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The Cultural Role of Architecture
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The Cultural Role of Architecture : Contemporary and Historical Perspectives

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Format Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10 0415783410
ISBN-13 9780415783415
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint Routledge
Country of Manufacture GB
Country of Publication GB
Publication Date Jan 31st, 2012
Print length 228 Pages
Weight 428 grams
Dimensions 23.20 x 16.50 x 1.30 cms
Ksh 10,600.00
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Exploring the ambiguities of how we define the word ‘culture’ in our global society, this book identifies its imprint on architectural ideas. Chapters written by international academics in history, theory and philosophy of architecture examine how different modes of representation throughout history have drawn profound meanings from cultural practices and beliefs.

Exploring the ambiguities of how we define the word ‘culture’ in our global society, this book identifies its imprint on architectural ideas. It examines the historical role of the cultural in architectural production and expression, looking at meaning and communication, tracing the formations of cultural identities.

Chapters written by international academics in history, theory and philosophy of architecture, examine how different modes of representation throughout history have drawn profound meanings from cultural practices and beliefs. These are as diverse as the designs they inspire and include religious, mythic, poetic, political, and philosophical references.


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