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Eco-Architecture VII - Harmonisation between Architecture and Nature (Hardcover)
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Eco-Architecture VII - Harmonisation between Architecture and Nature (Hardcover)
Series: WIT Transactions on The Built Environment, 183
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Comprises a collection of papers presented at the 7th International
Conference on Harmonisation between Architecture and Nature, this
volume reviews the challenges and new opportunities of contemporary
architecture. These papers cover the results of advances in design
and new building technologies, as well as the development of new
materials. Many of the changes are motivated by a drive towards
eco-architecture, trying to harmonise architectural products with
nature. Another important issue is the adaptation of the
architectural design to the natural environment, learning from
nature and traditional construction techniques. Never before in
history have architects and engineers had such a range of new
processes and products open to them. In spite of that, the
construction industry lags behind all others in taking advantage of
a wide variety of new technologies. This is understandable, due to
the inherent complexity and uniqueness of each architectural
project. Advances in computer and information systems, including
robotics, offers the possibility of developing new architectural
forms, construction products and building technologies, which are
just now starting to emerge. Changes have also taken place in the
way in which modern society works and lives, due to the impact of
modern technologies. Patterns of work have been disrupted and
changed, affecting transportation and the home environment. The
demand is for a new type of habitat that can respond to the changes
and the consequent requirements in terms of urban environment. The
papers contained in this book deal with topics such as building
technologies, design by passive systems, design with nature,
cultural sensitivity, life cycle assessment, resources and
rehabilitation and many others including case studies from many
different places around the world. They will be of interest to
architects, engineers, planners, physical scientists, sociologists
and economists.
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