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<italic>Supertall: How the world’s tallest buildings are reshaping our cities and our lives</italic>, by Stefan Al.

Authors :
Kickert, Conrad
Source :
Journal of Urban Affairs. Aug2024, p1-3. 3p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

&quot;Supertall: How the world’s tallest buildings are reshaping our cities and our lives&quot; by Stefan Al is a book that explores the impact of supertall skyscrapers on architectural, cultural, and financial aspects of cities. The author, an architecture scholar with firsthand experience in skyscraper projects, provides a comprehensive overview of the technological and societal dimensions of skyscrapers. The book discusses the inner workings of skyscrapers, including building materials, engineering, and environmental considerations. It also delves into the social dynamics of skyscrapers, such as regulatory frameworks and their effects on public space and urban inequality. The author concludes by advocating for a new paradigm that prioritizes sustainability in skyscraper design and regulation. Overall, &quot;Supertall&quot; offers a balanced and critical examination of skyscrapers as significant elements of contemporary urban landscapes. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07352166
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Urban Affairs
Publication Type :
Review
Accession number :
179291254
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/07352166.2024.2391678