Renzo Piano

Space - Detail - Light

Edgar Stach

• Editorial: Birkhäuser
• Año: 2021
• ISBN:
  9783035614572
• Edición: 1
• Categoría: Arquitectura general

The Pritzker laureate Renzo Piano is recognized worldwide as one of the most renowned architects of our time. Central elements of his aesthetics include the playful use of natural light, the transparency of his buildings and their fine detailing.

This publication documents nine museum buildings by Renzo Piano Building Workshop.

Índice

• Table of Contents
• Preface
• Introduction
• Part I: Nine Museums by Renzo Piano Building Workshop
• The Menil Collection 1982–1986
• Beyeler Foundation, 1991–1997
• Jean-Marie Tjibaou Cultural Center, 1991–1998
• Cy Twombly Pavilion, 1992–1995
• Nasher Sculpture Center, 1999–2003
• High Museum Expansion, 1999–2005
• Zentrum Paul Klee, 1999–2005
• Renovation and Expansion of the Morgan Library and Museum, 2000–2006
• Broad Contemporary Art Museum, 2003–2008
• Part II: Natural Light in Museums by Renzo Piano Building Workshop
• General Considerations
• Design Principles of the Daylight Systems
• Appendices
• List of Abbreviations
• Project Details
• Bibliography
• About the Author
• Illustration Credits