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Genius loci

by Christian Norberg-Schulz · 1980

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Describes and elucidates a phenomenology of architecture, landscape and culture. Uses philosophy, aesthetics and formal analysis to present three primary modes of building and dwelling (drawing upon Heidegger): Romantic, Classic and Cosmic. Highly recommended!

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