"In recent years the facades of a building have become increasingly significant due to unconventional choices of materials and the use of innovative technology. More and more the external surfaces are being perceived and designed as an integral part of the building. This skin, a protective mantle, defines not only the interior but also the adjoining exterior space. It is the visiting card of the building." "In this, the second volume in the series "in Detail", the wide-ranging aspects of facade design are discussed. Focussing on the choice of materials and their application, the aesthetic…
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Editions
3 editions · 2 languages
Other · English · 2006
Birkhäuser Boston · 9781299863873
Other · German · 2012
de Gruyter GmbH, Walter · 9783034615082
Other · German · 2006
Birkhäuser · 198 pages · 9783764376406
Exterior wallsFacadesArchitectural designArchitectural structure & designArchitecture (Specific Aspects)ArchitectureArt & Art InstructionDesign - General
