finn, Gresham Professor Emeritus at School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture and College of Architecture, Design and Construction, Auburn University

A practical introduction to architecture for aspiring teen architects. Architecture is a fascinating, diverse field that blends technology, creativity, engineering, and even psychology. Discover the possibilities with this in-depth architecture book for teens. Delve into the world of architectur...

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About the author

DR. DANIELLE S. WILLKENS, ASSOCIATE AIA, FRSA, LEED AP BD+C, is an assistant professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology's School of Architecture. She holds a B.S. and M.Arch from the University of Virginia, an M.Phil in architectural history and theory from Cambridge University’s St. John’s College, and a Ph.D. from University College London’s Bartlett School of Architecture. Her practice and research include design/build projects, public installations, and on-site investigations.
DR. DANIELLE S. WILLKENS, ASSOCIATE AIA, FRSA, LEED AP BD+C, is an assistant professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology's School of Architecture. She holds a B.S. and M.Arch from the University of Virginia, an M.Phil in architectural history and theory from Cambridge University’s St. John’s...

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