The notions of space are made physically manifest in architecture through the different elements that constitutes the basic identifiable parts of the man-made or built environment. The book examines the inherent attributes of spacemaking elements like roofs, walls, doors, windows, columns, stairs and floors and analysis their implicit influences in the design of space. It traces the evolution of each element through history and the effective applications of these are illustrated through extensive drawings and sketches of detailed case studies from all over the world.