The theory of architecture : concepts, themes and practices

Author:Paul-Alan Johnson

Summary:The Theory of Architecture Concepts, Themes & Practices Paul-Alan Johnson Although it has long been thought that theory directs architectural practice, no one has explained precisely how the connection between theory and practice is supposed to work.

Print Book, English, 1994

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Publisher: John Wiley, New York, 1994

Physical Description:486 pages

ISBN:

9780471285335, 0471285331

OCLC Number / Unique Identifier:1110787927

Subjects:

Architecture Philosophical perspectives

Architecture Theories of

Contents:

Theoretical Positions. The Definition of Architecture. Power Structures and the Architect. Professional Attitudes. Ethics and Architecture. Ordering Architecture. Authority in Architecture. Governing Concepts of Architects. Relationships in Architecture. Architecture Expression. References. Index.

Notes:

Reprint of edition originally published by Van Nostrand Reinhold