Kazi Ashraf Ordre des livres

Exploring the intricate relationship between architecture and culture, this collection of critical essays delves into diverse topics such as architectural phenomenology, the evolution of architectural thought from ancient Greece to modern India, and the works of influential figures like Louis Kahn and Le Corbusier. The essays emphasize that architecture is a dynamic interplay of life, space, and ecosystems, suggesting that it possesses a deeper essence beyond its physical form. Through personal reflections and experiences, the author invites readers to perceive architecture as a living cosmos.

Louis Kahn's parliament building in Dhaka, Bangladesh, a rarely seen architectural masterpiece that influenced generations of architects and designers, can now be appreciated in this beautifully crafted volume of recent photographs by Grischa Rueschendorf.