Architectural research methods / Linda Groat and David Wang.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

PART I : THE DOMAIN OF ARCHITECTURAL RESEARCH -- Scope of this book ; Systems of inquiry and standards of research quality / Linda Groat -- Literature review ; Theory in relation to method ; Design in relation to research / David Wang -- PART II : SEVEN RESEARCH STRATEGIES -- Interpretive-historical research / David Wang -- Qualitative research ; Correlational research ; Experimental and quasi-experimental research / Linda Groat -- Simulation and modeling research ; Logical argumentation / David Wang -- Case studies and combined strategies / Linda Groat.

"A practical guide to research-just for architects; ; From searching for the best glass to prevent glare to determining how clients might react to color choice for restaurant walls, research is a crucial tool that architects must master in order to effectively address the technical, aesthetic, and behavioral issues that arise in their work.; ; This book's unique coverage of research methods is specifically targeted to help professional designers and researchers better conduct and understand research. Part I explores basic research issues and concepts, and includes chapters on relating theory to method and design to research. Part II gives a comprehensive treatment of specific strategies for investigating built forms. In all, the book covers seven types of research, including historical, qualitative, correlational, experimental, simulation and modeling, logical argumentation, and case study and mixed methods.; ; Complete with real-life examples of how good research can be used from project inception to completion, Architectural Research Methods is an essential reference for architecture students and researchers as well as architects, interior designers, landscape architects, and building product manufacturers."--Publisher description.

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