Reach and grasp
Barker, T.
Reach and grasp - 2004 - Building 269(8336) 11 June 2004, 34(1) .
Criticises various designs for buildings of the future. Argues that often the ideas are commendable but there are no realistic plans for their development. These include eco-towers where there is no example in the world of an environmentally-friendly, efficient building made entirely of glass. Recommends that a good place to examine advanced visions of the future is at the Design Research Lab of the Architectural Association. Argues for more clarity and honesty in design and the assessment of design.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY BUILDINGS
TOWER BLOCKS
Reach and grasp - 2004 - Building 269(8336) 11 June 2004, 34(1) .
Criticises various designs for buildings of the future. Argues that often the ideas are commendable but there are no realistic plans for their development. These include eco-towers where there is no example in the world of an environmentally-friendly, efficient building made entirely of glass. Recommends that a good place to examine advanced visions of the future is at the Design Research Lab of the Architectural Association. Argues for more clarity and honesty in design and the assessment of design.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY BUILDINGS
TOWER BLOCKS