Wucius Wong
Dissects the concepts:
- Pairing major dominant and minor emphasized elements
- Examination of the singular form
- Repetition of unit forms to create patterns
- Distribution of unit forms across the page; how this can be used to communicate
- Radial symmetry
- Mark making
The last chapter explains how to repeat a unit form into the third dimension to create an object, which is pretty much how most architects make a living.
After reading, be prepared to find everything from wallpaper to drain covers insanely fascinating. Make sure this is in your collection. Follow up with Learning to See Creatively and Symmetry (link soon).

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