Name: Wild Buildings and Bridges: Architecture Inspired by Nature - Etta Kaner
Brand: Etta Kaner
Price: 97.86 RON
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This book celebrates more than 30 examples of nature's influence on building and bridge designs all over the world. Sidebars profile famous architects who have used nature to spectacular effect in their designs. Includes step-by-step instructions for science experiments and a design-your-own-structure activity. Full color. nFrom cactuses to birds' wings, termite towers to honeycombs, this book celebrates more than thirty examples of nature's influence on building and bridge designs all over the world. In some instances, architects looked to nature to solve structural problems, like creating an earthquake-proof bridge by mimicking the long roots of a type of grass known for stabilizing riverbanks. Other examples show how nature provides artistic inspiration, like the famous buildings designed by Frank Gehry that evoke the beauty of moving fish. The incredible structures in this book prove that nature and architecture are perfect partners! Sidebar biographies tell us more about these famous architects who have used nature to spectacular effect in their designs. Fun activities throughout add an interactive element, with step-by-step instructions for science experiments and a design-your-own-structure activity. nAward-winning author Etta Kaner combines science and art in this unique look at nature's influence on architecture and design. The emphasis on problem-solving and critical thinking make it an excellent choice for science and technology lessons on structures, mechanisms an