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Revolving Architecture: A History of Buildings that Rotate, Swivel, and Pivot,Used
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Alternately lauded as the future of architecture or dismissed as pure folly, revolving buildings are a fascinating missing chapter in architectural history with surprising relevance to issues in contemporary architectural design. Rotating structures have been employed to solve problems and create effects that stationary buildings can't achieve. Rotating buildings offered everchanging vistas and made interior spaces more flexible and adaptable. They were used to impress visitors, treat patients, and improve the green qualities of a structure by keeping particular rooms in or out of the sun.The followup to his critically acclaimed book Aframe, Chad Randl's Revolving Architecture: A History of Buildings that Rotate, Swivel, and Pivot explores the history of this unique building type, investigating the cultural forces that have driven people to design and inhabit them. Revolving Architecture is packed with a variety of fantastic revolving structures such as a jail that kept inmates under a warden's constant surveillance, glamorous revolving restaurants, tuberculosis treatment wards, houses, theaters, and even a contemporary residential building whose fullfloor apartments circle independently of each other. International examples from the late 1800s though the present demonstrate the variety and innovation of these dynamic structures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Revolving Architecture'? A: 'Revolving Architecture: A History of Buildings that Rotate, Swivel, and Pivot' focuses on the historical significance and innovative aspects of rotating architectural structures, exploring their cultural relevance and how they address unique challenges in contemporary design.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Revolving Architecture' is Chad Randl, known for his previous work 'A-frame'.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Revolving Architecture' contains a total of 208 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Revolving Architecture' published? A: 'Revolving Architecture' was published on July 3, 2008.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Revolving Architecture' is in new condition, ensuring a mint-quality experience for readers.
- Q: What are some features of the book? A: The book features guaranteed packaging, same-day dispatch for orders received before 12 noon, and a no-quibbles return policy.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: 'Revolving Architecture' is aimed at architecture enthusiasts, students, and professionals interested in innovative building designs and historical architectural trends.
- Q: What unique buildings are discussed in the book? A: The book covers various unique revolving structures, including glamorous restaurants, treatment wards for tuberculosis, and a jail designed for constant surveillance of inmates.
- Q: Does the book provide international examples of revolving architecture? A: Yes, 'Revolving Architecture' includes international examples from the late 1800s to the present, showcasing the diversity and innovation of rotating structures.