Architectural Reflections: Studies in the Philosophy and Practice of
Architecture focuses on the principles, techniques, and the
philosophical context and practice of architecture. The book first
ponders on natural imagination, ethics of architecture, and an
interpretation of Wittgenstein's comments on architecture. Topics
include the meaning of play, language-game and gesture-language, role
of aesthetics, reality of architecture, fine art and practical art,
origin of the work of architecture, concept of psychological
'position', artistic condensation, and figures of architectural form.
The manuscript then examines Alvar Aalto and the state of modernism
and Gunnar Asplund and the dilemma of classicism. Topics include
modernism and modernismus, issue of classicism, and connections and
collaborations. The text takes a look at the thoughts of Hans
Scharoun, Sigurd Lewerentz, and Gerrit Rietveld on the relationship of
philosophy and architecture. The publication is a valuable reference
for philosophers and architects wanting to study further the
philosophy and practice of architecture.
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Studies in the Philosophy and Practice of Architecture
Product details
ISBN
9781483142173
Published
2016
Publisher
Elsevier S & T
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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