the global resource of new and innovative materials for architects, artists and designers Beylerian, George M. creator author. Sherr, Leslie H. author. Material ConneXion (Firm) text bibliography nyu London Thames & Hudson 2005 2014 monographic eng

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287 p .: colour illustrations ; 249 cm. A first title in the ambitious new series that identifies and examines the innovative materials that are transforming art, design, and technology practice. Materials technology is the single most important agent of change in our entire designed landscape, from the buildings in which we live and work to the clothes we wear. This volume on architecture features carefully selected buildings that showcase the innovative use of a particular material. The book focuses on specific categories of materials and features an extensive range of projects, from the Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision to the Ordos Art and City Museum in Mongolia.-- "Material ConneXion is a consultancy agency with expertise in innovative and sustainable materials. The agency's library of innovative and sustainable materials and processes is the largest of its kind in the world"--Page 4 of cover. George M. Beylerian, Andrew Dent, Anita Moryadas. Includes bibliographical references (page 218). Building materials Architectural design Materials Technological innovations Architecture Technological innovations Architecture Technological innovations Building materials TA403 .D466 2014 620.11 BEY 9780500512449 9780500512449 2013950855 UVV 130918 20240730151459.0 17890824 eng