Building Berlin, Vol. 2 : The Latest Architecture in and Out of the Capital

Meyer, Friederike

ISBN 10: 3037681349 / ISBN 13: 9783037681343

Published by Braun GmbH & Company, G., 2013

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Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Building Berlin, Vol. 2 : The Latest Architecture in and Out of the Capital
• Publisher: Braun GmbH & Company, G.
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3037681349
• ISBN 13: 9783037681343
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 0.5 pounds

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Synopsis

Over the last 20 years architecture in and from Berlin has emerged as a global brand. Like Vol. 1, this new edition of "Building Berlin" showcases the most interesting 70 new buildings in and outside of the German capital. Each project is presented on the basis of informative texts, the most important facts as well as insightful photographic and planning documents. The contextual essays for each of the eight sections in this volume cover a wide and interesting range of subjects. While Sarah Tschernigow compares metro systems in cities such as Berlin, Shanghai, Stockholm and Dubai, Falk Jaeger discusses the relevance of drawings and sketches for the contemporary work of the architect. In his contribution Gerwin Zohlen analyses the urban functions of the current and future government buildings in Berlin and the different impacts they have on the city.

From the Back Cover

Berlin's architecture and architecture 'made in Berlin' enjoy worldwide acclaim and attention. The variety of ideas, the technical perfection with which it is implemented and the attention to ecological aspects are essential factors which characterise the building culture in and from Berlin.3

In the past year, marvellous new buildings, astonishing facelifts and wonderful interiors have been designed and created - not only in the capital itself but also in other countries. An essay has been allocated to each of the eight topic sections. These essays look at what is currently happening in Berlin on the ever-changing architectural front. The essays deal with topics such as the urbanisation of the government district, architectural drawings and archiving them as well as an international comparison of underground stations from the point of view of contemporary design.