Michael Jenson

Mapping the Global Architect of Alterity

Practice, Representation and Education

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Produktbeschreibung

Exploring the transformations globalization has unleashed on architecture, this book is a call to consider the broad range of issues involved and the forces influencing architecture's role in our modern globalizing world.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
• Seitenzahl: 192
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. März 2014
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 213mm x 137mm x 13mm
• Gewicht: 277g
• ISBN-13: 9780415818971
• ISBN-10: 0415818974
• Artikelnr.: 39595222

Autorenporträt

Michael K. Jenson is an Associate Professor of Architecture and Current Associate Dean for Academic Affairs for the College of Architecture and Planning at the University of Colorado, Denver. He has practiced in Dallas, New York, Paris, and Denver and has worked on urban design/architecture projects in China, France, Germany, and the USA. His teaching and research explore interdisciplinary dialogues that cultivate innovation in architectural technology and urbanism.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction: Mapping the Global Architect of Alterity Part 1: 21st Century
Global Design Processes 1. Architecture Writ Large 2. Subverting the
'Straight and Narrow' 3. Towards s Globally Equitable Relationship Between
Nature & Humanity Part 2: Global Design Perspectives: Identity,
Materiality, & Cultural Diversity 4. New Urban Topologies 5. Wholesale
Urbanism 6. Towards a Globalized "Junk" Architecture of Magnitude 7. The
Global Nomad Part 3: Globalizing Architecture And Design Education 8.
Towards a "Globalized" Studio Environment: Configuring Reflexive Spatial
Agendas 9. Educating The 21st Century Global Architect. Conclusion:
Complexity, Alterity, & the Contemporary