The Iconic Building
The Power of Enigma
Charles Jencks

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Editor(s)

Charles Jencks

Publication, year

London : Frances Lincoln Ltd., 2005

Scope

223 Pages, illustrated, 30 cm.

ISBN

0711224269

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A new type of architecture has emerged in the last ten years: the iconic landmark building, which challenges the traditional architectural monument. Driven by socual and commercialforces, and the need for instant fame, it has to be an amazing piece of surreal sculpture and something that appeals to a diverse audience.

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Keywords

architecture , architects , architecture theory

Location

Cabinet 15 - 4: Architectuur en Kunst

Extra themes

Architecture and Power

Remarks

Incl. notes, bibliographical references and index.