Conversations and Allusions: Enric Miralles

Download or read book Conversations and Allusions: Enric Miralles written by Catherine Spellman and published by Actar D, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-03-30 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enric Miralles (1955-2000) remains one of the most prominent architects of his generation. The significance of his architectural design lies in his seamless integration of site and building and his use of space to serve the everyday conditions of life. Practicing for less than twenty-five years Miralles designed over 150 projects, many are now built including: the Scottish Parliament Buildings, Santa Caterina Market, Vigo University, Diagonal Mar Park, Alicante Gymnastic Center, and Igualada Cemetry.The book Conversations and Allusions, Enric Miralles brings together previously unpublished essays and lectures by his former collaborators and friends. Each contributor in this timely publication offers unique insight on Miralles? practice of architecture as a way of creating positive change in the world.