Building Berlin, Vol. 3: The Latest Architecture in and out of the Capital

Hardback

Main Details

Title Building Berlin, Vol. 3: The Latest Architecture in and out of the Capital
Authors and Contributors      Edited by Architektenkammer Berlin
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:184
Dimensions(mm): Height 270,Width 210
Category/GenreArchitecture
ISBN/Barcode 9783037681602
ClassificationsDewey:720.943155
Audience
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations Illustrated in colour and black and white throughout with plans and layouts

Publishing Details

Publisher Braun Publishing AG
Imprint Braun Publishing AG
Publication Date 17 March 2014
Publication Country Switzerland

Description

The German capital is characterized by a lively, heterogeneous and innovative architectural scene with high technical and design standards. Berlin Architecture serves as a showcase of Berlin's architectural output. Each of the eight categories that structure the book features essays on current issues - trends and developments that provide reflective insights to the summaries that accompany the exemplary collection of around 70 projects. The chapter on residential architecture, for example, discusses the interest of creative urban clients in the highrise apartment buildings of the 1960s and 1970s that were frowned upon for a long time. Another essay focuses on the different aspects of corporate architecture as "constructed logos". Other topics include the importance of archeological display areas for urban planning, new chances for architecture through privately sponsored museums, and current trends in student dormitory buildings.