A once raw material that has become a vector of innovation and aesthetics
Nüspace presents Taschen's Contemporary Concrete Buildings , a captivating book that highlights the most impressive achievements of contemporary concrete architecture. Long perceived as a raw and impersonal material, often associated with utilitarian infrastructure and monotonous apartment blocks, concrete has nevertheless evolved to become one of the most noble and innovative materials of the 21st century. Malleable and durable, this true "liquid stone" allows architects and engineers to explore new forms and push the boundaries of what is possible.
From iconic figures like Zaha Hadid and Tadao Ando to emerging talents
This book offers a selection of the most striking concrete constructions of recent years. It features works by major figures in contemporary architecture, such as Zaha Hadid, Herzog & de Meuron, Tadao Ando and Steven Holl, as well as emerging architects, such as the members of the Russian collective SPEECH, who are pushing the boundaries of creativity with bold and innovative approaches. The book also highlights visionary artists such as James Turrell, who used the famous concrete spiral of the Guggenheim in New York, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, as the backdrop for one of his most spectacular works.
From monumental sculpture to minimalist dwellings
Far from the stereotypes associated with concrete, this book celebrates its renewal and its transformation into a vector of beauty, sophistication and architectural innovation. From sculptural monuments to minimalist dwellings, each project presented illustrates the incredible diversity and potential of concrete as an exceptional material. Fluid curves, sharp angles, varied textures, each construction demonstrates how modern engineering and the creativity of architects make it possible to transcend this raw material into true works of art.
Photographs, plans and technical analyses for in-depth exploration
With a rich iconography, including spectacular photographs, detailed plans and technical analyses, Contemporary Concrete Buildings is a fascinating exploration of this timeless and revolutionary material. More than just an architecture book, it offers a fresh look at an unavoidable trend, where innovation, ingenuity and aesthetics meet to redefine urban and natural space.
- Authors: Philip Jodidio
- languages: English, French and German
- 632 pages
| Description | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 5.5" | 14 cm |
| Height | 7.7" | 19.5 cm |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs | 1 kg |
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