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Houses in Motion: The Genesis, History and Development of the Portable Building

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A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Binding
Paperback
Book Title
Houses in Motion
Weight
1 lbs
Product Group
Book
IsTextBook
No
ISBN
9780470843314

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-10
0470843314
ISBN-13
9780470843314
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2143937

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
168 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Houses in Motion : the Genesis, History and Development of the Portable Building
Subject
General
Publication Year
2002
Features
Revised
Type
Textbook
Author
Robert H. Kronenburg
Subject Area
Architecture
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.4 in
Item Weight
19 Oz
Item Length
11 in
Item Width
8.8 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number
2
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2002-405008
Dewey Edition
21
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
721/.04
Edition Description
Revised edition
Synopsis
Features extensive illustrations. * Commercially available products are compared with the work of leading designers. * Publication of the Second Edition is to coincide with a major exhibition, "Living in Motion," co-currated by the author., House in Motion, Second Edition explores the genre of portable, transportable, demountable and temporary architecture. Moving buildings are among the earliest artifacts created by man, and yet they have a persisting relevance that enables a Bedouin tent to exist in the same world as a 90,000-ton aircraft carrier. In this revised edition of his definitive study, Robert Kronenbourg examines the development of the moveable building from prehistory to the present day, including a entirely new chapter on the influence that new technologies have on the subject. From familiar vernacular models such as the tent, mobile home and houseboat, to developments in military and construction engineering, all aspects of portable architecture are considered. Kronenbourg makes comparisons between current, commercially available products and the work of innovative designers. He explores the philosophical and technological issues raised by contemporary, experimental and futuristic prototypes, and examines the suitability to purpose of portable building solutions in shelter after disaster situations. A greater undestanding of the nature of transitory architecture could result in a new, ecologically aware design strategy which prioritises buildings that 2tread lightly on the earth2 and still convey the sense of identity and community necessary for an established responsible society. This book offers readers a unique insight into this increasingly important field of design.
LC Classification Number
NA8480

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