Troppo Architects

Philip Goad; Glenn Murcutt

ISBN 10: 079460336X / ISBN 13: 9780794603366

Published by Periplus, Singapore, 2005

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Troppo Architects
• Publisher: Periplus, Singapore
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 079460336X
• ISBN 13: 9780794603366
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Photography Patrick Bingham-Hall
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Architecture

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Synopsis

Historically, the phrase "going troppo" came into prominence during World War II. It meant to be "heat affected", one went "off", a little mad in the heat of the tropics. This is the story of two architects who "went troppo", but in doing so, found another state. For them it meant becoming acclimatized, not going "off" at all, but understanding the place. "Going troppo" was revealing—even enlightening—and it would provide the basis for a new practice of architecture in Australia’s Northern Territory.

About the Author

Philip Goad is Professor of Architecture at the Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning at the University of Melbourne.

Patrick Bingham-Hall was the photographer for Singapore Architecture, Architecture Bali and Houses for the 21st Century.