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Now We See Now: Architecture And Research By The Living
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Now We See Now Chronicles The Projects And Findings Of A Firm That Is Charting Bold New Directions In Generative Design And Other Intersections Of Science And Architecture.In The Context Of Massive And Accelerating Change In Technology, Science, Climate, And Society The Nature Of Architectural Design Is Also Evolving And Coming To Life In New Ways.New Yorkbased Office The Living Has Developed A Unique Design Approach That Explores Projects Through The Application Of New Technologies, Materials, And The Growing Field Of Generative Design (Design That Uses Software To Emulate Nature'S Evolutionary Processes).These Methods Are Futuristic, Even Utopian, But Also Raw And Immediate In Their Application Of Handson Prototyping And Testing Through Making. The Living Addresses Urgent Issues Through Reframing Design With Today'S Tools.David Benjamin, Founding Principal Of The Living, Explains His Methodologies Through Numerous Projects And Abundant Research That Are Making Real Inroads To What Is Increasingly Known As Generative Design.Benjamin Executes Numerous Projects That Demonstrate These Surprising Techniques, Including The Princeton Embodied Computation Lab, A New Building For Research On Nextgeneration Design And Construction Technologies; Hyfi, A Branching Tower For Moma Ps1 Made Of A New Type Of Biodegradable Brick; And Using Principles Of Adaptive Networks To Prototype New Structural Dividers For Airbus That Are Nearly 50% Lighter Than Traditional Ones.Now We See Now Documents This Emerging Body Of Work And Points To New Directions For An Evolving Discipline, Surveying Projects At A Variety Of Scales For A Variety For Clients. For An Era Where Rapid Change Is The Norm, The Living Demonstrates How Future Design Practices Can Embrace Uncertainty And Generate Surprising Solutions To Tomorrow'S Challenges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Now We See Now'? A: 'Now We See Now' focuses on the innovative projects and research conducted by The Living, a New York-based architecture firm, emphasizing generative design and the intersection of architecture with technology and science.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Now We See Now'? A: The book is authored by David Benjamin, who is the founding principal of The Living.
- Q: What is generative design as discussed in the book? A: Generative design is a design approach that uses software to emulate natural evolutionary processes, allowing architects to explore new forms and structures.
- Q: How many pages does 'Now We See Now' contain? A: 'Now We See Now' contains a total of 592 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Now We See Now' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Now We See Now' published? A: 'Now We See Now' was published on November 20, 2018.
- Q: What kind of projects are highlighted in the book? A: The book highlights various projects by The Living, including the Princeton Embodied Computation Lab and the Hy-Fi installation at MoMA PS1, showcasing innovative architectural solutions.
- Q: Is 'Now We See Now' suitable for individuals interested in architecture? A: 'Now We See Now' is highly suitable for anyone interested in architecture, especially those keen on exploring contemporary design practices and technological advancements in the field.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: 'Now We See Now' is described as an illustrated edition, featuring visual representations of the projects and concepts discussed.
- Q: What challenges in architecture does the book address? A: The book addresses urgent challenges in architecture related to rapid technological change, climate issues, and the evolving nature of design, proposing generative design as a solution.