Historia de la arquitectura

Este libro trata de cómo se reflejan las ideas y las realidades arquitectónicas sobre un plano gráfico. El dibujo de arquitectura se examina desde una perspectiva teórica, al tiempo que se ofrece un breve repaso histórico de sus ejemplos más significativos.

Written by three architectural journalists, this book offers an a-to-z look at 100 of the world’s best architects, from the Madrid-based team Abalos & Herreros to Peter Zumthor, one of the most important figures on the Swiss architectural scene. The two-page spreads combine analytical text with a selection of stunning photos showing the architects’ most famous works, while providing an overview of the varied nature of architecture today. Such luminaries as Frank Gehry, Michael Graves, Maya Lin, and Richard Meier, are discusssed along with the accomplishments of Japanese architects Kenzo...

Ask Americans to think of a famous architect and the person they are most likely to name is Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright's work, his reputation, and his long and colorful career have made him an icon of modern American architecture. But despite his status as America's most celebrated architect, his influence throughout an active practice spanning the years 1896 to 1959 is so wide and complex that it has been difficult to grasp fully. The essays in this book look not at the United States, the context usually associated with Wright, but at countries around the globe. Anthony Alofsin has assembled ...

"Entre el 4 y 11 de septiembre de 2001 tuvo lugar entre las ciudades de Lima y Cusco un Seminario denominado Arquitecturas en Conflicto ... El Seminario fue convocado recientemente por la creada Facultad de Arquitectura y Urbanismo de la Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú".-- Cubierta [4].