A collection of the writing of the highly influential architect,
Juhani Pallasmaa, presented in short, easily accessible, and condensed
ideas ideal for students
Juhani Pallasmaa is one of Finland's most distinguished architects and
architectural thinkers, publishing around 60 books and several hundred
essays and shorter pieces over his career. His influential works have
inspired undergraduate and postgraduate students of architecture and
related disciplines for decades. In this compilation of excerpts of his
writing, readers can discover his key concepts and thoughts in one
easily accessible, comprehensive volume.
Inseminations: Seeds for Architectural Thought is a delightful
collection of thoughtful ideas and compositions that float between
academic essay and philosophical reflection. Wide in scope, it offers
entries covering: atmospheres; biophilic beauty; embodied understanding;
imperfection; light and shadow; newness and nowness; nostalgia;
phenomenology of architecture; sensory thought; silence; time and
eternity; uncertainty, and much more.
- Makes the wider work of Pallasmaa accessible to students across the
globe, introducing them to his key concepts and thoughts
- Exposes students to a broad range of issues on which Pallasmaa has a
view
- Features an alphabetized structure that makes serendipitous discovery
or linking of concepts more likely
- Presents material in short, condensed manner that can be easily
digested by students
Inseminations: Seeds for Architectural Thought will appeal to
undergraduate students in architecture, design, urban studies, and
related disciplines worldwide.
