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Who built the first houses? What's the difference between an arch
and an architrave? How does a dome stay up? Who invented concrete?
Can you build a house from paper? If you want to know more about
the buildings around you, this entertaining illustrated guide is a
perfect introduction to architecture around the world. From the mud
huts of ancient history to today's towering edifices, you can
explore iconic buildings and find out more about the people who
created them. You'll also discover the development of different
building materials, from mud and straw to paper, steel and
reinforced concrete. AGES: 5 to 11 AUTHORS: Eduard Altarriba is a
graphic designer and illustrator. He runs Alababala, a
Barcelona-based independent studio producing games, exhibitions,
animation, apps and workbooks for children that are practical and
fun. Other books he has worked on include My First Book of Quantum
Physics, also published by Button Books. Berta Bardi i Mila is a
Lecturer at the School of Architecture, Polytechnic University of
Catalonia (UPC), Barcelona. She has a PhD in Architectural Design.
Berta specialises in modern architecture, and the methodology of
teaching architecture. This is her first book for Button Books.
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