EAN: 9783721209846

SANTIAGO CALATRAVA BRIDGES - SANTIAGO CALATRAVA...

Santiago Calatrava is among the most important and influential architects of our times. The
trademark projects of the Spanish-Swiss designer are sensational bridge designs embodying the
symbiosis of elegant architectural expression and engineering mastery. Influenced by his
passion and experience in sculpture  his creations decisively shape and characterize the
involved cities and landscapes. This volume is a special homage to this iconic work  showing
the importance Santiago Calatrava places on bridges as a cultural achievement of human
civilization. In this book  the architect himself talks about the visions as well as artistic
and architectural philosophies behind his unparalleled bridge designs. He also provides
detailed descriptions of 75 selected projects  which  together with first drafts  watercolor
paintings  and high-quality photographs and renderings  provide a unique and genuine insight
into his creative process.

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