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Versatility and Vicissitude: Performance in MorphoEcological Design,Used
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This third AD by the guesteditors of the highly successful Emergence and techniques and technologies in Morphogenetic Design titles shifts the morphoecological design project into the realm of performance. Whereas the dictionary definition of performance to 'carry out an action' or 'to fulfill a task' invokes a tired utilitarian debate, Hensel and Menges inject the meaning of the word 'performance' with an entirely new life. In this context, form is redefined not as the shape of a material object alone, but as the multitude of effects, a milieu of conditions, modulations and microclimates that emanate from an object's exchange with its specific environment, a dynamic relationship that is perceived and interacted with by a subject. A synergetic employment of performance and morphoecological techniques combine to create integral design solutions that will render an alternative model for sustainability. This issue presents historical precursors and precedents for this approach, as well as the current state of the art of morphoecological design. Key contributors include: Klaus Bollinger and Manfred Grohmann of Bollinger & Grohmann, Aleksandra Jaeschke, OCEAN, Professor Remo Pedreschi, Defne Sunguroglu, Peter Trummer and Michael Weinstock.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Versatility and Vicissitude: Performance in Morpho-Ecological Design'? A: The book shifts the focus of morpho-ecological design into performance, redefining form as the interplay between an object and its environment.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is edited by Michael Hensel and features contributions from various experts including Klaus Bollinger and Manfred Grohmann.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on April 21, 2008.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book is categorized under Architecture.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Versatility and Vicissitude'? A: The book contains 144 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This title is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in architectural design? A: While the book addresses advanced concepts in morpho-ecological design, it can provide valuable insights for beginners interested in performance-based architecture.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for sustainability in design? A: Yes, it presents integral design solutions that offer alternative models for sustainability in architecture.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in this book? A: Key themes include performance, morpho-ecological techniques, and the dynamic relationship between design and environment.
- Q: Is 'Versatility and Vicissitude' part of a series? A: Yes, it is the third volume edited by the same guest-editors who worked on previous successful titles in the Emergence series.