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Los Angeles: The Architecture Of Four Ecologies,Used
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Reyner Banham Examined The Built Environment Of Los Angeles In A Way No Architectural Historian Before Him Had Done, Looking With Fresh Eyes At Its Manifestations Of Popular Taste And Industrial Ingenuity, As Well As Its More Traditional Modes Of Residential And Commercial Building. His Construct Of 'Four Ecologies' Examined The Ways Angelenos Relate To The Beach, The Freeways, The Flatlands, And The Foothills. Banham Delighted In This Mobile City And Identified It As An Exemplar Of The Posturban Future. In A Spectacular New Foreword, Architect And Scholar Joe Day Explores How The Structure Of Los Angeles, The Concept Of 'Ecology,' And The Relevance Of Banham'S Ideas Have Changed Over The Past Thirtyfive Years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Los Angeles: The Architecture of Four Ecologies'? A: The book focuses on Reyner Banham's examination of the built environment of Los Angeles, exploring its architectural diversity through the lens of four distinct ecologies: the beach, freeways, flatlands, and foothills.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Reyner Banham, a noted architectural historian known for his unique perspectives on urban environments.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the second edition of 'Los Angeles: The Architecture of Four Ecologies', published on March 5, 2009.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 296 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is in new condition.
- Q: What insights does Joe Day provide in the foreword? A: In the foreword, architect Joe Day discusses the evolution of Los Angeles's structure, the concept of ecology, and the relevance of Banham's ideas over the past thirty-five years.
- Q: What historical perspectives does Banham offer in the book? A: Banham provides a historical perspective that highlights the interplay between popular taste, industrial ingenuity, and traditional building practices in Los Angeles.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students of architecture? A: Yes, this book is suitable for students of architecture, urban studies, and anyone interested in the unique architectural landscape of Los Angeles.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the architectural identity of Los Angeles, the concept of four ecologies, and how these elements reflect the city's posturban future.