Abstract
This book undertakes an interdisciplinary exploration, examining the profound impact of time on architecture through a comparative analysis of paradigmatic case studies. It views time not just as a conceptual abstraction but as a dynamic force shaping architectural design. Structured into two integral parts, "Grammar" establishes the essential theoretical framework, while "Language's Poetics" applies temporal concepts to architectural language, form, and process.
At the heart of this investigation, architecture is revealed as a narrative deeply interwoven with the fabric of time. Through in-depth analysis of paradigmatic case studies, readers gain the tools to interpret architectural forms through the lens of temporal narratives, recognising time's active role in the design process from conception to completion. The book examines architectural memory, technological advancements, contextual dynamics, and philosophical underpinnings, uncovering the complex ways in which architecture evolves, engages with and transcends time.
Each chapter thoroughly explores how architects can harness the dimensions of kronos, kairos, and aion to enrich their creative language, resulting in designs that are responsive to both present needs and future aspirations. This holistic approach positions architecture as both a custodian of history and a reflection of human experience, perpetually adapting across the temporal continuum.
Embedded within these discussions are a dozen compelling case studies from East to West, including Carré d'Art in Nîmes by Foster + Partners, Museo Nacional de Arte Romano in Mérida by Rafael Moneo, and the China Academy of Art's Folk Art Museum in Hangzhou by Kengo Kuma. These examples illustrate the theoretical concepts discussed and provide tangible insights into how time shapes architectural language and form, presenting a coherent narrative that bridges diverse geographical and cultural contexts.
At the heart of this investigation, architecture is revealed as a narrative deeply interwoven with the fabric of time. Through in-depth analysis of paradigmatic case studies, readers gain the tools to interpret architectural forms through the lens of temporal narratives, recognising time's active role in the design process from conception to completion. The book examines architectural memory, technological advancements, contextual dynamics, and philosophical underpinnings, uncovering the complex ways in which architecture evolves, engages with and transcends time.
Each chapter thoroughly explores how architects can harness the dimensions of kronos, kairos, and aion to enrich their creative language, resulting in designs that are responsive to both present needs and future aspirations. This holistic approach positions architecture as both a custodian of history and a reflection of human experience, perpetually adapting across the temporal continuum.
Embedded within these discussions are a dozen compelling case studies from East to West, including Carré d'Art in Nîmes by Foster + Partners, Museo Nacional de Arte Romano in Mérida by Rafael Moneo, and the China Academy of Art's Folk Art Museum in Hangzhou by Kengo Kuma. These examples illustrate the theoretical concepts discussed and provide tangible insights into how time shapes architectural language and form, presenting a coherent narrative that bridges diverse geographical and cultural contexts.
| Original language | English |
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| Publisher | Routledge Taylor & Francis Group |
| Publication status | In preparation - 2024 |
Publication series
| Name | Routledge Research in Architecture |
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Keywords
- Architectural Temporality Time in Architecture Chronotope in Architecture Architectural Semiotics Technical Innovation in Architecture Epistemology of Architecture Material Innovation in Architecture Urban Architectural History Sustainable Design Practices Memory and Place in Architecture Process-driven Design Interactive Architectural Spaces Computational Methods in Architecture