Contemporary Architecture in China: Towards A Critical Pragmatism
by Li Xiangning
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- ISBN 13
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The Images Publishing Group, 2018. First Edition. Hardcover. Fine Condition/Near Fine. Firmly bound, clean unmarked pages; slight wear to upper edge of jacket. Critical analysis of 60 projects from 60 architects in ChinaHighly illustrated throughout with rich techincal detailsArchitectural exhibition is an important aspect in the study and transmission of architectural culture. The academic thoughts and design styles that influence the trends of global architecture are all established through one or a series of important architectural exhibitions. This book is produced based on the GSD (Harvard Graduate School of Design) autumn exhibition: 'Towards a Critical Pragmatism: Contemporary Chinese Architecture'. It reveals a unique perspective of contemporary Chinese architecture by showcasing 60 works from 60 contemporary architects within five thematic categories: cultural, residential, regeneration, rural, and digital. The selected architects attempt to maintain, from the earliest moments of the design process to its finished outcome, a certain level of critical thinking and quality. It is a record of the continuous evolution and growth of contemporary Chinese architecture and hopes to open up a new avenue from which to encourage further conversation regarding both the present and future state of China's architecture culture. 440 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Architecture; ISBN/EAN: 9781864707793. Inventory No: dscf10221. . 9781864707793
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- Denton Island Books (GB)
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- dscf10221
- Title
- Contemporary Architecture in China: Towards A Critical Pragmatism
- Author
- Li Xiangning
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine Condition
- Jacket Condition
- Near Fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- ISBN 10
- 1864707798
- ISBN 13
- 9781864707793
- Publisher
- The Images Publishing Group
- Date Published
- 2018
- Keywords
- BZDB229 Architecture; Contemporary Architecture in China Towards A Critical Pragmatism Li Xiangning
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