ABSTRACT

Architecture has attracted increasing worldwide attention in recent years, not only because of its cultural significance but also because of concern over the performance and resource implications of buildings. 101 in-depth articles by international scholars and practitioners bring the subject into focus by examining issues from various viewpoints.
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part |1 pages

Part 2: Responses

chapter 2|39 pages

1 Response to people

chapter 2|15 pages

2 Response to place

chapter 2|26 pages

3 Response to routes

part |1 pages

Part 3: Influences

chapter 3|39 pages

1 Influence of society

chapter 3|23 pages

2 Influence of function

chapter 3|62 pages

3 Architectural precedent

chapter 3|22 pages

4 Influence of technology

part |1 pages

Part 4: Elements and Attributes

chapter 4|66 pages

1 Architectural form

chapter 4|28 pages

2 Architectural space

chapter 4|73 pages

3 Elements of architecture

part |1 pages

Part 5: Approaches and Appreciation

chapter 5|50 pages

1 Approaches to architecture

chapter 5|49 pages

2 Appreciation of architecture

part |1 pages

Part 6: Case Studies

chapter 6|56 pages

2 Durham: a town for all seasons

chapter 6|19 pages

3 Portland, Oregon