Josephine Vaughan – författare

Fractal analysis is a method for measuring, analysing and comparing the formal or geometric properties of complex objects. In this book it is used to investigate eighty-five buildings that have been designed by some of the twentieth-century’s most respected and celebrated architects. Including designs by Le Corbusier, Eileen Gray, Frank Lloyd Wright, Robert Venturi, Frank Gehry, Peter Eisenman, Richard Meier and Kazuyo Sejima amongst others, this book uses mathematics to analyse arguments and theories about some of the world’s most famous designs. Starting with 625 reconstructed architectural plans and elevations, and including more than 200 specially prepared views of famous buildings, this book presents the results of the largest mathematical study ever undertaken into architectural design and the largest single application of fractal analysis presented in any field. The data derived from this study is used to test three overarching hypotheses about social, stylistic and personal trends in design, along with five celebrated arguments about twentieth-century architecture. Through this process the book offers a unique mathematical insight into the history and theory of design.

Fractal analysis is a method for measuring, analysing and comparing the formal or geometric properties of complex objects. In this book it is used to investigate eighty-five buildings that have been designed by some of the twentieth-century’s most respected and celebrated architects. Including designs by Le Corbusier, Eileen Gray, Frank Lloyd Wright, Robert Venturi, Frank Gehry, Peter Eisenman, Richard Meier and Kazuyo Sejima amongst others, this book uses mathematics to analyse arguments and theories about some of the world’s most famous designs. Starting with 625 reconstructed architectural plans and elevations, and including more than 200 specially prepared views of famous buildings, this book presents the results of the largest mathematical study ever undertaken into architectural design and the largest single application of fractal analysis presented in any field. The data derived from this study is used to test three overarching hypotheses about social, stylistic and personal trends in design, along with five celebrated arguments about twentieth-century architecture. Through this process the book offers a unique mathematical insight into the history and theory of design.

This handbook offers a comprehensive guide for built environment students, educators, and practitioners interested in integrating sustainable solutions into their projects. With climate change posing a global emergency, this handbook provides a timely guidance and inspiration, showcasing practical information and case studies from two distinct geographical locations: India and Australia. This handbook also presents innovative approaches for teaching and learning about sustainable built environment practices, highlighting engaging teaching methods used in both India and Australia to equip future sustainability leaders with the necessary skills and knowledge to address the climate emergency. It also showcases detailed case studies demonstrating best practices in sustainable built environments, with practical suggestions for implementation and scalability. Additionally, the handbook discusses the role of policy and governance as an enabler for climate change mitigation and sustainable transitions in both India and Australia. The book is a valuable reference for built environment students, educators in sustainable design and construction, practitioners in architecture, engineering and construction, policymakers and government officials involved in urban planning and sustainability and professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of sustainable practices in the built environment.