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Never before had the garden to fulfil so many demands as it does today. It is a refuge from digitalised life and acts as a bridge to nature. As a man-made place where plants grow, it is cultivated and untamable at the same time. While for centuries the gardener's ambition was to control and subjugate nature, today it serves more as a place for retreat, a possible surrogate for wilderness, a habitat for animals or it fulfils the dream of self-sufficiency. In this book, landscape architects, sociologists, architects, artists, philosophers and historians illuminate different aspects of the garden in the Anthropocene in six chapters: the garden as a place of community, garden as art, garden as a place of enchantment and rapture, opening up questions of what garden as a model could stand for.

Though sometimes overlooked and underestimated, rural space has played a substantial role in social, cultural, economic, and ideological change. This role can be studied by looking at the re/production of spatial agents that were caused by direct or indirect political interventions in rural communities. In this book, scholars looking at case studies from Greece, Turkey, Italy, Portugal, and Austria discuss the making of identity in and through rural areas, which have dramatically changed under different political, social, and economic conditions from the turn of the 20th century up until today. By focusing on potential contestations of such changes, the authors provide a better in-depth understanding of spatial dynamics related to cultural and social spheres of 20th-century rurality. Includes contributions of national and international experts Deals with 20th-century rural environment and identity-making policies Findings of an international symposium of DFG Research Training Group "Cultural and Technological Significance of Historic Buildings", Brandenburg University of Technology (BTU) Cottbus-Senftenberg

Developing cultural heritage in a more sustainable way. New approaches and examples from practice. "Open Heritage" is a response to the urgent need for a more open definition of cultural heritage, of the parties involved in protecting and maintaining it, and of the relevant planning processes in order to ensure the sustainable reuse of cultural heritage in times of climate change, social inequality and social plurality. This book introduces in a clear and systematic manner the results of the EU-funded OpenHeritage project, which examined best practices in different European countries. It focuses on the idea of inclusive heritage management based on community-driven processes. It is designed to act as a guide for anyone involved in planning, researching, and deciding on the further development and use of cultural heritage. Systematic presentation of the results of the EU-funded project OpenHeritage A collection of different approaches to assessing the social impact of bottom-up cultural heritage reuse projects Presentation of numerous methods derived from OpenHeritage case studies and other European initiatives

Die spekulative Erzählung AFTER ABUNDANCE imaginiert eine durch den Klimawandel veränderte Alpingesellschaft, in der menschlicher Erfindungsgeist und Solidarität der Schlüssel zum Überleben sind. Das Werk zeigt, wie lokale Gemeinschaften diesen neuen Herausforderungen mit Traditionen und Technologien unter Einsatz von handwerklichem Geschick und Einfallsreichtum begegnen, um sich in der veränderten Umgebung weiterhin zu entfalten. In der Begegnung mit Experimenten, rechtlichen Kunstgriffen, Protesten und Performances werden die LeserInnen eingeladen, sich in das Leben von Menschen einer möglichen Zukunft hineinzuversetzen. Der österreichische Beitrag zur 2. London Design Biennale gibt auch Einblick in die Arbeit von Studio Design Investigations unter der Leitung von Anab Jain, Universität für angewandte Kunst Wien.

The construction sector currently accounts for a high proportion of CO2 emissions and gray energy use. This will have to change fundamentally if we are to prevent catastrophic climate change and make urban planning and construction fit for the future. In addition to a paradigm shift in how architects work, we need to rethink how they are trained in higher education. Based on a lifecycle approach and an awareness of resource consumption, this volume in the Basics series explains a wide range of climate-friendly concepts in an easy-to-understand way, inspiring readers to take a closer look at solutions and new approaches in their daily practice. The key factors involved in the various planning stages of buildings are presented and placed in the context of the overall planning. Explains a range of current sustainability concepts Foundational knowledge for all students of architecture Interdisciplinary and networked consideration of challenges and solutions in the area of climate protection

Auf den Baubereich entfällt derzeit ein Großteil des CO2-Verbrauchs und der grauen Energie. Dies muss sich grundlegend ändern, um dem Klimawandel begegnen und das Planen und Bauen zukunftsfähig aufstellen zu können. Neben dem Paradigmenwechsel in der Arbeit von Architekturbüros muss sich auch die Hochschullehre komplett neu ausrichten. Basierend auf einer Lebenszyklusbetrachtung und einem Bewusstsein für den Ressourcenverbrauch werden in diesem Basics-Band vielfältige klimagerechte Konzepte auf leicht verständliche Weise erläutert, um Leser*innen zu inspirieren, sich tiefergehend mit Lösungen und neuen Wegen in ihrer täglichen Praxis zu beschäftigen. Stellschrauben in den jeweiligen Planungsphasen von Gebäuden werden dargestellt und in den Kontext der Gesamtplanung gestellt. Erläutert aktuelle Nachhaltigkeitskonzepte in ihrer Bandbreite Grundlagenwissen für alle Studierenden der Architektur Fächerübergreifende und vernetzte Betrachtung der Herausforderungen und Lösungswege im Klimaschutz

In these times of climate change, the effects of climatic conditions on the composition of building materials, components and structures are coming to the fore alongside the use of resource-efficient materials. Of particular importance is the role of thermal insulation in structural physics. Approaches such as reducing heat influx, using design features to prevent interior cooling in low outdoor temperatures, and the choice of materials can reduce the need for energy-intensive air conditioning. This volume looks at various objectives of thermal insulation, grounded in principles of structural physics, materials science, and structural design. A valuable addition to the Basics series on the theme of structural physics Foundational knowledge for all students of architecture Interdisciplinary view of structural physics, building materials, and structural design

In Zeiten des Klimawandels rücken neben dem Einsatz ressourcenschonender Materialien auch die Auswirkungen der klimatischen Bedingungen auf die Zusammensetzung von Baustoffen, Bauelementen und innerhalb der Baukonstruktion in den Vordergrund. Der Wärmeschutz als Bestandteil der bauphysikalischen Lehre spielt hierbei eine besondere Rolle. Ziele, wie die Reduzierung des Wärmeeintrags in Gebäude und eine Verhinderung der Auskühlung von Innenräumen bei geringen Außentemperaturen durch konstruktive Maßnahmen und die Wahl richtiger Materialien reduzieren den Einsatz zusätzlicher Energien für die Klimatisierung. In diesem Band werden die weiteren Ziele des Wärmeschutzes ausgearbeitet, durch bauphysikalische Grundlagen hinterlegt und die Umsetzung im Rahmen der Baustofflehre und Baukonstruktion dargestellt. Ergänzung des Bereichs Bauphysik innerhalb der Reihe Grundlagenwissen für alle Studierende der Architektur Fächerübergreifende Betrachtung Bauphysik, Baustofflehre, Baukonstruktion

Details today Methods of construction are evolving rapidly, driven by sustainability demands, new technical possibilities, the optimization of materials, and more efficient processes. This precise and detailed analysis of 25 Swiss projects render visible the often-hidden innovation within contemporary architecture. Five different construction methods are documented using photographs and isometric analytical drawings of building shells at a scale of 1:15. This book is intended to stimulate a profound discussion of future developments. Detailed insight into construction methods using the example of contemporary Swiss architecture Isometric detail drawings and a unique photo essay Buildings by EMI, Caruso St John, Peter Märkli, Meier Hug, Esch Sintzel, and many more

Sustainability Sustainability is to become the guiding principle of social action and economic activity. At the same time, its ways and means are far from clear. As a holistic praxis, sustainability must combine technical and material as well as social, economic, ecological and also ethical strategies, which have multiple complex interactions and all too often also conflicting goals and priorities. In no other field can these be better observed, addressed and influenced than in architecture and building. "Building Better - Less - Different" Each volume of "Building Better - Less - Different" details two fundamental areas of sustainability and explores their specific dynamics and interactions. After introductory overviews, innovative methods and current developments are described and analysed in in-depth essays, international case studies and pointed commentaries. The sustainability criteria of efficiency ("better"), sufficiency ("less") and consistency ("different") form the framework for each book. What the press say about the first volume"Circular Construction and Circular Economy" "The articles, case studies and commentaries in this book make a major contribution to advancing the current discourse on implementing circular-based economic models in the building sector." Hessian Chamber of Architects, book reviews "To think of tomorrow when building today is the core message that Dirk E. Hebel and Felix Heisel want to convey to their readers. ... And they also show us how: with the help of relevant examples, grouped under the headings 'better', 'less' and 'different', they demonstrate concrete applications and argue that circular construction can also benefit the construction industry..." architektur aktuell Clean energy transition It has long been common knowledge that energy and sustainability are closely interlinked. And yet we are witnessing a profound shift in the sector. While the earlier focus was on improving energy efficiency and increasing the proportion of renewable energy in buildings, current energy conservation policies are supporting a broader, more holistic view. This encompasses integral approaches in which building design and construction measures form part of the energy concept from the outset, as well as accounting for grey energy in building materials and a holistic evaluation of buildings over their entire life cycle. For the energy-intensive and emission-producing building sector, climate change presents an even greater challenge than conserving resources. How can we contribute to a shift in heating strategies and employ new technologies to achieve climate-neutral heating? How can we respond to rising temperatures and the risk of increased energy consumption for cooling? Can low-tech concepts help to reduce the environmental impact of buildings over their life cycle? Shouldn't we take greater account of the users of buildings, and do we need completely different energy supply strategies? Digital Transformation At a time of natural ubiquity of digital tools, widely adopted to streamline project delivery in architecture, the foundations have been laid for a profound transformation of the construction industry to address the climate crisis. Digital architectural design and construction methods can be used as enabling technologies for a fundamental change towards a circular construction approach with significantly reduced ecological and climate impact. This approach comprises a digital reinterpretation of natural building materials through digital construction technologies. Digital deconstruction and reuse strategies can transform the existing building stock into resources for the future. Mass customization of tailor-made building components minimizes resource consumption. Architects, in their emerging role as interdisciplinary interface and digital master builders, reunite design and making through digital craft. Finally, the book provides a glimpse into the potential future of construction, which might be characterized by fundamentally different concepts of design and materialization of our built environment, challenging current paradigms within our discipline.

Building with earthquakes is a familiar yet persistent design problem for resilient construction on all continents. This book elaborates on various factors for earthquake-resilient architecture in six thematic chapters that explore the design strategies of lightness, quickness, exactitude, visibility, multiplicity and consistency. These factors allow designers to develop contextual solutions that marry technical know-how with social and cultural understanding, ranging in scale from buildings to furniture and urban master plans. 120 case studies from roughly 30 countries, including some highly prestigious buildings, provide a comprehensive overview of the different design strategies.

Friedrich Achleitners Architekturführer Der Architekturführer dokumentiert das Baugeschehen Niederösterreichs, basierend auf dem Konzept des bedeutenden mehrbändigen Standardwerks Österreichische Architektur im 20. Jahrhundert von Friedrich Achleitner. Achleitners unvollendete Arbeit zur Architektur in Niederösterreich wurde unter Aufarbeitung seines Nachlasses fortgeführt. Dieses Grundlagenwerk stellt mit rund 2.300 Bauten und Projekten - topografisch gegliedert und typologisch sortiert -die facettenreiche Architekturlandschaft Niederösterreichs im 20. Jahrhundert dar. Dabei werden nicht nur prominente Gebäude, sondern auch weniger bekannte Beispiele diverser Bauaufgaben betrachtet. Mit Essays zu Achleitner, seiner Primärforschung, zur Entstehung des Architekturführers sowie zur Architektur in Niederösterreich. Architektur in Niederösterreich: ein fundierter topografischer und bautypologischer Überblick Basisdaten zu ca. 2.300 Bauten und Projekten; Register zu Ortschaften und Planer:innen; zahlreiche Pläne und originale Fotografien von Friedrich Achleitner Mit Beiträgen von Ingrid Holzschuh / Monika Platzer, Franziska Leeb u. a. sowie mit Texten von Atreju Allahverdy, Markus Gesierich, Juliane Johannsen, Agnes Liebsch, Inge Scheidl und Elisabeth Schnattler

Wiener Werkstätte: Textiles and their design This book presents new research and archival findings on the textile and fashion designs of the Wiener Werkstätte movement (1903-1932). Textile specialists, art and design historians offer insights into the most important collections and archives in Austria, Switzerland, and the US. The publication explores works by lesser-known female textile artists; the influence of Eastern European folk art, Japanese patterns, and ornamentation textbooks on textile designs; applications in fashion, interior design, film, theater; and marketing strategies used to enter new markets in the US. It includes numerous illustrations of textile samples, many drawn from the Cotsen Textile Traces Study Collection (George Washington University Museum / Textile Museum), one of the largest collections of Wiener Werkstätte fabrics in the US. New research and archival findings on the Wiener Werkstätte textile design International project by the University of Neuchâtel, the George Washington University Museum / Textile Museum (exhibition from July 8 to November 5, 2023), and the University of Applied Arts Vienna Contributions by Susan Brown / Caitlin Condell, Rebecca Houze, Janis Staggs, and others

The question of what heritage is and how we deal with it is not a neutral one. Recent events such as the Black Lives Matter movement and the toppling of monuments have made evident how much the colonial past is inscribed in our built environment; at the same time, colonialism affects memorialization and historiography. Hence, those involved in architectural history are challenged to re-consider their positionality. Whose heritage are colonial sites? Which conflicting memories are attached to them? How are archives and material evidence reassessed to bring forward the stories of marginalized subjects? Following the call for decolonization, this volume explores historical methodologies and shows the entanglement of narratives at architectural sites, bringing together archaeology, architectural history, and heritage studies. A contribution to the current debate on decolonization and memorialization Interdisciplinary perspectives on architecture and heritage International range of authors

The region of the Himalayas and the adjoining Tibetan plateau is known for its unique and characteristic vernacular architecture and housing culture which is slowly but surely disappearing. The first part of the book analyses 21 traditional houses in the region that respond in diverse ways to the specifics of their location and local climate. The second part presents a comparative study of the construction elements - walls, roof and façades - using photographs and hand-drawn construction details. The newly produced scale drawings provide an excellent basis for comparative review. Detailed plans, atmospheric photographs and informative texts take the reader on a journey through a fascinating building culture.

Dare experiments! The book documents the teaching philosophy developed at the chair of experimental design by Frank Stepper and his team at the University of Kassel. The approach places an emphasis on fostering and developing aesthetic and formal imagination through experimentation. Thinking the "impossible" helps to formulate architectural concepts that progress beyond predictable causalities and functional constraints. For the emergence of innovative designs and novel construction typologies analogue models are augmented with computational strategies and digital fabrication methods. 20 Years of teaching Experimental Architecture, from introductory to thesis level projects Experimental videos with QR code links With contributions by Hitoshi Abe, Marie Therese Harnancourt-Fuchs, Steffanie Hennecke and others

Extended methods of analysis for urbanisation processes illustrated in eight world regions. Urbanisation processes are unfolding far beyond the realm of agglomerations, profoundly transforming agrarian areas, rain forests, deserts and oceans. Inextricably bound to the earth's ecologies, these developments are causing manifold planetary crises which require urgent scrutiny and call for new conceptions and cartographies of the urban beyond-the-city. Through detailed analysis and fieldwork captured in text, photographs and hand-drawn maps, the book portrays the effects of extended urbanisation in eight world regions. It offers a redefinition of the very notions of the "city", "urban" and "urbanisation" and outlines new urban agendas developed to address planetary challenges. This book decenters the perspective on the urban, foregrounds urban struggle, and transcends rural-urban and north-south divides. Fundamental book for urbanism studies Redefinition of the terms "city", "urban" and "urbanisation" Analysis of urbanisation processes in eight world regions

Wohnqualität und Urbanität - Baumgartnerhäuser in Basel Zwischen 1926 und 1938 erstellte die Baufirma Baumgartner & Hindermann in Basel rund 300 Mehrfamilienhäuser, die sich in fünf Quartieren ringförmig um das Stadtzentrum gruppieren. Als "Baumgartnerhäuser" sind sie bis heute in Basel ein Begriff: Man schätzt ihre selbstverständliche städtebauliche Einordnung und die hohe Wohnqualität, die sich in den gut proportionierten, polyvalenten Räumen und der soliden Materialisierung manifestiert. Diese detailreiche Dokumentation zeigt, dass sich unternehmerische Beweggründe, eine Rationalisierung des Entwurfs- und Bauprozesses und gute Architektur nicht widersprechen müssen. Hier entstand eine Serie von auch nach heutigen Maßstäben beispielhaften Wohnblöcken, die bewusst dem "Mittelmaß" folgten und doch eine hoch entwickelte Urbanität und Qualität erreichten. Einzige umfangreiche Monografie über die Baumgartnerhäuser in Basel Wieder lieferbar in der 3. Auflage: Historische Dokumentation zu einer Serie erfolgreicher Mehrfamilienhäuser Noch heute maßstabsetzend betreffend Wohnqualität und Urbanität

An insightful and engagingly narrated exploratory work on a pioneer of modern architecture from Switzerland The Queen Alexandra Sanatorium in Davos is a masterpiece of early modernist architecture by the Swiss architects Pfleghard & Haefeli (Schatzalp, Davos) and the renowned civil engineer and bridge builder Robert Maillart. A new form of architecture was forged here, full of contradictions and compromises and the result of intense collaboration between engineer, architect, and client. It stands at the threshold of modernism, which is largely characterized by the use of reinforced concrete. Apart from certain early mentions in architectural history, very little has been written about this Swiss precursor of modernist architecture. Drawing on numerous archival records, Daniel Korwan now provides the first detailed chronology of this 1909 building, thus expanding the record on the historical reception of modernism. First publication on a Swiss building that prefigured modern architecture Unpublished illustrations and plans of the Queen Alexandra Sanatorium in Davos Insightful and engagingly narrated new contribution to the study of 20th century modernism

Designers and forward thinkers in the field of interactive design share their reflections and show examples of different models of a responsive future environment. Interactive design has exploded in recent years with a number of inspiring projects that have opened up a new field of research and design. This book brings together some of the most prominent actors and thinkers in the field of interactive design, with theoretical articles highlighting different aspects of this work and describing them through current practices and projects. Supplemented with numerous illustrations, this book offers an overview of the emergence of interactive design and architecture based on the theory of cybernetics. At the same time, it introduces models of interactivity ranging from dynamic and shapechanging materials to wearables, architecture, and transdisciplinary and alternative design methods. History of the development of interactive design Overview of the state of the art and its possibilities Models of interactivity in theory and practice

Iconic buildings commissioned by women. The contribution of women to 20th-century modernism still receives relatively little attention. The male architects are still in the limelight, while the achievements of their female partners, colleagues, classmates, and clients are poorly researched. This book fills an important gap in our understanding of the history of architecture from 1900 onward, and sheds new light on the women who commissioned numerous ambitious building projects from young avant-garde architects. The authors Kerstin Bussmann and Ingrid de Becque present the results of their research for the first time in this book and recount the genesis of many iconic international buildings. First comprehensive publication on iconic buildings commissioned by women History of 20th-century Modernism with a new focus Illustrated and easy to read scholarly documentation Available in English and German language (Frauen bauen die Moderne, ISBN 9783035625424)

Designing with living materials: thoughts on the paradigm shift and an overview of the state of research What is "Bioprotopia"? It is a vision of a world with buildings that grow, self-heal and create virtuous cycles where waste from one process feeds another. A vision where the spaces that we inhabit are attuned to both the human occupants and non-human microbial ecologies. This is the first book to ground the concept of biotechnology in the built environment in tangible, large-scale prototypes. With rich visuals, it presents materials and processes that bring to life the many possibilities of shaping the built environment with micro-organisms. In addition to considering scientific and technical challenges, the book also discusses the need for a shift in thinking and culture to realise this vision. First comprehensive publication on the state of research Demonstrates the use of renewable materials in design Illustrative, scientific documentation for design professions and researchers

Cartography as an instrument for the analysis of urbanisation processes The speed, scale and scope of urbanisation have increased dramatically in recent decades. To decipher the rapidly changing urban territories across the planet, we need a radical shift in the analytical perspective on urbanisation. In this book, a transdisciplinary international research team presents an expanded vocabulary of urbanisation processes through a comparison of Tokyo, Hong Kong - Shenzhen - Dongguan, Kolkata, Istanbul, Lagos, Paris, Mexico City and Los Angeles. Based on a novel cartography and on detailed ethnographic and historical explorations, this book systematically analyses the diversity of responses to urgent contemporary urban challenges. It proposes a series of new concepts that allow us to assess the practical consequences of different urban strategies in everyday life. Essential book on urbanism New evaluation models for urbanisation processes Comprehensive analyses and illustrations of the urban patterns of international metropolises Comparison of urbanisation processes in eight metropolises around the world

Bauikonen im Auftrag von Frauen. Der Beitrag von Frauen an der Moderne des 20. Jahrhunderts findet bis heute kaum Beachtung. Noch immer stehen die männlichen Architekturschaffenden im Rampenlicht, während die Errungenschaften ihrer Partnerinnen, Mitarbeiterinnen, Kommilitonen und Auftraggeberinnen wenig erforscht sind. Dieses Buch liefert uns nun einen der fehlenden Bausteine für eine erweiterte Rezeption der Baugeschichte ab 1900 und rückt den Beitrag von Frauen, die zahlreiche ambitionierte Bauaufträge an die junge Architekten-Avantgarde vergeben haben, in ein neues Licht. Die Autorinnen Ingrid de Becque und Kerstin Bussmann präsentieren die Ergebnisse ihrer spannenden Recherche erstmals in dieser Publikation und erzählen die Entstehungsgeschichte vieler internationaler Bauikonen neu. Erste umfangreiche Publikation über Bauikonen im Auftrag von Frauen. Geschichte der Moderne des 20. Jahrhunderts mit neuem Fokus. Abbildungsreiche, leicht lesbare und zugleich wissenschaftlichen Ansprüchen genügende Dokumentation Erhältlich auf Deutsch und Englisch (Women Building Modernism, ISBN 9783035625813)

Liliane Wong's latest volume on adaptive reuse in architecture presents 50 spectacular conversion and reuse projects worldwide, including buildings such as the TWA Hotel at NewYork's John F. Kennedy Airport, the CaixaForum in Madrid, and the New Museum in Berlin. The projects are presented using a new classification system that addresses practitioners as well as academics. The author's introductory essay provides a comprehensive overview and historical context for the enormous evolution and expansion of adaptive reuse over the past 50 years.

E.1027 war das Haus, das die irische Architektin und Designerin Eileen Gray für sich und ihren jungen Geliebten, den rumänischen Architekten Jean Badovici, 1929 plante und erbaute. Sie entwickelte auch das Mobiliar für das Sommerhaus - der Beistelltisch E.1027 ist heute ein Designklassiker. Die Villa gilt mit ihrer Eleganz und den nautischen Bezügen als Kleinod der Moderne. Auf Einladung Badovicis schuf Freund und Nachbar Le Corbusier dort 1945 acht großformatige Wandgemälde - gegen den Willen der Hausherrin, die allerdings zu dem Zeitpunkt das Haus bereits für immer verlassen hatte. Die Publikation stellt die Gemälde vor und erzählt die ungewöhnliche Geschichte. Das Haus in Cap Martin an der Côte d'Azur ist seit aufwendigen Sanierungsmaßnahmen seit 2021 wieder für die Öffentlichkeit zugänglich.Weiterhin geht das Buch auf die Malerei von Le Corbusier als Ganzes ein und zeigt seine Arbeiten in seinem eigenen Sommerhaus "Cabanon", ebenfalls in Cap Martin. Die faszinierenden Fotografien von Manuel Bougot fangen die besondere Atmosphäre der Villa ein Die weniger bekannte Malerei Le Corbusiers war prägend für seine lebenslange Beschäftigung mit der Polychromie Nach der aufwendigen Sanierung bis 2021 ist die Villa E1027, ebenso wie das Cabanon, wieder zugänglich

In 1929, Eileen Gray designed Villa E 1027 for herself and her youthful partner Jean Badovici, but only lived there for three years. Today, the elegant house in Roquebrune-Cap-Mar- tin in southern France is an icon of modernism. In 1937, Le Corbusier discovered the place and the "Maison en Bord de Mer". Inspired by the genius of the place and the light on the Côte d'Azur, he created a total of eight large-format wall paintings there in 1938 and 1939 onwards, some of which complement the building congenially, while others set counterpoints. In 1952, he built his Cabanon nearby and decorated it with murals as well. The book by the well-known architectural historian Tim Benton documents Le Corbusier's artwork at this special place, explores its controversies, and places it in his overall oeuvre. The fascinating photographs by Manuel Bougot capture the special atmosphere of the villa Le Corbusier's painting is lesser known but was formative for his lifelong preoccupation with polychromy After extensive renovation work until 2021, E 1027, as well as the Cabanon, is open to the public again

Modern urban terraced houses or row houses emerged in Europe from the 17th century onwards. Usually two to three storeys high and with a garden at the back, they formed the traditional urban block. In Brussels, this bourgeois form of housing took on a particularly varied and inspiring form - including the well-known Art Nouveau residences - and forms the DNA of the city to this day. This publication analyses 100 selected examples illustrating the emergence of the terraced house and its further development in other forms of housing. The result is a broad panorama and a history of the architecture and development of the city of Brussels with its particularly heterogenous cityscape.

Dynamic artificial light in museums In galleries and museums, one's perception of art, space, and atmosphere is largely determined by lighting. But which light settings should art and museum experts and exhibition designers choose, and on what basis are those choices made? Pioneering LED technologies make customized lighting scenarios possible, turning artificial light into an interactive material in museum architecture - not only in terms of design practice, but also in terms of real-time spatial experiences. Computer-controlled lighting technologies are breaking boundaries, allowing the individual to take full control of lighting design. Light Up explores the potential of dynamic artificial lighting technologies in museum architecture, offering new insights into the use of light in exhibition spaces. How LED technologies can be used to develop customized lighting scenarios Studies in the real context of art institutions as well as programming of interactive light simulations Documents the research project "White Cube Teleporter"