Information Materials

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Focusing on the integration of smart materials in architecture, the book examines current global trends and their implications for design. It delves into adaptive architecture and "information materials," highlighting their uses and future potential. A thorough overview of architectural materials, both historical and contemporary, is provided, alongside educational approaches for incorporating these materials into design curricula. The final sections explore innovative phenomena such as aerogels and bioplastics, offering insights into their fabrication and application, and concluding with a vision for "living" architecture.