Three-section organization by grown, oil-based, and mined materials for easy reference and learning
Detailed coverage of key features, typical applications, and production processes for each material
Focus on sustainability issues to support environmentally conscious design practices
Visual and factual presentation to enhance understanding for both professionals and students
Applicable to a wide range of disciplines, making it a versatile resource for educators and students
Summarized by Shop
Over the last ten years there has been a huge growth in the area of materials for design, but most books on this subject deal with advanced, semi-formed materials (that is, materials sold as sheet, rod, tube, etc.). This book provides much-needed information on the raw materials, and the low-down on how these can be used.