All articles by Thomas Wensing – Meld Architecture and University of Kent

  • Eco Masterplanning: the Work of Ken Yeang, by Ken Yeang
    Review

    Review: Eco Masterplanning: the Work of Ken Yeang, by Ken Yeang

    2009-08-05T10:53:00Z

    Ken Yeang has been a successful advocate of sustainable architecture for many years, gaining his reputation on the efficient bio-climatic designs for tall buildings. After becoming a director at Llewelyn Davies Yeang, he grabbed the opportunity to broaden his scope from the individual building to urban masterplanning. This book aims ...

  • Biopolitics and the Emergence of Modern Architecture, by Sven-Olov Wallenstein
    Review

    Review: Biopolitics and the Emergence of Modern Architecture, by Sven-Olov Wallenstein

    2009-08-05T10:37:00Z

    The relationship between philosophy and architecture is tenuous. Both architecture and philosophy are expressions of thought, either explicit or subliminal. Architecture in particular, being a collective rather than an individual endeavour, can be seen as a carrier of values and aspirations more widely held within society. In addition, the building ...