The Architecture of: Deception / Confinement / Transformation

The Architecture of Deception / Confinement / Transformation is a publication that accompanies an exhibition trilogy at BNKR in Munich. It showcases 18 diverse artistic standpoints at the intersection of art and architecture, exploring notions of illusion and deception, shelters and safety, gentrification, and decay. The editors are David Adjaye, Nikolaus Hirsch, Isabelle Doucet, and Madeleine Freund.

Format: Hardback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2022
Publisher: Silvana

The Architecture of Deception / Confinement / Transformation is a captivating publication that accompanies the eponymously titled exhibition trilogy at BNKR, delving into current reflections on art and architecture in Munich. This comprehensive volume showcases a diverse range of 18 artistic perspectives, seamlessly intertwining art and architecture at the intersection. Each chapter of the book corresponds directly to the evolving history of the exhibition space, which began as a concealed air-raid bunker during the Second World War, transitioned into a postwar internment camp, and eventually evolved into its present-day incarnation as a multifunctional residential and office building.

The Architecture of Deception delves into profound concepts such as illusion and deception, the construction of new realities, the interplay between truth and fiction, and the exploration of the boundaries between what is real and what is perceived. Confinement takes a deeper dive into the realm of shelters and safety, examining the concepts of captivity and freedom, the distinction between the external world and the internal sanctuary, and the psychological implications of being confined or restricted. Transformation, on the other hand, delves into the intricate dynamics of gentrification, decay, and the redefinition of living spaces.

Contributions from esteemed editors David Adjaye and Nikolaus Hirsch, along with Isabelle Doucet and Madeleine Freund, enrich the narrative and provide valuable insights into the themes explored in the book. The Architecture of Deception features the works of renowned artists such as Hans Op de Beeck, Emmanuelle Lainé, Bettina Pousttchi, Gregor Sailer, Cortis & Sonderegger, and The Swan Collective. Similarly, The Architecture of Confinement showcases the talents of Ramzi Ben Sliman, Mona Hatoum, Nadia Kaabi-Linke, Annika Kahrs, Özgür Kar, Joanna Piotrovska, and many others. Lastly, The Architecture of Transformation presents the creations of Dana Awartani, Olivier Goethals, Eva Nielsen, Jeremy Shaw, Hannah Weinberger, and Andrea Zittel, each contributing their unique perspectives to this captivating exploration of art and architecture.

This publication serves as a testament to the power of artistic expression and the transformative impact of architecture on our lives. It encourages readers to contemplate the complexities of perception, the boundaries between different spaces, and the ever-evolving nature of our surroundings. The Architecture of Deception / Confinement / Transformation is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and architecture, as well as for those seeking to deepen their understanding of the human experience in the built environment.

Weight: 640g
Dimension: 173 x 249 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788836649204