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Examines buildings from the past half century or so that pushed the boundaries of what was architecturally acceptable when they were built. This book explores the history of these buildings and their makers, presenting relevant biographical factors and socio-cultural influences that impacted on the distinctive designs.

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1. The Triumph of Geometry: Circles, Rectangles, Triangles, and Trapezoids • 2. Space Age Aesthetics • 3. Pop Culture and Design • 4. Shards and Shapes: Skyscraper Style • 5. Escape to the Past? Or Back from the Future?

Why You Can Build it Like That

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    A Paperback / softback by John Zukowsky

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      Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
      Published 24 August 2015
      ISBN-13 9780500291788
      978-0500291788
      ISBN-10 0500291780

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Examines buildings from the past half century or so that pushed the boundaries of what was architecturally acceptable when they were built. This book explores the history of these buildings and their makers, presenting relevant biographical factors and socio-cultural influences that impacted on the distinctive designs.

      Table of Contents
      1. The Triumph of Geometry: Circles, Rectangles, Triangles, and Trapezoids • 2. Space Age Aesthetics • 3. Pop Culture and Design • 4. Shards and Shapes: Skyscraper Style • 5. Escape to the Past? Or Back from the Future?

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