Competing Globally in Architecture Competitions (Architecture in Practice)
Editorial Reviews Book Description Design competitions are a core mechanism of the architectural world. They offer architects unique opportunities to pitch for work, and the careers of many name architects have been made by winning an important competition - Richard Rogers, Renzo Piano, Dominique Perrault and Jean Nouvel to name but a few. This is the definitive book on architecture competitions from over the last decade, and will be an essential guide to any architect or student who is considering preparing a submission. The first in a distinctive new Architecture in Practice series from Wiley-Academy A definitive book on key competitions it will be a touchstone for individual architects and offices It illustrates winning case studies from many of the major international competitions of the past decade It provides essential strategic material on entering competitions: from which ones to enter to the way rules for competitions differ internationally and from region to region It provides a unique overview of recent trends: in terms of digital presentation, but also preoccupations with issues such as sustainability From the Back Cover The practice of architecture has become increasingly global, but firms participating in design competitions are finding a culture that is continually in flux. As one of the first two titles in the distinctive Architecture in Practice series from Wiley-Academy, this book enables the architect to negotiate the differing rules and processes that govern international competitions. Besides essential strategic material on preparing and presenting an entry, architects will find important tips to help them decide whether to enter a competition. Reviewing the winning case studies, which feature the most recent advances in presentation, graphic design and sustainability, can be a shortcut to success for the design professional. This is an invaluable companion for any architect or student who is intent on growing or establishing their practice. Competing Globally in Architecture Competitions (Architecture in Practice)
Competing Globally in Architecture Competitions (Architecture in Practice),G. Stanley Collyer,Academy Press,0470862130,Architectural Firms,Architectural Practice,Architecture,Case studies,Competitions,Design & Drafting,General,Study & Teaching,Architecture / General
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