Shifts
Hans Ibelings
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Shifts
Published
2012
Publisher
Architectural Observer
Pages
96
ISBN-13
9789081920704
ISBN-10
9081920707
Description
The global crisis that erupted in 2008 has left unmistakably deep scars in architectural culture. But what is happening now is not solely attributable to what began as a mortgage crisis; many of the causes lie deeper, and go back further than a few years. In a way, the recession has simply accelerated, and exacerbated, various pre-existing trends. Without overstating the case, the West, and above all Europe, is undergoing such major change at the beginning of the twenty-first century that it is no longer logical to expect the future to be simply an extrapolation and continuation of the recent past. And this could well have far-reaching consequences for architecture. Of course, this is not the first time that people have declared that things will never be the same again. And up to now reality has usually turned out to be a good deal better than predicted. But there are reasons why architects in Europe should consider the possibility that this time it really might turn out differently.
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How many pages are in Shifts?
This edition of Shifts has approximately 96 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Shifts?
For most readers, Shifts typically takes between 2h 0m and 1h 20m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 24,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 36m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 4 days • Estimated word count: 24,000 words
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What is the word count of Shifts?
The estimated word count for Shifts is approximately 24,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Shifts?
Shifts was written by Hans Ibelings.
When was Shifts published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2012. The original work may have been published on a different date.