Mallgrave, Harry Francis

Building Paradise: Episodes in Paradisiacal Thinking

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ISBN 13:: 9781032014029
author:: Mallgrave, Harry Francis
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Taylor & Francis Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 286
Dimensions:: 25.4 x 17.8 centimetres (0.35 kg
Genre:: Arts & Photography, Architecture & Design, General,
Condition:: New
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Building Paradise Episodes in Paradisiacal Thinking by Harry Francis Mallgrave is a sweeping historical study that seeks to construct a garden ethic for the design arts. It explores how our recent ecological and biological insights can inform more intelligent building practices, moving beyond current design standards. The idea of paradise has evolved over time, influencing various cultures and artistic movements. From its origins in ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt to its appearance in Buddhist, Judeo-Christian, and Islamic traditions, the concept has been a driving force behind architectural and urban designs. This book examines how our built environments shape culture and argues for a design ethic centered on human needs and aspirations. Written for students and academics in architecture and related fields, Building Paradise Episodes in Paradisiacal Thinking offers a biophilic approach to understanding the relationship between humans and their surroundings, highlighting efforts to build paradise in a material way.

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