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by Simone Schleifer (Editor), Matthew Clarke Dr (Translator), Marion Westerhoff (Translator), Susanne Engler (Translator)
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A selection of contemporary projects Rather than merely fulfilling an aesthetic purpose, today's new buildings have cultural, political, and social importance, and only those that succeed in reflecting these values, in combination with a novel approach to the practice of architecture, can be considered as spectacular. Challenged by an increasingly complex urban context, the buildings must carefully integrate their designs into the existing urban fabric through a skillful and sensitive interpretation of the buildings? purpose and relationship with the public. Bearing in mind these issues and criteria, this book gathers a selection of contemporary projects completed within the last few years that exemplify the latest trends in the creation of prominent institutional, corporate, retail, cultural and educational facilities around the world.

About the Author
Currently an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Hong Kong, Matthew Clarke led the development and implementation of the new Bachelor of Education at the Higher Colleges of Technology in the United Arab Emirates between 1999 and 2006. Prior to working in teacher education, he taught in primary schools and language centres in the UK and Australia. His research interests include discourse analysis, identity, social theory, cultural studies and philosophy as well as language and literacy education.

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  • Paperback: 378 pages
  • Publisher: Taschen; Mul edition (May 1, 2007)
  • Language: English, French, German
  • ISBN-10: 3822842176
  • ISBN-13: 978-3822842171
  • Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 9.2 x 1.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #557,772 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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I ordered this book as a Christmas gift, and it turned out to be better than I expected!

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