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As a reaction to rationalism and functionalist Moderne, the post-modern style developed in the 1970s; the idea was that architecture was to acquire a new identity by employing traditional means. This book analyzes discrepancies in architectural theory and the processes that led to a revaluation in the history of architectural production.

Between 1960 and 1980, both eastern and western Europe experienced a construction boom of hitherto unknown dimensions. The new possibilities offered by science and industry paved the way to large-scale projects in architecture and urban design. This book deals with this topic.

Connects the critique of design theory and practice to a range of issues in urban theory, urban political economy and radical geography. The author develops concepts and methods to critique contemporary forms of urbanization, understand contemporary urbanization, and looks at the limits and possibilities of contemporary forms of urban knowledge.

As building construction is becoming increasingly complex, the field of building technology is becoming more and more important. As an intermediary between all parties involved in a construction project, the architect must be able to understand what is involved and to advise his clients. This volume covers the fields of water supply and disposal, electric installations and the energy-related subjects, i.e. heating, ventilation and lighting. The compendium combines the successful individual volumes Room Conditioning and Water Cycles and supplements these with the two hitherto unpublished volumes Electric Installation and Lighting design. The student and architect are introduced to the basic principles, terms and systems of building technology installations and equipment.

The continental Baha'i Temple of South America will be opened in fall 2016. With numerous drawings, models, renderings, and photographs, this book shows the design and construction process, and the beauty, of this unique building.

Quality living in old age is one of the key topics of our time. Integrative forms of housing and living emerge from sophisticated design solutions, transcending the boundaries between individual, collective and assisted forms of living.

A universal scholar and versatile artist, Karl Friedrich Schinkel led an intensive, if not boundless exchange with the society and the developments of the 19th century. In richly illustrated thematic chapters, this book presents a dialogue between Schinkel as a person, his oeuvre and his cultural world.

Hans Scharoun is one of the most important architects of the 20th century; as a proponent of organic architecture, he created unconventional and imaginative buildings which adapt to usersΓÇÖ needs in a dynamic way. His oeuvre includes family residences and housing estates but also encompasses the German embassy in Brazil, and urban icons such as the Berlin Philharmonie. The book, a cooperation with Baukunstarchiv (the architecture archive) of the Akademie der K├╝nste, Berlin, documents the entire range of known completed buildings by Scharoun, including, for the first time, early works in East Prussia. The specially taken photographs by Carsten Krohn, together with the historic photographs and plans from the Hans-Scharoun-Archive offer a new overview of this expressive organic architecture.

Informal settlements made up of corrugated iron shacks and other materials are a ubiquitous feature in the megacities of Africa, Asia and Latin America. In spite of their obvious shortcomings, these shelters provide planning strategies and possibly even a roadmap to a resilient city in an emerging territory. This book deals with this topic.

Hans Scharoun is one of the most important architects of the 20th century; as a proponent of organic architecture, he created unconventional and imaginative buildings which adapt to usersΓÇÖ needs in a dynamic way. His oeuvre includes family residences and housing estates but also encompasses the German embassy in Brazil, and urban icons such as the Berlin Philharmonie. The book, a cooperation with Baukunstarchiv (the architecture archive) of the Akademie der K├╝nste, Berlin, documents the entire range of known completed buildings by Scharoun, including, for the first time, early works in East Prussia. The specially taken photographs by Carsten Krohn, together with the historic photographs and plans from the Hans-Scharoun-Archive offer a new overview of this expressive organic architecture.

An ideal design is site-specific, which is the only way architecture can create or connect with a specific sense of identity. This method handbook, developed at the Department of Architectural Design of the ETH Zurich, offers a playful way in which to systematically ascertain a complex framework and use it for your own design.

After the success of Unbuildable Tatlin?!, this book focuses on Friedrich Kiesler's visionary "Endless House", which was only ever realized in the form of a model. It presents the state of research and discusses the possibility of realizing the project using today's means.

Dieser Designbusiness-Ratgeber in der Reihe Erfolgreich als Designergibt Orientierung in relevanten Fragen der Existenzgrundung und Unternehmensentwicklung in der Design-Wirtschaft. Er ist fur Designerinnen und Designer aller Design-Bereiche geeignet: Architektur, Innenarchitektur,Industrie-, Produkt-,Mode- und Textil-Design, visuelle Kommunikation, Grafik, Fotografie, Medien- und Web-Design sowie Kunst. Er ist geschrieben furStudenten, Grunder und Profis, fur Einzelkampfer und Teams, Freiberufler und Gewerbetreibende, Kleinst-, Klein- und mittlere Unternehmer, Dienstleister, Handler und Produzenten - fur Designer in allen Formen selbststandiger und unternehmerischer Tatigkeit.Die wirtschaftlichen Rahmenbedingungen und die personlichen Voraussetzungen (ICH), die Entwicklung von Konzepten und Strategien (IDEE)sowieGrundlagen undManagement (PLAN)werden ausfuhrlich beschrieben. Adressen, Literaturempfehlungen und Tabellen runden dieses Praxisbuchab.

Wood is usually perceived as a traditional material. However, its properties make it possible to design complex origami-, ribbed-, and fabric structures. By exploring the unused potential of wood, this book provides a fresh outlook on a new generation of timber buildings.

The experience of architectural spaces is formed by the way they are staged. The Drama of Space examines the composition and articulation of architectural spaces in terms of spatial dramaturgy, as a repertoire of means and strategies for shaping spatial experience.