The Tao of Architecture

Amos Ih Tiao Chang, David Wang

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Princeton University Press
13 June 2017

Theory of architecture; Architectural structure & design; Taoism

Series: Princeton Classics

Frank Lloyd Wright first noted the affinity between modern Western architecture and the philosophy of the ancient Chinese writer Laotzu. In this classic work, Amos Ih Tiao Chang expands on that idea, developing the parallel with the aid of architectural drawings and Chinese paintings. Now with a new foreword by David Wang, this book reveals the vitality of intangible, or negative, elements. Chang writes that these qualities make architectonic forms ""come alive, become human, naturally harmonize with one another, and enable us to experience them with human sensibility."" The Tao of Architecture continues to be essential reading for understanding the intersection between architecture and philosophy.

By: Amos Ih Tiao Chang
Foreword by: David Wang
Imprint: Princeton University Press
Country of Publication: United States
Volume: 27
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 113g
ISBN: 9780691175713
ISBN 10: 0691175713
Series: Princeton Classics
Pages: 104
Publication Date: 13 June 2017
Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , ELT Advanced , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Foreword to the Princeton Classics Edition v Foreword xix Introduction 3 National Life-movement in Architecture Vision 11 Variability and Complement 23 Balance and Equilibrium 41 Individuality and Unity 59 Conclusion 69

Amos Ih Tiao Chang (191698) was professor of architecture at Kansas State University. His books include China: Tao in Architecture. David Wang is professor of architecture in the School of Design and Construction at Washington State University. He is the author of A Philosophy of Chinese Architecture: Past, Present, Future.