Architectural Expressions
A Photographic Reassessment of Fun in Architecture
1st Edition
Published on 2. November 2001
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-0-471-49667-0 (ISBN)
Description
This book presents a collection of some of the world's most inspired and innovative buildings. From the Guggenheim Bilbao to the Coca-Cola Factory in Los Angeles, these designs are united under a common goal: to break the mold of expected design and challenge the common perceptions and techniques of modern architecture.
Reviews / Votes
"..plenty to inspire and amuse..130 pages of unadulterated joy...the photography itself is wonderful.." (FX Magazine, February 2002) "...dazzling photos...beautifully illustrated..." (Locum Destination Review, Autumn 2003)More details
Edition
1., Aufl.
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
120 illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 29.1 cm
Width: 22 cm
Weight
600 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-471-49667-0 (9780471496670)
Schweitzer Classification
Content
Introduction ...And in the beginning Ancient visions through a windscreen Ship--shape and moderne Wit in wonderland Big fun Wonderwall Roadside attractions Coming up for air The shiny new popularism