Notes on the Synthesis of Form (Harvard Paperbacks)
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9 May 2015I'm already in love with the cover (gorgeous) and ideas Christopher Alexander presents
I received my book very quickly!
11 June 2014excellent
This book is written in a clean, approachable style, absent the usual academic gobbledygoop.
18 December 2012Form described
Arriving at a suitable form for a design problem is a challenge even for design professionals.
1 July 2010Not what you think it is
After reading this book, I went back to read the amazon reviews, and was rather confused.
17 February 2010There are better books by Alexander
Alexander is better in his later work where the theory is more refined.
2 June 2008A life-changing book
Certainly, this book has produced a great impact on various fields related to design and architecture.
4 January 2008deep insights, bold suggestions
A deep and nuanced analysis of patterns in design failures and successes - the author clearly has astounding comprehension of the modern design situation.
29 December 2007Read Appendix I first, to see if you need to read the rest of the book
Tip: Start by reading Appendix I.
30 August 2005Art anticipates Science?
Alexanders 'Notes' anticipates the paths that major sciences would take decades after its publication.
15 August 2005The first book of design for all designers
Design is a difficult process that is often associated more with art than science.