Title: regional architecture in the practice
Product review: This book i bought 2 years ago in Costa Rica, but after reading only the first chapter was stolen along with my bag. It's so difficult to find a knowledge source so complete about regional architecture in the practice. Stagno studied the sorroundings of his Costa Rica, culture, climatology and construction, to understand where was he designing, in order to adapt to it, and not the other way around. He has developed a design philosophy for his work, in which the best part is that he takes it to the end: he does what he preaches. His buildings in C.R. are living proof of his theories. This book describes this philosophy - ambiental syncretism - in a concise, well researched and complete manner. An landmark book for all architects designing in the humid tropics.
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