New Architecture and Technology

Introduction

Many books have covered the topics of architecture, materials and technology. New Architecture and Technology is the first to explore the interrelation between these three subjects.

Impact of Technology and Materials

It illustrates the impact of modern technology and materials on architecture. The book explores the technical progress of building showing how developments, both past and present, are influenced by design methods.

Survey of Contemporary Architecture

It provides a survey of contemporary architecture, as affected by construction technology. It also explores aspects of building technology within the context of general industrial, social and economic developments.

Learning Outcomes

The reader will acquire a vocabulary covering the entire range of structure types and learn a new approach to understanding the development of design.