More than 60 case studies of sensational curved buildings from around the world
Includes a short historical overview and the most recent design and technical developments
In Curved: Bending Architecture, the author seeks out the most sensational contemporary buildings from around the world that incorporate wave-like, rounded forms into their design. Curved forms in architecture are found throughout history (like the Colosseum in Rome) but today´s constructions explore the curve to its utmost fluid and freeform potential. From Zaha Hadid to Bosjes Chapel and from Brussels to China, this is a ѕelection of amazing buildings by world class architects who think outside the box and have redefined the built world around us.