Abstract
How can buildings be perceived not only for their properties as stable objects and spatial organisation, but also and at the same time as series of transformations, as socio-material orderings, as movements? On the basis of a discussion between architectural theory and actor network-theory, the paper proposes that spatial visions can be followed as issues of dispute and investigation in distributed, cognitive processes. This paper is based on studies of the planning of a new secondary school, focusing on a spatial concept emerging during the course named ‘The X zone’ – a spatial zone for interaction. Through analytical emphasis on the visual materials and documents produced during the process, and through interviews with architects, clients and engineers, I describe the continuous efforts to establish and strengthen architectural motives, and how they eventually gain the ability to align other motives and other actors.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | CIB 2010 World Congress Proceedings: Building a Better World |
Number of pages | 12 |
Place of Publication | Greater Manchester, Salford Quays |
Publisher | CIB |
Publication date | 2010 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 978-1-905732-91-3 |
Publication status | Published - 2010 |
Event | CIB World Congress 2010 - CIB, Greater Manchester, Salford Quays, United Kingdom Duration: 10 May 2010 → 13 May 2010 |
Conference
Conference | CIB World Congress 2010 |
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Location | CIB |
Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
City | Greater Manchester, Salford Quays |
Period | 10/05/2010 → 13/05/2010 |
Artistic research
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