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Curved: Bending Architecture
Hardback
Main Details
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Curved: Bending Architecture
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Agata Toromanoff
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Physical Properties |
Format:Hardback | Pages:224 | Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 220 |
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Category/Genre | Architecture Architectural structure and design |
ISBN/Barcode |
9789401476027
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Classifications | Dewey:720 |
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Illustrations |
190 Illustrations, color
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Lannoo Publishers
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Imprint |
Lannoo Publishers
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Publication Date |
17 September 2021 |
Publication Country |
Belgium
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Description
More than 60 case studies of sensational curved buildings from around the world. In Curved: Bending Architecture, the author seeks out the most sensational contemporary buildings from around the world that incorporate wave-like, rounded forms into their design. Curved forms in architecture are found throughout history (like the Colosseum in Rome) but today's constructions explore the curve to its utmost fluid and freeform potential. From Zaha Hadid to Bosjes Chapel and from Brussels to China, this is a selection of amazing buildings by world class architects who think outside the box and have redefined the built world around us. SELLING POINTS: . More than 60 case studies of sensational curved buildings from around the world . Includes a short historical overview and the most recent design and technical developments 190 colour illustrations
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