Bentley Institute Press Offers Architectural Geometry Book
2nd printing by Vienna University and Massachusetts Institute of
Technology experts
 EXTON,
PA, Apr 9, 2008 – Bentley Institute Press, publisher of cutting-edge
university textbooks and professional reference works for the architectural,
engineering, construction (AEC), geospatial, and educational communities,
today announced the second printing of Architectural Geometry, the
newest addition to its growing list of titles. Architectural Geometry,
which was authored by a team of experts from the Vienna University of
Technology and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, is the first and
only textbook to successfully integrate the disciplines of geometry and
architecture. This single, comprehensive volume is written for architects,
future architects, and other AEC professionals pursuing the study of design,
including advanced 3D and generative design techniques.
Gary Hack, Paley professor of architecture and planning and dean of the
University of Pennsylvania School of Design, said, "As architectural
practice increasingly pursues new approaches to form and the integration of
design with materials and assemblies, it is clear that a strong background
in geometry is a requirement.
“The new book ‘Architectural Geometry’ is perfect for students and
teachers of architecture, practicing architects, and other professionals
seeking an in-depth understanding of geometric principles and their integral
relationship to the world of design. Its content is fundamental and will be
not only relevant but essential for many years to come. I’ve asked that
copies be added to the PennDesign library and firmly believe this singular
work belongs in the library of every high school, college, and university
offering architecture and engineering design as part of its curriculum – as
well as in the offices of architectural and design organizations around the
globe.”
Authors Helmut Pottmann, Andreas Asperl, Michael Hofer, and Axel Kilian
drew on their professional experiences to craft a textbook that crosses
numerous boundaries. Providing more than 700 pages richly illustrated with
hundreds of full-color images of built architecture, architectural projects
and artwork, plus color illustrations of geometric concepts, this book takes
readers from basic to advanced geometry, then leads them to the cutting edge
of research in architectural geometry. Topics typically reserved for a
mathematically focused audience are addressed in an easily understandable
way. These include central concepts on freeform curves and surfaces,
differential geometry, kinematic geometry, mesh processing, digital
reconstruction, and optimization of shapes.
Miles Ritter, digital media coordinator, Princeton University School of
Architecture, said, “‘Architectural Geometry’ is a superior, comprehensive
survey of geometric modeling for architecture filled with stunning
illustrations of unparalleled precision and clarity. The authors are at the
forefront of research into advanced modeling technologies and the underlying
geometrical principles upon which they are based, and it thus contains,
particularly in the later chapters, advanced topics such as shape
optimization, PQ meshes, and surface development that are at the cutting
edge of the discipline.
“For those involved in the construction and refinement of geometrical
pipelines for architectural modeling and production, I expect it will become
the standard reference. ‘Architectural Geometry’ is not just the best text
of its kind – it is unique.”
Added Dr. Andre Brown, professor, Liverpool University, and former
president of the Education and Research in Computer-Aided Architectural
Design in Europe (eCAADe) organization, “This is a carefully considered,
well-structured, balanced, and informative book on constructive geometry and
its application to design for the built environment in a contemporary
setting. It mixes theoretical ideas, how-to advice, and real-world examples,
and will appeal to a wide range of potential users, from students to
educators and practitioners.”
For pricing information or to order a copy of “Architectural Geometry,”
call 1-800-BENTLEY and ask for the Bentley Institute Press, or visit
www.bentley.com/ArchitecturalGeometry. “Architectural Geometry” is also
available online at www.amazon.com.
About the Authors
Helmut Pottmann is a professor of geometry at Vienna University of
Technology, where he directs the research group Geometric Modeling and
Industrial Geometry at the Institute of Discrete Mathematics and Geometry.
Andreas Asperl studied mathematics and descriptive geometry at Vienna
University of Technology, where he has held a faculty position since 1983.
Michael Hofer is a post-doctoral researcher at Vienna University of
Technology. Axel Kilian studied architecture and specialized in design and
computation for a Master of Science, a Ph.D., and a post-doctorate from the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
About Bentley Institute Press
Bentley Institute Press is a knowledge leader in the publication of
cutting-edge university textbooks and professional reference works dedicated
to the needs of the architectural, engineering, construction, geospatial,
and educational communities. A sampling of its growing list of titles
includes books on architectural geometry, visualization and rendering
techniques, animation, water resources modeling, hydraulic engineering, and
piping design – all written by experts in their respective disciplines. For
more information about Bentley Institute Press, visit
www.bentley.com/books.
About Bentley
Bentley Systems, Incorporated provides software for the lifecycle of the
world’s infrastructure. The company’s comprehensive portfolio for the
building, plant, civil, and geospatial verticals spans AEC and operations.
With revenues now surpassing $400 million annually, and more than 2,400
colleagues globally, Bentley is the leading provider of AEC software to the
Engineering News-Record Top Design Firms and major owner-operators, and was
named the world’s No. 2 provider of GIS/geospatial software solutions in a
Daratech research study.
For more information, visit
www.bentley.com.
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