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Methods of construction are evolving rapidly, driven by sustainability demands, new technical possibilities, the optimization of materials, and more efficient processes. This precise and detailed analysis of 25 Swiss projects render visible the often-hidden innovation within contemporary architecture. Five different construction methods are documented using photographs and isometric analytical drawings of building shells at a scale of 1:15. This book is intended to stimulate a profound discussion of future developments.

  • Detailed insight into construction methods using the example of contemporary Swiss architecture
  • Isometric detail drawings and a unique photo essay
  • Buildings by EMI, Caruso St John, Peter Märkli, Meier Hug, Esch Sintzel, and many more

Hybrid, Mauerwerk, Beton, Holz, Stahl

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A Paperback / softback by Daniel Mettler, Daniel Studer, Irène von Meiss-Leuthold

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    Publisher: Birkhauser
    Publication Date: 24/10/2023
    ISBN13: 9783035627442, 978-3035627442
    ISBN10: 3035627444
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    Architectural details, components and motifs Materials in architecture Sustainable architecture and design

    Description

    Book Synopsis

    Details today

    Methods of construction are evolving rapidly, driven by sustainability demands, new technical possibilities, the optimization of materials, and more efficient processes. This precise and detailed analysis of 25 Swiss projects render visible the often-hidden innovation within contemporary architecture. Five different construction methods are documented using photographs and isometric analytical drawings of building shells at a scale of 1:15. This book is intended to stimulate a profound discussion of future developments.

    • Detailed insight into construction methods using the example of contemporary Swiss architecture
    • Isometric detail drawings and a unique photo essay
    • Buildings by EMI, Caruso St John, Peter Märkli, Meier Hug, Esch Sintzel, and many more

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