| True North: New Alaskan Architecture Contributor(s): Decker, Julie (Author) |
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ISBN: 3037680202 ISBN-13: 9783037680209 Publisher: Braun Publishing OUR PRICE: $26.91 Product Type: Hardcover Published: January 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Architecture | History - Contemporary (1945 -) - Architecture | Regional |
| Dewey: 720.979 |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 9.54" W x 9.54" (1.60 lbs) 96 pages |
| Themes: - Geographic Orientation - Alaska - Cultural Region - Pacific Northwest |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: True North takes a look at contemporary Alaskan architecture. The architectural uniqueness of this part of the world is exemplified by carefully selected projects from different areas. Extreme climatic and geographic conditions like the cold, the strong winds and earthquakes set very challenging conditions for sustainable solutions. The featured projects respond intelligently to their locations and the northern environment. They illustrate innovative and sensitive material palettes and sophisticated forms, whilst also considering functionality. |