Zoo Buildings. Construction and Design Manual by Natascha Meuser (English) Hardc

Description: Zoo Buildings. Construction and Design Manual by Natascha Meuser Meuser examines five generations of zoological structures in order to show that the architecture of zoos has always incorporated social values, fostering the coexistence of humans and animals, ever since the opening of the first scientifically run zoo. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This is the first ever manual to systemati-cally delve into the zoo as an architectur-al typology. The author Natascha Meuser examines five generations of zoological structures in order to show that the archi-tecture of zoos has always incorporated social values, fostering the coexistence of humans and animals, ever since the opening of the first scientifically run zoo. The manual presents documentation of 30 historical, pioneering zoo buildings that set new standards both functional-ly and aesthetically. Moreover, it offers an in-depth analysis of 50 internation-al zoos that have been built in the last 20 years. It includes floor plans to scale, elevations, and sections as well as large photos that offer deep insights that have never been available before. The author also presents ten design parameters that can serve as guidelines for the planning of a zoological structure. Long Description This is the first ever manual to systematically delve into the zoo as an architectural typology. The author Natascha Meuser examines five generations of zoological structures in order to show that the architecture of zoos has always incorporated social values, fostering the coexistence of humans and animals, ever since the opening of the first scientifically run zoo. The manual presents documentation of 30 historical, pioneering zoo buildings that set new standards both functionally and aesthetically. Moreover, it offers an in-depth analysis of 50 international zoos that have been built in the last 20 years. It includes floor plans to scale, elevations, and sections as well as large photos that offer deep insights that have never been available before. The author also presents ten design parameters that can serve as guidelines for the planning of a zoological structure. Details ISBN3869226803 Author Natascha Meuser Pages 576 Year 2018 ISBN-10 3869226803 ISBN-13 9783869226804 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2018-10-01 Short Title Zoo Buildings Language English Subtitle Construction and Design Manual Imprint DOM Publishers Place of Publication Berlin Country of Publication Germany UK Release Date 2018-10-01 Publisher DOM Publishers Series Construction and Design Manual Audience General AU Release Date 2019-06-30 Illustrations 900 images; 900 Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:143271585;

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