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If I had to teach you architecture...
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What is a Designer: Education and Practice, A Guide for Students and TeachersWhat is a Designer: Education and Practice, A Guide for Students and Teachers by Norman Potter
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a must read for any one who wants to be an architect.. whether start of career or midcareer... i wish i had read it much sooner :)
The Designer's EyeThe Designer's Eye by Brent C. Brolin
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gives one a good idea on how to apply design
Drawing and Designing with Confidence: A Step-by-Step GuideDrawing and Designing with Confidence: A Step-by-Step Guide by Mike W. Lin
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a very good book... but of course, you have to practice, practice, practice... owning the book is one thing, reading it helps... but really using it is necessary
The FountainheadThe Fountainhead by Ayn Rand
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if you wanna read about an architect's life... well, not as dramatic but gives one an idea of the people he may encounter (though extremes). it's long but don't let the thickness intimidate you.
The Pillars of the EarthThe Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett
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a book about a builder during the middle ages... interesting story, describes how they built then and the lives... remember anything is an inspiration when you design :)