Kisho Kurokawa Architects and Associates : the philosophy of symbiosis from the age of the machine to the age of life.

Main entry:

Kurokawa, Kishō, 1934-2007.

Title & Author:

Kisho Kurokawa Architects and Associates : the philosophy of symbiosis from the age of the machine to the age of life.

Publication:

Description:

199 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 33 cm

Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.

Summary:

"Kisho Kurokawa Architects and Associates was established on April 8, 1962 in Tokyo, Japan. Since that time it has grown into one of the most prominent architectural firms in the world, with branch offices in Osaka, Paris, and Kuala Lumpur. The firm's philosophy is based mostly on Kurokawa's theory of "architectural symbiosis". Working from a concept integral to many fields of discourse, Kurokawa attempts to create structures that relate to the program, climate, cultural identity, and geography of a given project." "The firm maintains an atelier-like creative atmosphere, with Kisho Kurokawa as the core architect, while simultaneously fostering a large-scale, efficient, engineering-oriented atmosphere. These two seemingly antithetical elements are balanced by the talent of Kurokawa and the dedication of his staff." "The have implemented a high-tech Computer-Aided Design system (CAD), which is updated regularly. This sophisticated in-house computer encourages the multi-purpose adaptability of the architecture and the realization of the design itself." "With syndicates all over the world, Kisho Kurokawa Architects and Associates provides services that eliminate the border between architecture and urban context. The firm fulfills the particular requests of its clients by providing general services for a project's construction management, as well as other services that are deemed necessary."--BOOK JACKET.

ISBN:

0966223071
9780966223071

Subject:

Kurokawa, Kishō, 1934-2007.
Kurokawa, Kishō, 1934-
Kisho Kurokawa Architects and Associates.
Metabolism in architecture (Movement)
Architecture, Modern 20th century.
Architecture 20e siècle.
Metabolism (Groupe d'architectes japonais)
Metabolism (movement)
Architecture, Modern

Holdings:

Location: Library main 217099
Call No.: NA44.K969.23 K5 2001
Status: Available

Location: Library main 217100
Call No.: NA44.K969.23 K5 2001
Status: Available

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