Articulating a radical agenda for the rethinking of the basic precepts of the construction industry in light of digital technologies; this book explores the profound shift that is underway in all aspects of architectural process. Essays and lectures from the last fifteen years discuss these changes in relation to dECOi Architects; created in 1991 as a forward-looking architectural practice. This excellent collection is relevant to architectural professionals; academics and students and also to practitioners in many related creative fields who are similarly engaged in trying to comprehend the significance of the import of digital media.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful. A wonderful introduction to the projective approach in math and artBy Paul HalpernAn innovative thinker and a gifted artist. Tony Robbin filters the world of mathematics through the nuances of human vision. creating masterful representations of higher dimensions. His new book stands as a testament to his meticulous scholarship of the history of projective geometry. in mathematics. physics and art. It is a thoroughly enjoyable account of how the notion of finding shadows of the fourth dimension emerged in the 19th century. permeated modern art in the 20th. and now represents one of the frontiers of computer graphics in the 21st. Along the way. Robbin shows how projective geometry could provide the key to a quantum description of gravity. A must read. for the curious anecdotes. cutting-edge science. impressive array of references. colorful art. and insight into how we can perceive the seemingly imperceptible.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very technicalBy Retire to PortugalDo a review of geometry prior to reading if needed.1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Adds a new dimensionBy David BurtonShadows of Reality discusses the 4th dimension in math and art. Robbin is very thorough both in his analysis and his historical explorations. I enjoyed the book a great deal.
