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Eric Parry - Context: Architecture and the Genius of Place - 9781119952718 - V9781119952718
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Context: Architecture and the Genius of Place

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Description for Context: Architecture and the Genius of Place Paperback. Demonstrates how a building's setting should inform and inspire rather than constrain architectural design Context-Architecture and the Genius of Place is a highly engaging, informative discussion of context in architectural theory and practice. Series: Architectural Design Primer. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: AM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 172 x 220 x 14. Weight in Grams: 486.
Demonstrates how a building's setting should inform and inspire rather than constrain architectural design

Context-Architecture and the Genius of Place is a highly engaging, informative discussion of context in architectural theory and practice. Eric Parry, one of the UK's most highly regarded architects — whose work has been widely lauded for its innovative response to its setting — addresses the contemporary definition of context and its importance for sustainable everyday living and urban design. Looking beyond the formal agenda to explore the fundamentals that give new social and cultural perspective to this vital point of departure for designers, this ... Read more

This book draws on the author's extensive experience within complex urban settings to show how the existing fabric and social conditions can provide an essential starting point for new design, offering a framework for thinking about design responses and their relationship to cultural origins of place.

  • Discover the importance of orientation
  • Develop a sequential understanding of urban space
  • Hear the dialogue between parts within a whole
  • Differentiate the uses of formal and informal

Whereas existing urban settings, particularly historic city centers, are generally regarded as limiting to architectural creativity, this book presents context as grounds for inspiration rather than constraint. When used correctly, these techniques create the feeling that a new building has always been there, simply because it "fits". Context explains the methods behind brilliant architecture, helping designers create buildings that not only belong, but can provide a catalyst to urban life.

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Product Details

Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
200
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Series
Architectural Design Primer
Condition
New
Weight
485g
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9781119952718
SKU
V9781119952718
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-1

About Eric Parry
Eric Parry leads one of London's most eminent practices, Eric Parry Architects, which is renowned for delivering beautifully crafted and well-considered buildings. He is a Royal Academician (RA) and is on the Royal Academy Architecture Committee. He is also on the Mayor's Design Advisory Panel. In addition to his work in architectural practice, Eric has held a number of distinguished ... Read more

Reviews for Context: Architecture and the Genius of Place
“..a handy on-site reference” (Building Engineer, June 2015) “Parry’s enthusiasm for his subject gives the book an optimistic tone, and thus makes it quite an inspirational read for those interested in architecture” (futurecities.org.uk, August 2015)

Goodreads reviews for Context: Architecture and the Genius of Place


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