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Inhabited Machines: Genealogy of an Architectural ConceptProzessarchitekturen: Medien Der Betriebsorganisation (1880–1936).

  • Published In: Journal of Design History, 2024, v. 37, n. 1. P. 93 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Wells, Matthew 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the concept of architecture as a machine and its evolution over time. It explores the historical context that led to the consideration of architecture as a machine, focusing on developments in science and economics during the eighteenth century. The article also examines the transition from aesthetics and symbolism to productivity and repeatability in the built environment. It discusses the role of air control in institutional settings such as hospitals and prisons, as well as the conflicts that arose in major central government projects. The article concludes by discussing the shift from the concept of architecture as a machine to the concept of architecture as an efficient system. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Design History. 2024/03, Vol. 37, Issue 1, p93
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Sociology
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0952-4649
  • DOI:10.1093/jdh/epad023
  • Accession Number:177216266
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