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I bought a hard-copy back when SW patterns came in vogue, just to have it. It's pretty interesting even though I know nothing about architecture. My daughter g
by zwieback 5y ago
I bought a hard-copy back when SW patterns came in vogue, just to have it. It's pretty interesting even though I know nothing about architecture.
My daughter goes to UO, where Alexander had a hand in applying some of his ideas. If you go to the campus today, though, it's overwhelmingly Uncle Phil who shapes the look and feel, sadly.
- luckyorlame 5y agoUncle Phil?
- 0xcde4c3db 5y agohttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phil_Knight#University_of_Oregon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phil_Knight#University_of_Oreg...
- coley 5y agoI also own a hard copy of this one and know nothing about architecture. I've found the patterns helpful for video game level design. Whether it's the layout of a small town, window placement, or the tiered chambers of a church or temple, this book is extremely insightful for someone who doesn't know where to start when it comes to this stuff.