SHoP : out of practice / Kimberly J. Holden [and others] ; introduction by Philip Nobel.

Title & Author:

SHoP : out of practice / Kimberly J. Holden [and others] ; introduction by Philip Nobel.

Edition:

1st ed.

Publication:

Description:

431 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm

Notes:
Introduction / Philip Nobel -- Dunescape -- Does architecture need style? -- Virgin Atlantic Upper Class Clubhouse -- What classifies architectural practice? -- Hangil Book House -- What is the form of finance? -- The Porter House -- What is the economy of optimization? -- Mitchell Park -- What are the rewards of risk? -- Pedestrian bridges at Ground Zero -- Does bureaucracy kill innovation? -- East River Waterfront -- Practice, politics, finance, technology, sustainability -- Fashion Institute of Technology -- What makes construction intelligent? -- South Street Seaport -- Can buildings evolve? -- Media company headquarters -- Does size matter? -- Supertall mixed-use -- Can we go beyond green bling? -- Botswana Innovation Hub -- Are computers the answer? -- Barclays Center at Atlantic Yards -- Projects.

Summary:

An insider's look into one of contemporary architecture's most cutting-edge firms. SHoP's striking projects and unique business model are captured in this book. Designed in a playful and intricate manner, SHoP: Out of Practice reflects the character and attitudes of the firm itself. Thirteen projects are shown in great detail, including the Barclays Center at Atlantic Yards, Brooklyn; a master plan for the East River Waterfront, New York; and Dunescape, winner of the annual MoMA/P.S.1 competition for a summer courtyard installation.

ISBN:

9781580932714 (hardcover)
1580932711 (hardcover)

Subject:

SHoP (Firm)
Sharples Holden Pasquarelli
Architecture, Modern 21st century.
Architecture 21e siècle.
Architecture, Modern
Architektur
Arkitektkontor.
Förenta staterna.

Form/genre:

Catalogs.
architectural drawings (visual works)
Architectural drawings.
Dessins d'architecture.

Added entries:

Holden, Kimberly J.

Holdings:

Location: Library main 277089
Call No.: BIB 211742
Status: Available

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