Prefabrication in Building.
London: The Architectural Press, 1946. First edition. Cloth over Boards. Small quarto, pp. 148, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and architectural drawings. Ex-library markings. Very Good in Very Good Mylar-Protected DJ. Item #23709
In this book, the author examines the development of prefabrication in the UK and abroad, and analyzes in detail the various prefabricated systems which have so far been used. He considers the relationship which exists between prefabrication and the economic and industrial background in various countries and outlines the changes and trends in building procedure which prefabricated methods are introducing. The book is intended not only for the architect, building technician and student, but for all who want information about this unorthodox method of building construction which was so important in post-WWII housing.
Price: $55.00