ARCHITECTURE AND COMPUTERS by Steele, James ISBN 1856692205
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An exploration of the many aspects of computer-aided design being used by architects around the world, illustrated with CAD models and finished buildings. The book features prominent projects by, among others, Gehry, Eric Own Moss, Morphosis, Foster and partners, and Nicholas Grimshaw and partners.
Computers have revolutionized architecture, raising issues that are forcing a paradigm shift in the profession. Intially seen as a positive breakthrough that would make previously inconceivable explorations possible, computer-aided design programmes are increasingly being viewed as a mixed blessing that should be carefully accommodated so that architects retain creative identity. A fascinating introduction expolores the theory behind cyberspace and traces the effects that the worship of technology has had on society. This is followed by five chapters exploring different aspects of the computer in architecture. Themes discussed include the computer as a design tool; Frank Gehry's pioneering use of the CATIA programme, first developed to design fighter planes; the results of letting the computer lead the design process; the graphic backlash led by Moore, Ruble, Yudell; and the place of the computer in education, with examples of student projects from the University of Southern California School of Architecture. The book features prominent projects by Gehry, Fric Own Moss, Morphosis, Foster and Partners, Nicholas Grimshaw and Partners, and others.
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[edit] Title
ARCHITECTURE AND COMPUTERS
[edit] Author
Steele, James
[edit] ISBN
1856692205
[edit] Published
10/09/2001
[edit] Publisher
Laurence King Publishing
[edit] Binding
hardback
[edit] Retail Price
35 (GBP)
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35 (GBP)
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