Ryan, Brent D.

The Largest Art

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ISBN 13:
9780262036672
author:
Ryan, Brent D.
format:
HardBack
publisher:
MIT Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2017
Pages:
384
Dimensions:
23.37 x 21.34 x 2.79 centimetres
Genre:
Arts & Photography, Architecture & Design, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£32.27

Description

The Largest Art: A Measured Manifesto for a Plural Urbanism by Brent D. Ryan is a foundational work that challenges traditional notions of urban design and architecture. In this thought-provoking book, Ryan argues that urban design encompasses more than architecture, with its own unique qualities and principles. Ryan explores the concept of pluralism in urban design, highlighting its key characteristics such as diverse scales, multiple owners, and various agents involved. He examines three notable urban design projects through this lens, revisiting the work of influential pluralist thinkers from the past. The book also presents three imaginative scenarios for the future of urbanism, inviting readers to consider alternative possibilities. Ultimately, Ryan's manifesto emphasizes the importance of acknowledging eternal change, inevitable incompleteness, and flexible fidelity in urban design. By doing so, he provides a framework for understanding the complexities of urban development and the need for a more nuanced approach to designing cities.

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