Architectural Technicities (Architectural Borders and Territories) offers an exploration into the essence of architecture by questioning, “How is this architecture possible?” The book embarks on a captivating journey, unpacking architectural concepts through a variety of lenses. From the entasis of Doric columns to the ideas of Ulysses and desert islands, the book ventures beyond simple representation, uncovering deeper meanings in architectural design and thought.
Through the metaphor of a ferryman who stutters, the book contrasts two different types of architectural thinking, while reinterpreting the act of architectural intuition using concepts such as the stilus and a theory of signs. The text emphasizes the membranic and territorial understanding of architecture, culminating in a discussion of larval architecture, where space and time come together in a unique harmony.
This theoretical journey is informed by the thought of philosophers like Gilles Deleuze, Felix Guattari, Gilbert Simondon, and Raymond Ruyer, combining architectural theory with insights from affect theory, cognitive sciences, environmental studies, and neuroanthropology. By the end of this book, readers—including architecture students, researchers, academics, and practitioners—will have gained exposure to a comprehensive and original philosophy of architecture and the built environment.
Key Features:
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Explores the philosophical underpinnings of architecture with a unique approach that incorporates thinkers like Deleuze and Guattari
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Introduces new concepts such as membranic architecture and larval architecture, blending space and time
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Discusses the relationship between affect theory, cognitive sciences, and architectural design
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Provides a multidisciplinary approach to understanding architecture, bridging theory with cognitive, environmental, and neuroanthropological insights
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Ideal for students, researchers, and professionals interested in the philosophy and theory behind architectural practice
Ideal For:
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Architecture students and educators
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Researchers in architectural theory and philosophy
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Practitioners seeking deeper theoretical insights into architectural design
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Academics interested in the intersection of architecture with cognitive sciences, affect theory, and environmental studies
Authors:
Stavros Kousoulas (Author)
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