Neufert
The book's primary goal is to save architects time during the "basic investigation" phase of a project.
At its heart, Architects' Data is built upon three key scientific pillars: neufert
Architects' Data (German: Bauentwurfslehre ), commonly known as , is the global standard reference book for spatial requirements, ergonomics, and initial building design. First published in 1936 by Ernst Neufert—a former assistant to Walter Gropius at the Bauhaus—it provides a comprehensive framework of measurements based on the human body to ensure buildings are functional and comfortable. Core Purpose and Design Philosophy The book's primary goal is to save architects



