Brillembourg, Alfredo

Torre David: Anarcho Vertical Communities

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ISBN 13:
9783037782989
author:
Brillembourg, Alfredo
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Lars Müller
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
24
Dimensions:
19 x 4 x 26 cm
Genre:
Art, Architecture & Photography, Architecture, Planning, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£39.93

Description

Torre David Informal Vertical Communities by Urban-Think Tank is a unique exploration of urban development and community resilience. This book presents the story of Torre David, an incomplete skyscraper in Caracas that has been transformed into a thriving vertical favela by its residents. Photographer Iwan Baan's documentation captures the complexities of this unconventional community, revealing the ways in which people have adapted and improvised to create a vibrant, self-sufficient space. The book provides a fascinating insight into the intersection of architecture, urban design, and social dynamics. Through its pages, Torre David Informal Vertical Communities sheds light on the power of human creativity and resourcefulness in the face of adversity, offering a thought-provoking perspective on the future of urban living.

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