Building in Landscape
Building in Landscape explores the concept of contextual architecture by intentionally designing structures that stand out as alien to their surroundings, challenging the viewer’s perception of harmony and integration. This approach highlights the tension between architectural innovation and existing environments, demonstrating that a building can respect its context while simultaneously asserting its distinct identity. By juxtaposing the new against the old or the familiar, the series invites reflection on how architecture can provoke thought and evoke emotions, ultimately enriching the landscape’s narrative.
It is a part of a book series about contextual architecture, including Building in Historical Context and Building in Urban Context
The layout emphasizes the alien concept through a stark white center in the book creates a striking visual contrast, drawing the reader’s focus while allowing the surrounding monochrome text and illustrations to orbit around it. This technique not only highlights the alien’s significance but also establishes a dynamic relationship between the minimalist central theme and the richly illustrated spreads, where the absence of white space is filled with vibrant imagery. This interplay between emptiness and fullness enhances the thematic exploration of the alien, ensuring it remains a central pillar throughout the narrative.
The Typographic cover based on the general layout idea
Size: 140×175mm Coptic Binding Number of copies: 1 Typography: Right Grotesk by Pangram Pangram All Photos and texts are taken from divisare.com Photos by: Riley Snelling, Rafael Gamo, César Béjar, Iwan Baan, Paul Warchol, Lukas Schaller, David HieplerKristina Chan, Hyosook Chin
