EDITH CHERRY, FAIA, is an Associate Professor and former Director of Architecture at the University of New Mexico.
Her professional experience includes seven years spent at CRS (now HOK) and twenty-one years as a partner in her
firm Cherry/See Architects.
Summary
Architectural programming refers to the process of information gathering, analysis, and concept development
involved in defining a design problem. Whether an architect is designing a house or renovating an office building,
effective programming is critical to a project's success. Renowned designer Edith Cherry provides the perfect guide
to the entire process, covering analytical, synthetical, organizational, and communication skills, as well as focusing
heavily on the actual programming
Table of Contents
PREPARING FOR PROGRAMMING.
Think About Thinking.
Clients.
THE ARCHITECTURAL PROGRAMMING PROJECT.
Researching the Project Background.
Identifying Goals and Objectives.
Gathering and Analyzing Information.
Identifying Programmatic Strategies.
Establishing Quantitative Requirements.
The Synthesis of the Design Problem.
Documentation.
A Synthesis of the Architectural Programming Task.
