Prinz Eisenbeton 5 The mexican Roof: 96° 13' W. 16° 33'N |
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Author:
| Prix, Wolf D. |
ISBN: | 978-3-211-25463-9 |
Publication Date: | Mar 2005 |
Publisher: | Springer Wien
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $29.95 |
Book Description:
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Prinz Eisenbeton 5 documents the construction of a community centre in Mexico designed and built by students at the University of Applied Arts, Vienna.The book traces the building process from the conceptual work done by the students in Vienna to the completed construction of a bamboo roof that both shelters the new community from the sun and collects rain water.Prinz Eisenbeton 5 is an instructive guide to the creative combination of high-and low-tech methods and materials as well as...
More DescriptionPrinz Eisenbeton 5 documents the construction of a community centre in Mexico designed and built by students at the University of Applied Arts, Vienna.The book traces the building process from the conceptual work done by the students in Vienna to the completed construction of a bamboo roof that both shelters the new community from the sun and collects rain water.Prinz Eisenbeton 5 is an instructive guide to the creative combination of high-and low-tech methods and materials as well as an inspiring case study in sustainable architecture.