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The Tao of Architecture

by Amos Ih Tiao Chang

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ISBN13: 9780691003306
ISBN10: 0691003300
Condition: Standard
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In a contemplative essay that develops a parallel between void, space, time, and the science of vision in Laotzu's philosophy and in modern architecture, Amos Ih Tiao Chang reveals the vitality of intangible, or negative, elements. He writes that these qualities make architectonic forms "come alive, become human, naturally harmonize with one another, and enable us to experience them with human sensibility." The author expands Frank Lloyd Wright's thoughts on the affinity between Laotzu's philosophy and modern Western architecture by discussing "Natural Life-Movement in Architectonic Vision," "Variability and Complement," "Balance and Equilibrium," and "Individuality and Unity." He accompanies his text with architectural drawings and four Chinese paintings.

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An extremely captivating and thought-provoking essay.
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ISBN:
9780691003306
Author:
Chang, A. I. T.
Author:
Chang, Amos Ih Tiao
Author:
Chang, A. I. T.
Author:
Keisler, H. Jerome
Publisher:
Princeton University Press
Location:
Princeton, N.J. :
Subject:
History - General
Subject:
Planning
Subject:
Criticism
Subject:
Architecture
Subject:
Arts, fine
Subject:
History : General
Subject:
History
Subject:
Mind, Body & Spirit
Subject:
Art and architecture
Subject:
Philosophy
Subject:
Religion
Copyright:
1981
Edition Description:
Trade paper
Publication Date:
July 1981
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
College/higher education:
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
80
Dimensions:
9.20x6.12x.24 in. .27 lbs.
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