Architect, verb : the new language of building / Reinier de Graaf.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Graaf, Reinier de, 1964- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Architectural criticism.

Architecture--Terminology.

Architecture.

Physical Description:

266 pages ; 22 cm

Place of Publication:

London ; New York : Verso, 2023.

Summary:

"Leading architect Reinier de Graaf De Graaf punctures the myths behind the debates on what contemporary architecture is, with wit and devastating honesty. Architecture, it seems, has become too important to leave to architects. No longer does it suffice to judge a building solely by its appearance, it must be measured, and certified. When architects talk about "Excellence," "Sustainability," "Well-being," "Liveability," "Placemaking," "Creativity," "Beauty" and "Innovation" what do they actually mean? In Architect, Verb, De Graff dryly skewers the doublespeak and hot air of an industry in search of an identity in the 21st century. He also includes a biting, satirical dictionary of 'profspeak': the corporate language of consultants, developers and planners from 'Active listening' to 'Zoom Readiness'."-- Provided by publisher

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 243-258) and index.

Local Notes:

Athenaeum copy: Dickey Fund bookplate.

ISBN:

9781839761911

1839761911

OCLC:

1370906848