Architect, Verb.: The New Language of Building
Architect, Verb.: The New Language of Building The Hidden Rules of Architecture: how to build world-class, award winning, creative, innovative, sustainable, liveable and beautiful spaces that foster…
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Architect, Verb.: The New Language of Building
The Hidden Rules of Architecture: how to build world-class, award winning, creative, innovative, sustainable, liveable and beautiful spaces that foster a sense of place and well beingLeading architect Reinier de Graaf De Graaf punctures the myths behind the debates on what contemporary architecture is, with wit and devastating honesty. No longer does it suffice to judge a building solely by its appearance, it must be measured, and certified. Architecture, it seems, has become too important to leave to architects.
De Graff dryly skewers the doublespeak and hot air of an industry in search of an identity in the 21st century. When architects talk about "Excellence," "Sustainability," "Well-being," "Liveability," "Placemaking," "Creativity," "Beauty" and "Innovation" what do they actually mean?In architect, verb. Who determines how to measure a "green building"? Why