Tabb, Phillip James
Thin Place Design: Architecture of the Numinous
- ISBN 13:
- 9781032408293
- author:
- Tabb, Phillip James
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 212
- Dimensions:
- 25.2 x 17.6 x 1.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Architecture & Design, Criticism,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Thin Place Design: Architecture of the Numinous explores the concept of thin places and their significance in architecture and urban design. This work delves into the origins and characteristics of these spaces, highlighting how they facilitate connections between the secular and sacred.
The book focuses on awe-inspiring experiences, particularly in relation to buildings and urban settings that blur the boundaries between profane and numinous space. It examines specific examples, such as Siena Campo and Taos Square, and reveals the defining patterns that contribute to charged awe experiences.
Through a detailed analysis of place characteristics and twenty specific ectypal patterns, Thin Place Design sheds light on the role of thin places in shaping our relationship with architecture and the environment. This insightful exploration is essential for architects, designers, and anyone interested in the intersection of design and spirituality.
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