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The Tropical Asian House explores how cultural influences, tradition, religion, technology, and the forces of globalization fuse together to produce a contemporary tropical architecture. The author focuses on 26 houses from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, India, and Sri Lanka. These houses represent the works of leading architects such as Charles Correa and Geoffrey Bawa as well as others who are searching for their own cultural imprint. The Tropical Asian House will be an important addition to both the professional and academic architectural markets.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Explores modern tropical architecture across Asian cultures.
Who is this book for?
If you're interested in how traditional Asian influences blend with modern design, this book offers fascinating insights. It showcases diverse architectural styles from across Southeast Asia and South Asia, highlighting innovative approaches and cultural expressions. Architecture enthusiasts and students alike will find inspiration and a deeper understanding of contemporary tropical homes.
