Masters of the Structural Aesthetic

This book highlights aesthetics as pertaining to the structural component in architectural design. This less explored aspect of architecture is discussed and explains the enduring qualities of ten specific buildings from architectural history to present day due to their structural aesthetics. Based...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Thomas, Derek (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: e-Book
Language:English
Published: Singapore : Springer Nature Singapore : 2018.
Imprint: Springer,
Edition:1st ed. 2018.
Subjects:
Buildings > Design and construction.
Human geography.
Aesthetics.
Engineering design.
Computer-aided engineering.
Mechanics, Applied.
Solids.
Building Construction and Design.
Human Geography.
Engineering Design.
Computer-Aided Engineering (CAD, CAE) and Design.
Solid Mechanics.
Online Access:Full-text access
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • Elemental Determinants
  • Aesthetic Appreciation and Symbolism
  • Context and sense of place
  • Patronage and ethics
  • Historical Eras
  • Modern Era.- Religion and Secular practices.

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