World New Architecture Pocket Series - Sydney

Author: (English) Morrison
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Publish Date: 2001-08-01
Features: The iconic landmarks of Sydney, including the Sydney Harbour, the Harbour Bridge, and the Sydney Opera House, are globally renowned. However, the city boasts only a handful of architects whose works have gained recognition beyond Australia. Although the construction industry in Sydney is thriving, the city remains relatively inactive in participating in international exchanges of ideas and theories, lacking the necessary atmosphere. Relatively speaking, architects focus on a series of issues specific to certain cities and regions, solving unique problems through architecture and expressing regional characteristics. Sydney is a vibrant city, as well as a city in development, and its architecture reflects all of this, with many architects fully committed to the city's growth. This book features over 100 buildings and urban design projects completed since 1985, aiming to provide readers with an understanding of Sydney's architectural landscape while also revealing the cultural essence of the city and some of the issues that concern its residents. Francesca Morrison is an architect, urban designer, and an active writer based in London and Sydney.