Curved: Bending Architecture

Hardback

Main Details

Title Curved: Bending Architecture
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Agata Toromanoff
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:224
Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 220
Category/GenreArchitecture
Architectural structure and design
ISBN/Barcode 9789401476027
ClassificationsDewey:720
Audience
General
Illustrations 190 Illustrations, color

Publishing Details

Publisher Lannoo Publishers
Imprint Lannoo Publishers
Publication Date 17 September 2021
Publication Country Belgium

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