Architecture by its very nature is grounded by its foundation in sediment of immobile terrains. You want to see architecture up close to get its complete monumental effect, you have to travel to it. Sure you can find pictures on the internet and sometimes some sites even have those cool nifty web tours, but it is really not the same. These voyeuristic mechanisms only help you make decisions on whether you should visit one place over another.
Architectural models and renderings on the other hand can travel. I am constantly amazed by the precision and craft behind models. Renderings are cool, but it’s more about computer projects than actual old-fashioned skills.
A few months ago there was an exhibit at the MOMA on Spanish Architecture. Most of the projects on display were either in the design stages or in the early stages of construction. Only a few were actually completed. But all I could think of as I took in each structure was how much I wanted to visit Spain and tour the country once all of these projects were completed. The draw was not just that the architects were very innovative with their designs, but the patrons and architectural functions also seemed to be of a need breed.
I'm already starting to plan a trip for 2009 to Spain. Maybe if I plan accordingly I will also hit up Dubai (most of its tallest structures should be completed by then as well)
1 comment:
Great post...yet, I think there is something to be said about the whole computer fantasy that is projected by computers. I feel that it does push Arch. to envision things, but you are correct, those little models are an art in themselves. As for Spain, they have always been on the cutting edge, but everyone is starting to take place the reason why you mention in your previous post, the world is getting smaller
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