A platform for research: civil engineering, architecture and urbanism
A platform for research: civil engineering, architecture and urbanism
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
Introduction -- Elemental Determinants -- Aesthetic Appreciation and Symbolism -- Context and sense of place -- Patronage and ethics -- Historical Eras -- Modern Era.- Religion and Secular practices
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
Introduction -- Elemental Determinants -- Aesthetic Appreciation and Symbolism -- Context and sense of place -- Patronage and ethics -- Historical Eras -- Modern Era.- Religion and Secular practices
Masters of the Structural Aesthetic
Thomas, Derek (author)
2018
Online-Ressource (XIV, 132 p. 38 illus., 29 illus. in color, online resource)
Book
Electronic Resource
English
DDC:
690
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