Profusely illustrated with photographs, computer renderings and architectural drawings, Performing Architecture explores fifty of today's finest performance spaces, as well as recently refurbished, restored and transformed buildings. A brief introduction traces the post-war development of theatre and concert hall design, and sets out the circumstances today that have led to such a rich provision for performance. Buildings featured range from Frank Gehry's landmark Disney Opera House in Los Angeles to the quieter Unicorn Theatre for Children in London; and from the Tenerife Opera House by Santiago Calatrava to the Guangzhou Opera House, China, by Zaha Hadid. A celebratory study, this book showcases some of the most exhilarating buildings of our time.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Merrell Publishers Ltd
ISBN-10
1858942799
ISBN-13
9781858942797
eBay Product ID (ePID)
94751179
Product Key Features
Author
Michael Hammond
Format
Hardback
Language
English
Subject
Architecture
Type
Textbook
Dimensions
Weight
1656g
Height
280mm
Width
240mm
Additional Product Features
Place of Publication
London
Spine
27mm
Content Note
350 Colour Illustrations
Author Biography
Michael Hammond, co-founder of World Architecture News, a global news channel for architecture, is also a freelance writer and journalist specializing in architecture and urban design.