The Architectural Guide Australia presents over 200 projects in the
vast island continent that is home to natural wonders, coastal
settlements, and tropical climates up north. Each chapter,
dedicated to one of the nation’s eight state capitals, presents
buildings that represent the major moments in the country’s
architectural history, from its colonial origins to the
contemporary era. The book includes a short introduction to
Australia’s most influential architects as well as essays by
Harry Seidler, John Gollings, and David Bridgman. Seidler’s essay
argues for the incorporation of sunlight and shadow, phenomena so
distinctly characteristic of the country’s climate, into
architectural design both from an aesthetic and practical
standpoint. Gollings offers a historical sweep of Australian
architecture before identifying the three major architectural
strands of contemporary Australia. Bridgman explores the challenges
of designing in the hot-humid tropics in particular, outlining the
climatic considerations that must be accounted for when building in
those regions. Each chapter also includes an interview with a
prominent architectural practice active in the respective city. The
architects offer their views on the characteristics of Australian
architecture and comment on their own practice within this context.
With its comprehensive map, aerial photographs, and array of
images, this book is the ideal companion for those exploring
Australia.
General
| Imprint: |
Dom Publishers
|
| Country of origin: |
Germany |
| Series: |
Architectural Guide |
| Release date: |
April 2019 |
| Authors: |
Sarah Zahradnik
|
| Dimensions: |
245 x 134mm (L x W) |
| Format: |
Paperback - Trade
|
| Pages: |
448 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-3-86922-523-4 |
| Categories: |
Books
|
| LSN: |
3-86922-523-8 |
| Barcode: |
9783869225234 |
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