Atlas of world architecture / Markus Sebastian Braun, Chris van Uffelen (eds.)

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Material type: Text

TextPublisher: Salenstein, Switzerland : Braun Pub., 2013Edition: first editionDescription: 512 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), plans ; 34 cmContent type:

text

Media type:

unmediated

Carrier type:

volume

ISBN:

9783037681275 (hbk)
3037681276 (hbk)

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DDC classification:

724.7 23 A

Summary: The spirit of an era is reflected by its architecture. The worldwide turbulences of the past years have led to a correspondingly unparalleled diversity of buildings. This compendium presents an international exhibition of contemporary architecture against a backdrop of global trends, local traditions, functional demands, economical constraints and individual styles. The selection includes stunning designs from the most sought-after architects and talented up-and-coming companies, demonstrating new interpretations of forms to suit anticipated future demands. The Atlas of World Architecture sets a benchmark for buildings of all typologies from the past five years that have earned their place in architectural history.

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The spirit of an era is reflected by its architecture. The worldwide turbulences of the past years have led to a correspondingly unparalleled diversity of buildings. This compendium presents an international exhibition of contemporary architecture against a backdrop of global trends, local traditions, functional demands, economical constraints and individual styles. The selection includes stunning designs from the most sought-after architects and talented up-and-coming companies, demonstrating new interpretations of forms to suit anticipated future demands. The Atlas of World Architecture sets a benchmark for buildings of all typologies from the past five years that have earned their place in architectural history.

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