Functionalism revisited : architectural theory and practice and the behavioral sciences /: architectural theory and practice and the behavioral sciences. (2016)

• Record Type: Book
• Other Titles: Architectural theory and practice and the behavioral sciences
• Further Information: Note: Jon Lang, Walter Moleski.
• Other Names: Lang, Jon T; Moleski, Walter
• Contents: Introduction. Architectural theory and functional theory -- The inheritance : architectural practice and architectural theory today -- A framework for theory in architecture -- Creating a theory of functionalism. Concepts of function in architecture -- Experiencing architecture : the foundation for a theory of functionalism -- Functionalism updated -- The functions of the built environment : theory and practice -- Basic functions -- The accommodation of activities : behaviour settings and architecture -- Shelter and salubrious environments -- Physical and psychological safety and security -- Architecture, financial security, and profit -- Identity and community -- Identity, individualism, and the unique -- Buildings as signs and status symbols -- Advanced functions -- The cognitive function of architecture : the environment as a source of learning -- Experiential aesthetics and intellectual aesthetics -- Externalities : buildings in context -- The function of the new as a shaper of its environment -- Conclusion. Architectural theory, functional theory, and design methodology.
• Publisher Details: Place of publication not identified : Routledge
• Publication Date: 2016
• Extent: 1 online resource (376 pages)
• Subjects: 720.1; Functionalism (Architecture); Architecture and society
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781351935234; 1351935232
• Access Rights: Legal Deposit; Only available on premises controlled by the deposit library and to one user at any one time; The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK).
• Access Usage: Restricted: Printing from this resource is governed by The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK) and UK copyright law currently in force.