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Architecture Now!
Architecture Now!
The fine line between art and architecture is rapidly becoming harder to perceive. With the aid of sophisticated computer programs, today's most innovative architects are working on designs so conceptual they could not be realized in the physical world. Nevertheless, these sorts of forward-thinking projects are an important influence on the architectural climate. At the dawn of the 21st century, architecture is entering a paradigm shift; no longer can it be completely distinguished from art. Be they built from bytes or bricks, the projects in this book represent the imagination of the planet's most talented and creative architects. For all the latest and most important architectural projects and trends, look no further than this volume, the follow-up to our popular and groundbreaking book Architecture Now!
352 pages, Hardcover
First published March 29, 2001
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March 18, 2011
an inspiring picture in a full page with the text only in the caption . That why i like architecture books . A time savvy .
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November 7, 2011
True Taschen: big, colorful pictures; short, crafted text. Overall, I enjoyed the broad selection, even more so since I've seen many of these in person.
Wonderful: Berger + Parkkinen, the Nordic Embassies; Santiago Calatrava, all; Alberto Campo Baeza, the plaza at the upper floor of the Center for Innovative Technologies BIT; Gehry's EMP; Jose Rafael Moneo, all; Neutelings Riedijk's building at the Utrecht University; and Williams and Tsien's Rifkind House.
On the negatives, the selection for the Netherlands could have been better; I could have lived without the selection purely on interior design and transient architecture (hint: temporary expos); and the idea of virtual architectures seems to defeat the purpose of this collection.
Wonderful: Berger + Parkkinen, the Nordic Embassies; Santiago Calatrava, all; Alberto Campo Baeza, the plaza at the upper floor of the Center for Innovative Technologies BIT; Gehry's EMP; Jose Rafael Moneo, all; Neutelings Riedijk's building at the Utrecht University; and Williams and Tsien's Rifkind House.
On the negatives, the selection for the Netherlands could have been better; I could have lived without the selection purely on interior design and transient architecture (hint: temporary expos); and the idea of virtual architectures seems to defeat the purpose of this collection.
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February 9, 2011
A book to enjoy the views and also the text.
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