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Discussion: Earthen Roofs – the Architecture of the Pueblo Peoples in the South-Western US
The Pueblo peoples of the south-western United States have occupied their semi-arid homeland since – in their own words – “time immemorial”. The arch...
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Discussion: Protection and Function – Flat Roofs as Living Space
In early history, man sought shelter in caves. The first step towards a freely designed dwelling – before the invention of the house – was the erecti...
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Discussion: Wiel Arets on His Concept for the City
Detail: Le Corbusier dreamt of roof gardens removed from the noise of the road. You are planning an entire city with a second level at a height of 18 ...
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British Museum, London
Sir Robert Smirke´s plans for the British Museum (1823-52) contained a planted central courtyard intended for use as a public garden. Soon after its c...
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Discussion: Pavilions of the Nations at Expo 2000 in Hanover
However disappointing many of the exhibitions at?Expo?2000?may?seem,?with?their?over-reliance?on?electronic?screens,?one?redeeming feature may be fou...
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Bathing Pavilion in Tussols-Basil, Spain
Set in an extensive park, the pavilion is slightly curved on plan, reflecting the course of the nearby river and the contours of the hillside to the r...
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