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Adhocism: The Case for Improvisation explores the concept of adhocism, a design and architectural philosophy that embraces improvisation and the use of available resources to solve problems. This expanded and updated edition by Charles Jencks and Nathan Silver delves into the history, theory, and application of adhocism across various fields, highlighting its relevance in contemporary design and architecture.
Publisher
MIT Press
Publication year
1972
ISBN-13
9780262518444
Pages
376
Language
English
Subjects
Improvisation in DesignArchitectural TheoryAdaptive DesignContemporary ArchitectureDesign PhilosophyUrban Planning

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