Posthuman Architectures: Theories, Designs, Technologies and Futures
Posthuman Architectures: Theories, Designs, Technologies and Futures
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The Posthuman is the new paradigm of architecture, encompassing related topics such as the post-Anthropocene, more-than-human, non-human, trans-human, anti-human, and meta-human. It is a synthesis of the architectural Posthuman and is now as planetary as it is everyday, disruptive, contested, and contradictory as it is sublime. It envisions the Posthuman through the array of emerging technologies and features original contributions from academics, professionals, design studios, and related disciplines and domains. Featured designers and architects include Blue Origin, Christian Rex van Minnen, Harrison Atelier, and Hassell.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 136 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2024
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
The Posthuman is a revolutionary concept in architecture that encompasses a wide range of related topics, including the post-Anthropocene, more-than-human, non-human, trans-human, anti-human, and meta-human. This transformative AD presents a comprehensive synthesis of the architectural Posthuman, which has been proliferating and diversifying rapidly. The Posthuman is now both planetary and everyday, and it is characterized by its disruptive, contested, and contradictory nature, as well as its sublime qualities.
From the intricate details of architectural designs to the broader scope of interplanetary spaces, the issue explores and speculates on these extraordinary and awe-inspiring new species. It envisiones the Posthuman through the lens of emerging technologies, featuring original contributions from academics, professionals, design studios, and related disciplines and domains.
These new spaces encompass the full electromagnetic spectrum and present novel entanglements of Posthuman theories and technologies. Contributors to the issue include renowned scholars, professionals, and designers, who offer their insights and perspectives on this evolving field.
Featured designers and architects include Blue Origin, Christian Rex van Minnen, Harrison Atelier, and Hassell, who have contributed their innovative designs and visionary concepts to the publication.
In conclusion, the Posthuman is a groundbreaking concept in architecture that represents a significant shift in our understanding of the human-environment relationship. It challenges traditional notions of human superiority and explores the possibilities of a more inclusive and interconnected world. Through its interdisciplinary approach and innovative contributions, the issue provides a valuable platform for exploring the architectural and societal implications of the Posthuman era.
Weight: 566g
Dimension: 215 x 277 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781394170036
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