Ideas and Structures

Více o knize

Exploring the interplay between architecture and metaphysical ideas, this scholarly work delves into how religious and philosophical concepts have influenced architectural design throughout history. It presents four essays that examine the roles of light, water, color, and sound in architecture, highlighting the author's belief in the importance of understanding architecture within a broader cultural context. Combining insights from architecture and literary studies, the author emphasizes the need to recognize architecture as a reflection of human thought and cultural layers.