Brick Stone Metal Wood : Building on Tradition
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Format
Hardback or Cased Book
ISBN-10
1864708379
ISBN-13
9781864708370
Publisher
Images Publishing Group Pty Ltd
Imprint
Images Publishing Group Pty Ltd
Country of Manufacture
CN
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Oct 1st, 2019
Print length
256 Pages
Weight
1,362 grams
Dimensions
22.20 x 28.70 x 2.60 cms
Product Classification:
Individual architects & architectural firmsEnvironmentally-friendly architecture & design
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Brick Stone Metal Wood offers a compelling illustrative journey, using a wide range of examples from across the world, of what can be achieved by using traditional materials in conjunction with modern materials to create a contemporary and modern structure.
The buildings of the past were constructed with readily available and local materials, such as stone, wood, or handmade bricks. Architects in the modern era, however, can choose from an ever increasing number of new materials, each one allowing for different advances in design. And yet the traditional materials have never been entirely supplanted; they still form an important part of the architectural range and are still used by architects the world over. The humble brick, for example, has remained a constant throughout the history of architecture, as has timber with its flexibility and warm tones. But today such elements can be used in conjunction with newer materials to highlight their natural beauty in many different ways: creating a stunning metal facade, wrapping a building with a cool, sleek stone finish, designing a wall with an eye-catching interesting texture, or adding depth or warmth to an internal design. Traditional metals are also finding new use, being employed to coat a structure in a light metal skin that reflects the sunlight, or embedded onto a building to add interest and texture. This book journeys through a curated selection of stunning examples from across the world, showcasing how each material is creatively used over a diverse range of building types and styles, and illustrating the myriad possibilities and forms available to the modern architect who chooses to rework these age-old materials into a brand-new decorative yet functional form.
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