Indonesia. Architectural Guide : With QR codes

Imelda Akmal

ISBN 10: 3869224258 / ISBN 13: 9783869224251

Published by Dom Publishers Okt 2015, 2015

Neuware - How does the world's fifth largest population express itself in terms of architecture Is there any common language when it comes to planning and construction For the past seven decades, both Indonesian and international architects have developed new ideas in order to fulfill the demands of the country's 250 million inhabitants, in line with economic progress. Imelda Akmal's 'Architectural Guide Indonesia' presents over one hundred must-visit buildings which date from the post-independence era, starting in 1945, to the present day. This book explores buildings that still embrace traditional Indonesian architectural heritage as well as those whose design is based on practical considerations, thus offering a valuable insight into the works of emerging and established architects. In total the guide features carefully selected buildings with all salient information as to their dates of construction, architects and locality by way of QR codes. Seller Inventory # 9783869224251

Synopsis:

The fifth largest population in the world is rapidly expanding. For the past seven decades, both Indonesian and international architects have developed new ideas in order to fulfill the demands of the country’s 250 million inhabitants, in line with economic progress. Imelda Akmal’s Architectural Guide Indonesia presents over one hundred must-visit buildings which date from the post-independence era (1945) to the present day. The book explores buildings that still embrace traditional Indonesian architectural heritage as well as those whose design is based on practical considerations, thus offering a valuable insight into the works of emerging and established architects. Each project is illustrated with stunning color photographs and detailed information to facilitate an understanding of its historical and political context.

About the Author: Imelda Akmal, Indonesian-born publisher and chief editor of Archinesia Bookgazine. Studied Architecture at Trisakti University and Interior Design at the RMIT Melbourne in 1999. Obtained her Masters in Architectural History, Theory and Criticism at the Architectural Association School of Architecture in London. In 2010 she and her husband Sonny Sandjaya established IMAJI Books, an independent publishing company with a focus on art, design and culture in Jakarta.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Indonesia. Architectural Guide : With QR ...
Publisher: Dom Publishers Okt 2015
Publication Date: 2015
Binding: Taschenbuch
Condition: Neu