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About the Book:
An architect is defined as a master builder, one who designs buildings and superintends
their erection. Architecture is the art and science of building, which encompasses
technical, artistic, economic and social aspects. Every building is a part of
ecological circle and has a footprint. As such, architecture is closely linked
with urbanism, ecology, environment, natural resources, public health (Covid19),
water and energy. This makes architecture a dynamic and evolving phenomenon,
which is changing from architectonic to parametric and ecological. The book
provides a comprehensive narrative on evolution of architecture, green building,
climatology, building resources pyramid, parametric and morph tectonic architecture
and infrastructure services. Written in a simple language with about 310 illustrations,
the book provides a futuristic view of architecture.
Contents:
Preface | 1. Introduction: The Elements of Architecture | 2. Evolution
of Indian Architecture | 3. The World of Architecture | 4. Parametricism: The
Future of Architecture | 5. Pandemic, Pollution and Morphotectonic Strategies
| 6. Sustainable Habitat and Green Buildings | 7. Building Design for Climatic
Comfort | 8. Housing for All | 9. Sustainable Infrastructure Services | Bibliography
| Index
About the Author:
A K Jain as Commissioner (Planning), Delhi Development Authority, worked on
the Master Plan for Delhi-2021, National Urban Housing and Habitat Policy, National
Urban Transport Policy and various urban projects. He was a member of the Committee
constituted by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to review the Delhi
Development Act. As a member of UN Habitat (HS Net) he contributed to its various
reports. He is a member of Editorial Board of International Journal of Environmental
Studies (UK) and is author of several books. He is visiting faculty in Planning
and Architecture. He was awarded 2nd Urban Professional Award 2014 at World
Urban Forum in Medellin, Colombia and IBC Lifetime Achievement Award (2016).
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