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A compilation of essays that have been written by academics and professionals; from various points of view, perspectives and theories into post-modern architecture.

Interest in living off the grid, i.e. self-sufficiently without relying on public services such as the municipal water supply, electricity, or local sewage and gas systems, has come on the scene as a greener, cheaper, and more independent way of life. Homes that are off-grid generally allow for a smaller carbon footprint, and a sense of freedom and self-sufficiency. Living Off-Grid sets you free from depending on a company, either using solar panels, wind turbines, a micro water system, or a combination of these technologies. Other times, an Off-Grid system can work as an energy backup or be...

Brief overview of ObregÑn's (b. Mexico) work as one of the most influencial Mexican born architects of the 20th century.

De manera sencilla, este libro propone una guía para que el estudiante analice el ciclo de los materiales, desde diferentes metodologías y estrategias dentro del aula de clase y fuera de ella, a partir de fichas de análisis, visitas de campo y elaboración de modelos. Ello le permitirá visualizar todos los componentes que intervienen en el ciclo de vida de un material, los residuos que se generan en el proceso constructivo y el correcto uso que debe hacerse de estos para minimizar los desechos. En últimas, también es una invitación a reflexionar sobre cómo hacer frente desde la...