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Inclusion Emergency : Diversity in architecture
Architecture is at a tipping point. Voices of the under-recognised are increasing in volume and are agitating for change.If we don’t collectively listen, re-adjust and change our outlook, we risk limiting the relevance of our profession in today’s society and, ultimately, the places we create. Capturing insight from leading voices in the profession, this book encourages understanding and reflection.It addresses critical questions, providing steps towards meaningful change. It will help those who are under-recognised to find the role models, community and tools to feel confident, supported and valued.It will also help those intimidated by change to understand why it’s so important and provoke constructive action. The topics and experiences provide a rich foundation for building an inclusive future that truly represents the diverse population we serve. This is a call for change. Now. Features contributions from Amy Francis-Smith, Ben Stephens, Charlie Edmonds, Clare Nash, Danni Jennifer Lewin Kerr, Darren Bray, Hannah Day, Dr Igea Troiani, Indujah Srikaran, Lanré Gboladé, Martha Summers, Mary Holmes, Nadir Mahmood, Maryam Al-Irhayim, Nick Walker, Rob Hyde, Ryder Architecture, Dr Saiyyidah Zaidi, Sarah Ackland, Savannah Williams, Dr Stephen Parnell, Sumita Singha, Tim Bailey and Tobi Sobowale.
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Architecture Asia: Renovation and Innovation
Architecture Asia, as the official journal of the Architects Regional Council Asia, aims to provide a forum, not only for presenting Asian phenomena and their characteristics to the world, but also for understanding diversity and multiculturalism within Asia from a global perspective. This issue reveals how old buildings can be updated to realise innovation through renovation, and features three essays and eleven projects that elaborate this perspective.The three essays discuss regenerative architecture in Pakistan that create contemporary examples of traditional architecture, the revitalisation of old buildings in Hong Kong, China for heritage conservation-along the concept of updating the "hardware" and "software" of the building-and the sharing and regeneration of historical heritage spaces in old towns in Xiamen, China.The 11 projects, accompanied with full-colour photos and text descriptions, highlight architectural works that showcase the theme of renovation and innovation across projects that include a house, library, chapel, and clinic, to reveal how these buildings embody sustainability and innovation, and re-energise cities.
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Poggione+Biondi: Architecture, Landscape and Sustainability
Two decades of work from a sustainability-minded Peruvian architectural firmThis substantial paperback monograph chronicles 20 years of projects from Peruvian architectural studio Poggione+Biondi, helmed by René Poggione and Susel Biondi.Compiling a selection of their projects through photographic documentation and drawings, it also features texts by Zaida Muxí and Josep Maria Montaner that narrate the process and evolution of Poggione+Biondi's architecture. Among the firm’s acclaimed buildings are a hotel in Miraflores; the Campo Oeste House in Cieneguilla; and the Verdea apartments in Miraflores.In these buildings, as in all of their projects—from universities to parks and landscape works—sustainable materials and integration of natural materials are prominent features.
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Fashion and Environmental Sustainability : Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology
The wide range of topics that the book covers are organised into sections reflecting a cradle to grave view of how entrepreneurial, innovative, and tech-savvy approaches can advance environmental sustainability in the fashion sector.These sections include: sustainable materials; innovation in design, range planning and product development; sustainable innovations in fashion supply chains; sustainable innovations in fashion retail and marketing; sustainable alternatives for end-of-life and circular economy initiatives; and more sustainable alternative fashion business models.
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Which is more beautiful: modern architecture or traditional architecture?
Beauty is subjective and can be found in both modern and traditional architecture. Modern architecture often features sleek lines, innovative materials, and cutting-edge design, while traditional architecture often showcases intricate details, historical significance, and cultural heritage. Both styles have their own unique charm and appeal, and the beauty of each ultimately depends on individual preferences and the context in which they are presented. Ultimately, the beauty of architecture lies in its ability to evoke emotion, inspire creativity, and enhance the built environment.
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Architecture or police?
Both architecture and police play important roles in society, but they serve different functions. Architecture involves designing and constructing buildings and spaces that shape our environment and impact our daily lives. On the other hand, police are responsible for maintaining law and order, ensuring public safety, and upholding justice. Both are essential components of a functioning society, with architecture providing the physical infrastructure and police providing the social infrastructure.
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What is architecture?
Architecture is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings and other physical structures. It involves creating spaces that are functional, aesthetically pleasing, and in harmony with their surroundings. Architects use a combination of creativity, technical knowledge, and problem-solving skills to design structures that meet the needs of their users while also considering factors such as sustainability, cultural context, and social impact. Architecture plays a crucial role in shaping the built environment and influencing the way people interact with and experience the spaces around them.
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Is architecture difficult?
Architecture can be considered difficult due to the complex nature of the profession. It requires a combination of creativity, technical skills, and knowledge of building codes and regulations. Additionally, architects must consider various factors such as functionality, aesthetics, sustainability, and client needs when designing a building. The process of designing and constructing a building involves multiple stages and coordination with various professionals, making it a challenging field to work in.
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Diversity in the Great Unity : Regional Yuan Architecture
Timber-framed architecture has long been viewed as an embodiment of Chinese civilization, a hierarchic society ruled by Confucian orthodoxy.Throughout its history, Chinese architectural design was closely regulated by court-enforced building codes, which created a highly standardized and modularized system.In Diversity in the Great Unity - the first in-depth English-language work to present regional traditions of Chinese architecture based on a detailed study of the timber construction system - Lala Zuo maintains that during the nearly century-long Yuan dynasty (1271–1368), the tradition of “Han-Chinese” architecture as coded, uniform, and controlled by the central government did not take hold.She presents case studies of twenty buildings along the Yangtze River built during the Yuan, often considered a transitional phase in Chinese architectural history. Most of the structures have firm dates, and all are analyzed according to patronage, chronology, and function.Their representativeness is determined by their broad geographic distribution as well as by their scarcity.Numerous photographs and line-drawings accompany the analyses.Referencing Yuan architecture in north China along the Yellow River, Zuo outlines its characteristics in three regions and connects the regional traditions to periods before and after the Yuan, allowing her to contextualize architecture in Yuan social and political history.She explains how the division of regional traditions, especially those in the south, contributed to the transformation of dynastic styles from the Song (960–1279) to the Ming (1368–1644) and how the Song-Yuan migration may have affected architectural design. An appendix presents an extensive glossary of Chinese architectural terms in Song terminology to enable a better understanding of the subject.Although the primary focus of this book is the technical evolution of surviving Yuan architecture, its interdisciplinary approach goes beyond architecture by offering a re-evaluation of Chinese society in light of cultural and religious diversity under Mongol rule.
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Practising Wood in Architecture : Connecting Design, Construction and Sustainability
In the stark light of the climate emergency, using wood instead of concrete, steel or masonry is increasingly seen as a way of reducing the environmental impact of architecture and construction.More and more new buildings are showcasing innovative ways to work with wood.Wood can help architects achieve ambitious sustainability targets, including the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. How can architects, student architects, and those in the construction industry better understand the qualities, characteristics, and possibilities of building with wood?Practising Wood in Architecture explores the methods, philosophies, and possibilities of contemporary teaching practices in architecture.This book explores how architecture students are learning to build with wood and interrogates the consequences for architectural practice. Based on original research conducted over two years, the book explores innovative projects that use wood in China, England, Finland, Germany, Mongolia, South Africa, and Switzerland.These case studies demonstrate the many advantages of wood, including its simplicity of use, its affordability, and its sustainability.The book focuses on ongoing initiatives that show the educational and professional impact of the use of wood in architecture and construction by students and professionals alike.
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Cloud Computing : Concepts, Technology, Security, and Architecture
Cloud Computing: Concepts, Technology, Security & Architecture Cloud computing has become an integral and foundational part of information technology.The majority of digital business activity and technology innovation occurs with the involvement of contemporary cloud environments that provide highly sophisticated automated technology infrastructure and a vast range of technology resources.To successfully build upon, interact with, or create a cloud environment requires an understanding of its common inner mechanics, architectural layers, models, and security controls.It also requires an understanding of the business and economic factors that justify the adoption and real-world use of clouds and cloud-based products and services. In Cloud Computing: Concepts, Technology, Security & Architecture, Thomas Erl, one of the world's top-selling IT authors, teams up with cloud computing expert Eric Barceló Monroy and researchers to break down proven and mature cloud computing technologies and practices into a series of well-defined concepts, technology mechanisms, and technology architectures.Comprehensive coverage of containerization and cybersecurity topics is also included. All chapters are carefully authored from an industry-centric and vendor-neutral point of view.In doing so, the book establishes concrete, academic coverage with a focus on structure, clarity, and well-defined building blocks for mainstream cloud computing and containerization platforms and solutions.With nearly 370 figures, 40 architectural models, and 50 mechanisms, this indispensable guide provides a comprehensive education of contemporary cloud computing, containerization, and cybersecurity that will never leave your side.
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Strategic Monoliths and Microservices : Driving Innovation Using Purposeful Architecture
Make Software Architecture Choices That Maximize Value and Innovation "[Vernon and Jaskula] provide insights, tools, proven best practices, and architecture styles both from the business and engineering viewpoint. . . . This book deserves to become a must-read for practicing software engineers, executives as well as senior managers." --Michael Stal, Certified Senior Software Architect, Siemens Technology Strategic Monoliths and Microservices helps business decision-makers and technical team members clearly understand their strategic problems through collaboration and identify optimal architectural approaches, whether the approach is distributed microservices, well-modularized monoliths, or coarser-grained services partway between the two. Leading software architecture experts Vaughn Vernon and Tomasz Jaskula show how to make balanced architectural decisions based on need and purpose, rather than hype, so you can promote value and innovation, deliver more evolvable systems, and avoid costly mistakes.Using realistic examples, they show how to construct well-designed monoliths that are maintainable and extensible, and how to gradually redesign and reimplement even the most tangled legacy systems into truly effective microservices. Link software architecture planning to business innovation and digital transformationOvercome communication problems to promote experimentation and discovery-based innovationMaster practices that support your value-generating goals and help you invest more strategicallyCompare architectural styles that can lead to versatile, adaptable applications and servicesRecognize when monoliths are your best option and how best to architect, design, and implement themLearn when to move monoliths to microservices and how to do it, whether they're modularized or a "Big Ball of Mud" Register your book for convenient access to downloads, updates, and/or corrections as they become available.See inside book for details.
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Can I study architecture with a bachelor's degree in architecture?
Yes, it is possible to study architecture with a bachelor's degree in architecture. Many universities offer advanced degree programs in architecture, such as a Master of Architecture (M.Arch) or a Doctor of Architecture (D.Arch), which can be pursued after completing a bachelor's degree in the field. These advanced degree programs provide further specialization and advanced training in architecture, allowing students to deepen their knowledge and skills in the field. Additionally, some universities may also offer post-professional or research-focused architecture programs for those with a bachelor's degree in architecture.
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Why does old German architecture look better than modern architecture?
Old German architecture is often considered more aesthetically pleasing than modern architecture due to its intricate details, craftsmanship, and historical significance. The use of traditional materials such as timber, stone, and intricate carvings give old German buildings a sense of timelessness and charm. Additionally, the preservation of these historic buildings allows us to appreciate the architectural styles and techniques of the past, which may be lacking in modern designs that prioritize functionality and efficiency over ornate details.
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What is the difference between biomorphic architecture and sculptural architecture?
Biomorphic architecture is characterized by organic, flowing forms that are inspired by natural shapes and patterns, often resembling plants, animals, or other natural elements. This type of architecture often incorporates curves, asymmetry, and fluid lines to create a sense of movement and dynamism. On the other hand, sculptural architecture focuses on creating bold, expressive forms that are often abstract and geometric in nature. This type of architecture often emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow to create dramatic visual effects, and it may incorporate sharp angles, clean lines, and strong volumes. While both biomorphic and sculptural architecture prioritize innovative and unconventional forms, biomorphic architecture draws inspiration from nature, while sculptural architecture focuses on creating striking, artistic shapes.
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Which field of study do you prefer: Architecture or Landscape Architecture?
I prefer Landscape Architecture because I am drawn to the natural environment and the opportunity to create sustainable and beautiful outdoor spaces. I am passionate about incorporating elements of nature into design and creating spaces that promote well-being and harmony with the environment. Additionally, I appreciate the interdisciplinary nature of Landscape Architecture, which allows for a holistic approach to design that considers ecological, social, and aesthetic factors.
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