Weaving Body Context

Architecture is not just a thing to be judged by its formal properties, but also by how it captures and expresses unseen layers of meaning and purpose. We want to think of architecture as a verb, a mover, a shaper, and an active agent in human flourishing, and to explore the experience of architecture and the intimately related experience of making architecture. Experience is multi-dimensional, multi-directional, and irreducible, and always supercedes any boundary that attempts to circumscribe it.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 21 May 2021
Publisher: Mimesis International

Architecture is not an object to be judged solely on its formal properties, its ability to satisfy programmatic requirements, or its performance in terms of technical parameters. We are not dismissing the importance of these factors, but rather seeking to enrich them and understand how architecture can capture and express unseen layers of meaning and purpose.

We want to think of architecture as a verb, a mover, a shaper, an active agent in human flourishing. In order to appreciate the potential power of architecture, we want to explore the experience of architecture and the intimately related experience of making architecture. Turning our attention to experience requires that we listen to and consider knowledge from a full array of disciplines. Experience is multi-dimensional, multi-directional, irreducible. Experience always supercedes, flows over any boundary that attempts to circumscribe it.

Architecture is not just a static construct; it is a dynamic and ever-evolving entity that interacts with its surroundings and the people who inhabit it. It is a medium through which we can experience the world in new and profound ways, and it has the power to shape our lives and communities in ways that are both visible and invisible.

One of the key ways in which architecture can capture and express unseen layers of meaning and purpose is through its use of form, texture, and light. Architects can use these elements to create spaces that evoke emotions, stimulate thought, and convey messages that go beyond the surface level. For example, a building with a curved facade can create a sense of movement and fluidity, while a building with a rough texture can evoke a sense of comfort and stability.

Another way in which architecture can capture and express unseen layers of meaning and purpose is through its use of space and layout. Architects can create spaces that are open and inviting, or closed and introspective, depending on the intended purpose and the desired experience. For example, a public park can be designed to encourage social interaction and community building, while a private home can be designed to provide a sense of solitude and relaxation.

In addition to its use of form, texture, and light, architecture can also capture and express unseen layers of meaning and purpose through its use of technology and innovation. For example, architects can use digital technologies to create interactive spaces that respond to the movements and actions of people, or they can use sustainable design principles to create buildings that are environmentally friendly and energy-efficient.

Finally, architecture can capture and express unseen layers of meaning and purpose through its relationship with the natural world. Architects can use natural materials and landscape features to create spaces that are in harmony with the environment, or they can use sustainable design principles to create buildings that are integrated with the natural landscape.

In conclusion, architecture is not just a static construct; it is a dynamic and ever-evolving entity that has the power to shape our lives and communities in ways that are both visible and invisible. By exploring the experience of architecture and the intimately related experience of making architecture, we can gain a deeper understanding of the potential power of architecture to capture and express unseen layers of meaning and purpose.

Weight: 480g
Dimension: 173 x 240 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788869773327