An edition of Functionalism revisited (2010)

Functionalism revisited

architectural theory and practice and the behavioral sciences

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Functionalism revisited
Jon T. Lang, Jon T. Lang
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An edition of Functionalism revisited (2010)

Functionalism revisited

architectural theory and practice and the behavioral sciences

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Publisher
Ashgate
Language
English
Pages
356

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Table of Contents

Introduction. Architectural theory and functional theory
The inheritance : architectural practice and architectural theory today
A framework for theory in architecture
Creating a theory of functionalism. Concepts of function in architecture
Experiencing architecture : the foundation for a theory of functionalism
Functionalism updated
The functions of the built environment : theory and practice
Basic functions
The accommodation of activities : behaviour settings and architecture
Shelter and salubrious environments
Physical and psychological safety and security
Architecture, financial security, and profit
Identity and community
Identity, individualism, and the unique
Buildings as signs and status symbols
Advanced functions
The cognitive function of architecture : the environment as a source of learning
Experiential aesthetics and intellectual aesthetics
Externalities : buildings in context
The function of the new as a shaper of its environment
Conclusion. Architectural theory, functional theory, and design methodology.

Edition Notes

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Published in
Farnham, Surrey, England, Burlington, VT
Other Titles
Architectural theory and practice and the behavioral sciences

Classifications

Dewey Decimal Class
720.1
Library of Congress
NA203.3 .L36 2010, NA682.F8, NA203.3 .L36 2016

The Physical Object

Pagination
xix, 356 p. :
Number of pages
356

Edition Identifiers

Open Library
OL25382026M
ISBN 10
1409407012
ISBN 13
9781409407010
LCCN
2010011712
OCLC/WorldCat
580120239, 973027880

Work Identifiers

Work ID
OL16712036W

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