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Superlight: Lightness in Contemporary Houses
Phyllis Richardson
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Description for Superlight: Lightness in Contemporary Houses
Hardback. One of the most influential design philosophies of the past 25 years has been Glenn Murcutt's dictum that buildings should touch the earth lightly. In this book, each of the 41 houses is shown through photographs, plans and lucid explanations. Num Pages: 256 pages, 339 illustrations, 280 in colour. BIC Classification: WJK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 203 x 30. Weight in Grams: 914.
One of the most influential design philosophies of the past 25 years has been Glenn Murcutt's dictum that buildings should `touch the earth lightly'. While architects have always sought to liberate architecture from its solid foundations through the use of new materials and spatial reconfigurations, climate change, new materials and restricted land use have given new impetus to finding lightweight solutions for our homes. `Superlight' houses combine two strands of thinking: that lightweight buildings have less impact on their environments, and that this lightness (visually, materially, ecologically) can lead to more open living and greater communion with their surroundings. Each ... Read more
One of the most influential design philosophies of the past 25 years has been Glenn Murcutt's dictum that buildings should `touch the earth lightly'. While architects have always sought to liberate architecture from its solid foundations through the use of new materials and spatial reconfigurations, climate change, new materials and restricted land use have given new impetus to finding lightweight solutions for our homes. `Superlight' houses combine two strands of thinking: that lightweight buildings have less impact on their environments, and that this lightness (visually, materially, ecologically) can lead to more open living and greater communion with their surroundings. Each ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Ltd
Condition
New
Number of Pages
256
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780500342961
SKU
9780500342961
Shipping Time
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Ref
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About Phyllis Richardson
Phyllis Richardson has published numerous books on lifestyle, interiors and building, including multiple volumes of the `StyleCity' travel series.
Reviews for Superlight: Lightness in Contemporary Houses
'The innovative lightweight plastic cover of this book hints at the pioneering content within ... Plans bring depth to each scheme' - Homes & Gardens 'Stunning photography, illuminating floor plans and expert explanations' - Elle Decoration 'Truly special and unique ... Grand designs indeed' - Fabric