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"The book gives an overview of the architectural detailing of a galaxy of prominent Dutch architectural practices of the moment. Rather than offering standard details, it shows details whose chief significance is contextual. The accompanying text explains how these architects are able to deploy details in such a way as to achieve maximum architectural effect with the result that the details form an important part of the architect's signature." --Book Jacket.
Propelled by the popular success of Rem Koolhaas, Dutch architecture is basking in critical and commercial success across the globe. This phone-book sized collection features all of the key players in Dutch architecture, presenting their work through detailed drawings and stunning photography. Super Dutch is graphic proof why this small handful of practitoners is shaping the future direction of architecture.
Passion and Control explores Dutch architectural culture of the eighteenth century, revealing the central importance of architecture to society in this period and redefining long-established paradigms of early modern architectural history. Architecture was a passion for many of the men and women in this book; wealthy patrons, burgomasters, princes and scientists were all in turn infected with architectural mania. It was a passion shared with artists, architects and builders, and a vast cast of Dutch society who contributed to a complex web of architectural discourse and who influenced building practice. The author presents a rich tapestry of sources to reconstruct the cultural context and meaning of these buildings as they were perceived by contemporaries, including representations in texts, drawings and prints, and builds on recent research by cultural historians on consumerism, material culture and luxury, print culture and the public sphere, and the history of ideas and mentalities.
- The Netherlands' best contemporary top architects - The book for architecture fans - Includes images and plans of impressive and modern architecture projects at home and abroad - The successor to Belgian Architects Today 9789401491068 Architecture writer Agata Toromanoff introduces the Netherland's 40 most influential contemporary architects and a selection of their most celebrated buildings in full color photography. This volume showcases works from the most famous Dutch architect-designers such as Benthem Crouwel Architects, Mecanoo, MVRDV, OMA, UNStudio, atelier PRO architekten, LEVS architecten, Paul de Ruiter Architects and many more. Several pages are dedicated to each architect, outlining their influences and ideas and revealing the designs that have brought them fame. Discover the true extent of the creative achievements that lie within the careers of these architectural giants. Captivating biographies alongside breathtaking photos. A book that is both informative and beautiful. Text in English and Dutch.
I. Introduction A. Overview of the history and development of architecture in the Netherlands B. Purpose and scope of the book C. Key themes and topics to be covered II. Gothic Architecture A. Overview and characteristics of Gothic architecture in the Netherlands B. Key examples of Gothic architecture in the Netherlands C. Historical and cultural context of Gothic architecture in the Netherlands III. Renaissance and Baroque Architecture A. Overview and characteristics of Renaissance and Baroque architecture in the Netherlands B. Key examples of Renaissance and Baroque architecture in the Netherlands C. Historical and cultural context of Renaissance and Baroque architecture in the Netherlands...
Drawing from the collection of the Netherlands Architecture Institute, which spans almost two centuries of architecture history, this book presents a portrait of the Netherlands. The book brings together the designs, buildings and ideas that have defined the image of Dutch architecture.
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Portrays a new generation of architects, designers and planners in the Netherlands who have left behind the urban master plans and iconic concepts, and taken a more small-scale, DIY and community-focused perspective on city-making.