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about the book
title
The Sky’s the Limit
subtitle editors
Applying Radical
Architecture
category
Architecture
New possibilities for seemingly impossible buildings and spaces.
In contemporary architecture, nothing appears impossible anymore. Today,
every form, space, and idea—no matter how visionary, radical, or confounding—proves
not only conceivable, but also technically feasible. Advances in
innovative materials and digital construction tools empower a new generation
of architects, engineers, and designers to build structures that would
have previously remained mere dreams. This emergence of a new vernacular
of radically sculpted buildings, rooms, and installations melds rigorous
usability with a playful and cutting-edge aesthetic, facilitating highly functional
yet undeniably exhilarating spaces.
R. Klanten, S. Ehmann, S. Borges
features
full color, hardcover
pages size
288
price
isbn
24 × 30 cm
€ 49.90 {D} £ 45 $ 78
978-3-89955-422-9
The Sky’s the Limit serves as a compelling and international exploration of
these seemingly impossible, yet surprisingly practical structures and spaces
by both young and established talents. Within the book, spectacularly formed
permanent buildings mingle alongside expressive interiors and exteriors for
both temporary projects and urban interventions.
The Sky’s the Limit challenges architects, engineers, interior designers, artists,
booth builders, material experts, and exhibition planners to discover
and develop innovative design and construction techniques. The projects
featured here have all been built and are actively in use, transporting us to
the outer limits of our spatial imagination.
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