Bits and Spaces: Architecture and Computing for Physical, Virtual, Hybrid Realms : 33 Projects by Architecture and CAAD, ETH Zurich

Maia Engeli

ISBN 10: 3764364165 / ISBN 13: 9783764364168

Published by Birkhauser Verlag AG, 2001

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Bits and Spaces: Architecture and Computing for Physical, Virtual, Hybrid Realms : 33 Projects by Architecture and CAAD, ETH Zurich
• Publisher: Birkhauser Verlag AG
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3764364165
• ISBN 13: 9783764364168
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

"Bits and Spaces" presents 33 exciting new projects which demonstrate the growing significance of CAAD for today's architects. Divided into 5 main chapters: Design in Space and Time; Learning and Creative Collaboration; Virtual Environments; IT and Practice; and Blurring Boundaries, the projects illustrate how computers can be used innovatively and creatively in designing physical, virtual and hybrid architecture. Particular emphasis is placed on the interaction between man and computer, and also on the aesthetic aspects. The book is accompanied by a CD-Rom which documents the design processes through animation sequences, demonstrating the dynamic features of the projects. Whilst these tools, installations and multi-media projects have arisen out of the field of architecture, they exceed the narrow confines of this discipline to touch upon areas such as interior design, graphic design and information technology.

About the Author

Maia Engeli is Assistent Professor for CAAD and architecture at the ETH, Zürich, and has been active in this field for many years. Coming from the first generation of computer users, she has worked Harvard University and the Media Lab at MIT and is at