This new selection of essays follows Chris Abels previous best sellingcollection Architecture and Identity. Drawing upon a wide range of knowledgeand discipline... » 

This new selection of essays follows Chris Abels previous best sellingcollection Architecture and Identity. Drawing upon a wide range of knowledgeand disciplines the author argues that underlying technological changes inthe process of architectural production are fundamental changes in the way wethink about machines and the world we live in.Key topics include new patterns of urbanism in the fast growing cities of asiapacific metaphorical extensions of mind and body in cyberspace the divergentEuropean and North American values shaping Sir Norman Fosters and FrankGehrys work and the collaborative work methods and technologies creating theadaptable design pratices of today. Provides a unique perspective on new developments in architecture and urbandesign in Asia Pacific and many other parts of the world Includes valuable insights into the innovation process Shows how biological and cybernetic approaches are reshaping concepts andmethods of architectural design and production «