Lucerne Culture and Convention Center
Author : Jean Nouvel
Publisher :
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 12,37 MB
Release : 1999
Category :
ISBN :
Critique of aesthetic capitalism
Author : Gernot Böhme
Publisher : Mimesis
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 21,16 MB
Release : 2017-07-18T00:00:00+02:00
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 8869771164
Book Description
Aesthetic Economy is a theory of the recent development of capitalism in our national economies. Basic needs are easily satisfied and, as a result, most commodities are no longer intended for consumption, but for the staging of our lives. That is, they are used to produce atmospheres. Applications of the theory are found wherever staging is performed: in commodity aesthetics, in marketing, as well as in the sphere of production. As to technology, we find a turn from useful to joyful technology. And the technology of entertainment has become a huge part of the general economy. Similarly, a further horizon of Aesthetic Economy is to be seen in the aestheticization of politics, the staging of sporting events and the management of culture.
Site and Sound
Author : Victoria Newhouse
Publisher : The Monacelli Press, LLC
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 30,92 MB
Release : 2012-04-10
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1580932819
Book Description
Victoria Newhouse, noted author and architectural historian, addresses the aesthetics and acoustics in concert halls and opera houses of the past, present, and future in this stunning companion to the highly regarded Towards a New Museum. Site and Sound explores the daunting, perennial question: Does the music serve the space, or the other way around? Heavily illustrated throughout—with historic images, spectular color photographs, detailed drawings—this volume is an informed and enjoyable presentation of a building type that is at the heart of cities small and large. Newhouse starts with a survey of venues from ancient Greek and Roman times and progresses to contemporary works around the world. She singles out Lincoln Center in particular for its long history and its transitions and remodelings over the years. Two major chapters cover the present: one focuses on recent work in the West, including the National Opera House of Norway in Oslo by Snøhetta (2008), the Casa da Música in Porto, Portugal, by Rem Koolhaas (2005), and many more; the second examines the boom in concert halls in China. A final chapter looks at projects that are currently planned and the future of an architecture for music.
Urban Transformations through Exceptional Architecture
Author : Nadia Alaily-Mattar
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 16,81 MB
Release : 2021-05-30
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 100038795X
Book Description
Urban Transformations through Exceptional Architecture focusses on the nexus between architecturally exceptional projects and the city. It addresses the following questions: How can the complexity of these projects be comprehended? What roles do the political contexts play in the commissioning of such projects and what audiences do these projects serve? How has the granting of professional recognition for architects changed and what will this change mean to measures of exceptionality in architectural design? What roles do the architectural competitions play in the process of commissioning the design of architecturally exceptional projects, and do design competitions as an urban planning tool grant high value designs? Architecturally exceptional projects are situated in physical urban fabrics. How can this situatedness be analysed and what different values does the urban design dimension of these projects add? By considering diverse aspects of architecturally exceptional projects, the chapters in this book utilise a variety of research methods. They bring into dialogue a range of themes regarding the architectural, urban design and political aspects of these projects. This volume illustrates that multidisciplinarity might well be the best strategy to balance the risks of over simplification and the challenges of complexity in analysing these exceptional projects and the city in its ever-transformative process. The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of the Journal of Urban Design.
Architecture
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 604 pages
File Size : 14,83 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Architecture
ISBN :
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Interiors
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 21,20 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Interior decoration
ISBN :
Book Description
Lucerne Travel Guide 2023
Author : Kyle Watson
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,31 MB
Release : 2023-07-08
Category :
ISBN :
Book Description
Discover the captivating beauty of Lucerne and create lifelong memories with the Lucerne Travel Guide 2023. This meticulously curated guidebook provides a comprehensive overview of the Swiss gem, from its iconic landmarks and vibrant culture to its outdoor adventures and culinary delights. With detailed itineraries, insider tips and practical information you'll have everything you need to plan an unforgettable trip. Benefits from reading this guide: * Uncover the best of Lucerne and make the most of your time with tailored itineraries and insider tips * Treat your senses to culinary delights, from traditional Swiss dishes to decadent chocolate and cheese tastings * Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Swiss Alps, sail on Lake Lucerne, and marvel at the iconic Chapel Bridge * Participate in exciting festivals and events, such as the Lucerne Festival and the Blue Balls Festival What's Inside: * Detailed itineraries to help you get the most from your stay * Insider tips to explore the city like a local * Practical information on transportation, accommodation, and essential travel tips * Fascinating cultural highlights, such as the Lucerne Culture and Congress Center and the Richard Wagner Museum Don't miss out on this chance to explore the wonders of Lucerne with this comprehensive travel guide!
1,000 Places to See Before You Die, the second edition
Author : Patricia Schultz
Publisher : Workman Publishing
Page : 1287 pages
File Size : 35,42 MB
Release : 2011-11-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0761168656
Book Description
The world’s bestselling travel book is back in a more informative, more experiential, more budget-friendly full-color edition. A #1 New York Times bestseller, 1,000 Places reinvented the idea of travel book as both wish list and practical guide. As Newsweek wrote, it “tells you what’s beautiful, what’s fun, and what’s just unforgettable— everywhere on earth.” And now the best is better. There are 600 full-color photographs. Over 200 entirely new entries, including visits to 28 countries like Lebanon, Croatia, Estonia, and Nicaragua, that were not in the original edition. There is an emphasis on experiences: an entry covers not just Positano or Ravello, but the full 30-mile stretch along the Amalfi Coast. Every entry from the original edition has been readdressed, rewritten, and made fuller, with more suggestions for places to stay, restaurants to visit, festivals to check out. And throughout, the book is more budget-conscious, starred restaurants and historic hotels such as the Ritz,but also moderately priced gems that don’t compromise on atmosphere or charm. The world is calling. Time to answer.
The SAGE International Encyclopedia of Music and Culture
Author : Janet Sturman
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 5212 pages
File Size : 38,67 MB
Release : 2019-02-26
Category : Music
ISBN : 1506353371
Book Description
The SAGE Encyclopedia of Music and Culture presents key concepts in the study of music in its cultural context and provides an introduction to the discipline of ethnomusicology, its methods, concerns, and its contributions to knowledge and understanding of the world′s musical cultures, styles, and practices. The diverse voices of contributors to this encyclopedia confirm ethnomusicology′s fundamental ethos of inclusion and respect for diversity. Combined, the multiplicity of topics and approaches are presented in an easy-to-search A-Z format and offer a fresh perspective on the field and the subject of music in culture. Key features include: Approximately 730 signed articles, authored by prominent scholars, are arranged A-to-Z and published in a choice of print or electronic editions Pedagogical elements include Further Readings and Cross References to conclude each article and a Reader’s Guide in the front matter organizing entries by broad topical or thematic areas Back matter includes an annotated Resource Guide to further research (journals, books, and associations), an appendix listing notable archives, libraries, and museums, and a detailed Index The Index, Reader’s Guide themes, and Cross References combine for thorough search-and-browse capabilities in the electronic edition
Immersion in the Visual Arts and Media
Author :
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 25,94 MB
Release : 2015-10-27
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9004308237
Book Description
Taking an interdisciplinary approach, this volume brings together contributions by distinguished experts from different disciplinary fields for a multidimensional view on immersion in the visual arts and media. In the current media debate, immersion has frequently been linked to the advent of digital technology and its capacity to provide vivid sensations of being placed in or surrounded by an artificial space. The idea of ‘liquidity’ contained in this promise to plunge into another world informs wide areas of contemporary cultural imagination, referring to a myriad of phenomena that relate to experiences of uncertainty and instability, of complexity and change. Considering the fact, however, that the idea of ‘liquid’ spaces appeared long before the digital creation of augmented or virtual environments, the contributors to this volume trace its reemerging throughout the history of the visual arts and media. By focusing on selected works of painting and architecture, photography and cinema, video installation and media art, they explore the variability of immersive experiences according to the different media environments and interfaces that constitute the actual sites of historically shifting relations between media and users. Contributors are: Matthias Bauer, Jörg von Brincken, Robin Curtis, Burcu Dogramaci, Thomas Elsaesser, Ole W. Fischer, Gundolf S. Freyermuth, Ursula Frohne, Henry Keazor, Matthias Krüger, Katja Kwastek, Fabienne Liptay, Karl Prümm, Martin Warnke.
