Wood and Wood Joints

Building with wood as an ecologically viable material is a tradition with a long history in both Eastern and Western culture. The beauty of timber structures and their detailing is captured here in superb photographs and 3-dimensional drawings reveal the secret life hidden within the wood joints. This publication is a mine of information for specialists and will open up an almost forgotten world to the craftsmen of today. Chapter headings: The Material, Working with Wood, Types and Functions of Wood Joints, Wood Joints and Their Evolution, Wood Joints as an Expression of Aesthetic Values.