De Trenton a los Laboratorios Richards: la evolución de Louis Kahn en la construcción, la prefabricación y el orden arquitectónico
[EN] Louis I. Kahn stands out for his essential approach to architecture, seeking the origin of each idea as the key to shaping his buildings. Kahn values construction as much as the idea, believing that the essence of a building must be reflected in its construction process. He explores the nature...
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| Tipo de recurso: | artículo |
| Fecha de publicación: | 2024 |
| País: | España |
| Institución: | Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) |
| Repositorio: | RiuNet. Repositorio Institucional de la Universitat Politécnica de Valéncia |
| Idioma: | español inglés |
| OAI Identifier: | oai:riunet.upv.es:10251/211354 |
| Acceso en línea: | https://riunet.upv.es/handle/10251/211354 |
| Access Level: | acceso abierto |
| Palabra clave: | Kahn Concrete Prefabrication Order Richards Laboratories Hormigón Prefabricación Orden Laboratorios Richards |
| Sumario: | [EN] Louis I. Kahn stands out for his essential approach to architecture, seeking the origin of each idea as the key to shaping his buildings. Kahn values construction as much as the idea, believing that the essence of a building must be reflected in its construction process. He explores the nature of materials and their constructive logic, aiming to express the load-bearing system in the most elegant way possible, without the need for added cladding. Among his most significant contributions are his experiences with concrete prefabrication, highlighting the Richards Medical Research Laboratories as a key work where he synthesizes his theoretical and practical principles. This building is notable for its clear articulation of spaces and its integration of light, materials, and construction technique. His previous projects, such as the Trenton Bath House, are fundamental to his later development in the Richards Laboratories, reflecting his constant quest for an architectural order that combines tradition and modernity. These experiences are considered valuable lessons in contemporary construction. |
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