Philipp Meuser (Author, Editor)
Astana: Architectural Guide
- ISBN 13:
- 9783869224060
- author:
- Philipp Meuser (Author, Editor)
- format:
- Perfect Paperback
- publisher:
- DOM Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 200
- Dimensions:
- 24.4 x 13.7 x 2 cm
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Astana, situated in the vast expanse of Kazakhstan's steppe, has emerged as an architectural experiment like no other. Once a Soviet outpost, the city has evolved into a hub for innovative and unique building designs.
This comprehensive guide documents eighty diverse buildings and projects, exploring the complex interplay between Eastern traditions, Western models, and Soviet influences that shape Central Eurasian architecture at the dawn of the 21st century.
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