Masters of the Structural Aesthetic
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Beschreibung
This book highlights aesthetics as pertaining to the structural component in architectural design. This less explored aspect of architecture is discussed and explains the enduring qualities of ten specific buildings from architectural history to present day due to their structural aesthetics. Based on comprehensive research, a critical analysis is presented of the constraints and other influences on architectural and structural design, such as culture, patronage, geometry, available resources and technologies.
Encapsulates the essence of aesthetics in terms of structure of ten recognised landmark buildings from architectural history to present day
Explores the potential of structure that is generally not focussed on in architectural studies or practice
Comprehensive referencing, supporting the choice of the ten subjects presented and illustrated with historical pictures/photographs
Encapsulates the essence of aesthetics in terms of structure of ten recognised landmark buildings from architectural history to present day Explores the potential of structure that is generally not focussed on in architectural studies or practice Comprehensive referencing, supporting the choice of the ten subjects presented and illustrated with historical pictures/photographs
Autor*in
Derek Thomas
Themen in »Masters of the Structural Aesthetic«
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