Concepts from architectsrsquo; minds evolve through sketches and as a mode of transference are conveyed to the finished building. This book compares qualities of sketches to reveal unique approaches to the instruments of thinking in which all architects engage. It provides new insight into the relationship between architectural sketches and the process of creative manipulation. Sketches comprise a thinking mechanism; and through the qualities of ambiguity; quickness and change; they initiate a dialogue for architects. As a medium to facilitate communication; recording; discovery and evaluation; their pertinence lies in their ability to exhibit both the precise and the imprecise. Exploring four related theoretical approaches; play; memory-imagination-fantasy; caricature and the grotesque; the book shows how imprecision stimulates imagination to conceive new forms in the dialogue of architectural sketches.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Interesting Look at Jazz and AfricaBy HuntleyMCI originally purchased this eBook for a college course that I ended up dropping but I decided to read the book anyway it was very interesting. It is always a pleasure to read a well researched book. Even though I will probably take the course in an upcoming semester I am sure I gained more from reading it now than I would have if I read it while taking the class where my time would have been more limited.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. RecommendedBy Stephen KarpovichAnother intelligent. well-researched book from Professor Robin Kelley. Fascinating account of musical cross pollination between Africa and the U.S. during a pivotal time of great cultural and political awakening. Especially liked the chapters on Randy Weston and Sathima Bea Benjamin.4 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Truly excellentBy merryI highly recommend this book to anyone interested in jazz. African American history. the evolution of the struggle in Africa and its support by African Americans.Robin Kelly is brilliant.
