Uncommon Ground

David Leatherbarrow

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Uncommon Ground

by David Leatherbarrow

2016

MIT Press

335

9780262338547

Description

"Although both are central to architecture, siting and construction are often treated as separate domains. In Uncommon Ground, David Leatherbarrow illuminates their relationship, focusing on the years between 1930 and 1960, when utopian ideas about the role of technology in building gave way to an awareness of its disruptive impact on cities and culture. He examines the work of three architects, Richard Neutra, Antonin Raymond, and Aris Konstantinidis, who practiced in the United States, Japan, and Greece respectively.". "The conflict between technological progress and cultural continuity, Leatherbarrow claims, exists only in theory, not in the real world of architecture. He argues that the act of building is not a matter of restoring regional identity by re-creating familiar signs, but of incorporating construction into the process of topography's perpetual becoming."--BOOK JACKET.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Uncommon Ground?

This edition of Uncommon Ground has approximately 335 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 Uncommon Ground?

For most readers, Uncommon Ground typically takes between 6h 59m and 4h 39m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 83,750 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 35m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 83,750 words

Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.

What is the word count of Uncommon Ground?

The estimated word count for Uncommon Ground is approximately 83,750 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.

This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.

Who is the author of Uncommon Ground?

Uncommon Ground was written by David Leatherbarrow.

When was Uncommon Ground published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2016. The original work may have been published on a different date.