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Repository. 49 Methods and Assignments for Writing Urban Places' offers a set of methods and assignments intended to stimulate new approaches in architecture, urban studies, and other fields of spatial development and to invite creative, often embodied, and sometimes playful engagements with the material and immaterial dimensions of urban places. This 'Repository' collects 49 methods, defined here as systematic procedures, techniques and ways of acting, to explore, examine and discover urban places. Each method is described in a brief text and followed by a direct short assignment. Presented as a clear set of instructions, the assignment encourages and guides the reader to fully or partially explore and employ the method. As such, this Repository is intended to stay off the shelves and be a useful tool to inspire, accompany, and assist spatial professionals, researchers, students and communities alike to engage with urban places and to discover and develop responsible approaches to current urban challenges.00The Repository is a follow-up of the 'Vademecum: 77 Minor Terms for Writing Urban Places' and was compiled by an interdisciplinary group of international scholars connected through the EU COST Action network Writing Urban Places: New Narratives of the European City.

On the power of optimism in imagining a brighter future through architectureDespite climate catastrophes, increasing inequality and geopolitical instability, the field of architecture and urban design remains stubbornly optimistic about the future. This issue of OASE focuses on the optimism of a discipline which views itself as the best capable of showing society a way out of disaster.

A multipronged study of Africa's innovative approaches to communal living in the face of climate change and urbanizationThis volume presents essays, stories, research and photographs showing how African cities by waterfronts deal with two of the most significant trends of our time: urbanization and a changing climate. On the African continent, the impact of climate change is now an everyday reality. Coastal and waterfront cities in particular experience loss and damage due to significant increases in sea level rise, rainfall and flooding. At the same time, Africa is the second most rapidly urbanizing continent (after Asia). The intersections between water and cities are therefore critical for understanding the future of urban and rural developments in Africa. Through deeper understanding of the innovative and resourceful way of life of informal water communities such as Makoko and coastal cities such as Abidjan, African Water Cities reveals key factors, challenges and opportunities shaping human, physical and economic dynamics.

Surveying outstanding Dutch design work from a year marked by cultural, environmental and political chaosThis annual publication takes an uncensored look at what Dutch designers are thinking and making today, presenting award-winning work, essays and interviews, striking projects from design students and portraits of iconic designers such as Petra Blaisse and Chequita Nahar.

The design story of Marker Wadden is unique. This man-made group of uninhabited islands in the Markermeer mainly comprises marshes and shallow waters, which makes them perfect bird habitats. Only the main island is accessible to the public.00This newest piece of the Netherlands? its landscape, the urban design of the settlement and the architecture ? has been designed with care and attention. An impressive approach that leaves the shaping of the landscape largely to nature. By realizing Marker Wadden, client foundation Natuurmonumenten (Nature monuments) has taken the first step in restoring the lake's ecology, which had been deteriorating rapidly after the construction of the Houtrib Dike (the connection between Enkhuizen and Lelystad) in 1976. This richly illustrated publication discusses all aspects of the design story, from the construction using sand, clay and silt from the Markermeer to the placement of the off-grid settlement, and presents the insights and lessons learned from this extraordinary design effort in words and pictures.

A fascinating and fun look at the comical, ingenious world of Renaissance trick glassesAt the end of the 16th century, ingeniously designed glasses created for various drinking games began to appear in Europe. The glasses stimulated a sense of togetherness, provided entertainment value and, of course, encouraged drunkenness. The tricks varied significantly: some were quite overt--unusually shaped glasses such as a boot, horn or gun--and others stealthy, such as normal-looking glasses that splashed wine all over the drinker. Still others emitted strange noises when drunk from. It is precisely their playful character that rendered them technical tours de force, the pinnacle of what glassblowers could fashion at the time. The glasses showcased the skills of their makers along with the wealth and standing of their owners.For this amusing, delightful and impressive volume, internationally renowned glass expert Kitty Laméris and glass artist Marc Barreda conducted large-scale research into the use and history of trick glasses.

A new series highlighting women's voices in the architectural profession todayThe first installment in nai010's new Women in Architecture series, Documents and Histories offers a many-faceted exploration of multivocality in architecture. Catja Edens reflects on the diverse roles of women in architecture; Lara Schrijver's essay strives for a shift from rivalry to cooperation within design practice; Indira van 't Klooster develops a vocabulary that offers points of access for new analyses; Setareh Noorani focuses on the developments and potential of alternative ways of archiving; and Carolina Quiroga discusses the feminist and participatory architecture of Wilhelmina Jansen and Ada Kuiper-Struyk. Additionally, Documents and Histories includes contributions from Gianna Bottema, Brigitte Louise Hansen, Rixt Hoekstra, Ellen van Kessel, Manon Peyrot, Erica Smeets-Klokgieters and Charlotte Thomas.

On fieldwork as investigative process and performative projectThe seventh issue of Writingplace gathers reflections on a series of recent fieldwork projects in urban environments, exploring the moment when reflection turns into action, and raising questions about how knowledge produced via research is appraised and applied in the real world.

How renewable energy technologies can transform our landscape for the betterThe energy transition is in full swing: across the globe, windmills and solar panels are taking over from fossil fuels. But the construction and intervention of these new structures in the landscape is often met with resistance. What if one of the biggest obstacles for this transition is not energy technologies themselves but fear of drastic changes to our living environment?Power of Landscape examines "energy landscapes" in Europe and the US (Hoover dam, Arizona and Imperial Valley, California) in the present, past and future, exploring the qualitative and emotional significance of these landscapes for residents and users, and bridging for the first time the gap between the world of renewable energy and the world of spatial design. The core of the book's research stems from work at the Academy of Architecture Amsterdam and Wageningen University by Sven Stremke, Dirk Oudes and Paolo Picchi; additional experts on energy transition and environmental design reflect on their research.

Imagining a more sustainable future for the construction industryThis volume proposes radical ideas for the future of sustainability in the construction and architectural industries. It asks how, rather than continuing to erect new buildings, we can instead harness the construction industry to make a positive contribution to the environment.

An innovative reading of the influence of Catholicism on the great Dutch master of light and intimacyLittle is known about the personality of Johannes Vermeer (1632-75), one of the most famous Dutch painters of the 17th century. We do know, however, that he married a Catholic woman named Catharina Bolnes, whose family was closely associated with the Jesuit community in Delft. In this book, Gregor J.M. Weber shows that Vermeer himself actually pursued a Catholic way of life. The relationship between the artistic ambitions of the young Vermeer and his Catholic surroundings is also discussed. Vermeer's unique treatment of light, perception and perspective is examined and linked to the Jesuits' special interest in the camera obscura, the instrument of light and vision par excellence. With his research, Weber places Vermeer's person and art in a new context, which until now has only been touched on in passing.Gregor J.M. Weber (born 1956) is head of the Department of Fine Arts at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and the author of 1600-1700: Dutch Golden Age, among other books.

A massive trove of drawings of chairs, clocks, vases and more across four centuriesPublished in conjunction with an exhibition at the Rijksmuseum, Process displays the museum's extensive collection of previously unseen drawings of artifacts from the 1500s to 1900. The book thoroughly discusses the artifacts--which include vases, chairs, clocks, stoves, sledges and carriages, among many others--investigating their origins and usage, as well as the systems of production behind the objects; inventors, makers and patrons all feature here. The central focus of Process, however, is not the artifacts but the design drawings themselves. The drawings are arranged according to the successive stages of the design process, from the first sketches in pencil to their fully elaborated, colorful presentation.Unlike other publications on this subject, Process privileges the function of the drawings within the design process over their provenance and attribution. This distinct approach was developed after years of research by Reinier Baarsen, senior curator at the Rijksmuseum, who contributes text to the volume.

The first monograph on the Dutch painter and sculptor with a penchant for coffee potsKlaas Gubbels (born 1934) is a Dutch artist best known for his minimalist paintings of coffee pots, chairs, tables, bottles and chess boards, but his oeuvre is not limited to the flat surface. Klaas Gubbels, the first-ever monograph on the artist, highlights his works on paper and paintings, as well as his sculptures, assemblages and objets trouvés. Regardless of the medium, Gubbels' work conveys a tenacious observation of everyday objects.Published on the occasion of Gubbels' 88th birthday, this vibrantly illustrated volume considers the artist's extensive oeuvre from various angles, enlisting a group of artists and writers--including architect Dirk Jan Postel, storyteller Cherry Duyns and jazz musician Benjamin Herman--to engage with his work. Published in a limited edition of copies numbered 1-88, the publication also features a brand-new piece by Gubbels titled Het ongelijke van hetzelfde.

A cartographic guide to Europe's seaport infrastructureA multitude of port cities dot Europe's coastline, each with its own history and relationship to sea transportation and development. In the era of climate change, these cities can offer paradigms and guidance for sustainable development. Taking a comprehensive, map-based approach, Port City Atlas offers visualizations of 100 port city territories located on four seas and connected through shared waters--from Amsterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, Bilbao, Bordeaux, Bremen, Calais, Cork, Dover, Dublin, Felixstowe, Fredericia, Ghent, Hamburg, Helsinki, Kiel, Københavns and La Rochelle to Limerick, Liverpool, London, Lübeck, Malmø, Palermo, Ravenna, Riga, Rønne, Rotterdam, Sköldvik, Stockholm, Tallinn, Venice, Zeebrugge and countless others.Conceived as a reference work, Port City Atlas provides a foundation for comparative analysis beyond the case-study approach, offering a uniquely sea-oriented take on the understanding and urban design of Europe.

A meditation on singular versus collaborative authorship in contemporary architectureThis issue of the architectural journal OASE interrogates the notion of ownership and authorship within contemporary architecture culture and explores the shifting focus from singular authorship to more open forms of cooperation and cocreation.

Japan in the throes of modernity, depicted through an ancient mediumIn the early 20th century, Japan flourished under modernity's ascent: employment opportunities increased, conditions for women improved and optimism abounded. At the same time, many found themselves displaced and disoriented, longing for the former days of established order. Japan Modern documents the turbulence of this period as expressed through printmaking. Japanese artists gravitated toward the medium, drawn to its timelessness. Accordingly, many blended traditional and modern elements, implementing ancient woodcarving techniques to render street scenes with high-rise buildings, cars, railroads, factories and Japanese women with chin-length bobs dancing and drinking cocktails. Many, however, portrayed more traditional subjects such as idealized portraits of women and romantic landscapes.The prints featured in the volume are sourced from the Elise Wessels collection in the Netherlands, which is considered the most comprehensive archive of early 20th-century Japanese prints outside of Japan. This brand-new edition features a new cover treatment and a new foreword by Marije Jansen, the curator of Japanese prints at the Rijksmuseum.

A handsomely designed visual celebration of artistic and scientific depictions of insects, lizards and more across the centuriesCrawly creatures: critters, spiders, lizards, toads and, above all, insects. In the Middle Ages they were mainly associated with death and the Devil; but in the 16th and 17th centuries, with the emergence of science, people began to appreciate their beauty, and such creatures appeared in works of art, became the subject of scholarly treatises and were popular collectors' items. Artists such as Albrecht Dürer, Wenzel Jamnitzer, Jan van Kessel and Maria Sibylla Merian created beautiful depictions of these creatures.Today, artists are still inspired by "crawly creatures" and continue to depict new ways of dealing with insects and the natural world. This richly illustrated publication, designed by Irma Boom, celebrates the wonders of small creatures and the fascinating relationship between art and science across the centuries.

How collectively supported initiatives contribute to the transition to a circular economyUrban planner Els Leclercq and architect Mo Smit analyze the material structure of neighborhood initiatives.

A great Dutch museum revamped by a leading architectural firmThis publication documents the result of an extensive renovation of the Royal Museum of FIne Arts in Antwerp by Dutch architectural firm KAAN Architecten, richly illustrated with original drawings, archive material and photo documentation.

A visual history of the 18th-century rhinoceros and her unusual life as cultural icon and captive creatureIn 1741 a ship arrived in the Netherlands carrying a miraculous animal that few people in Europe had seen before: a young female rhinoceros from India named Clara. For 17 years, Clara traveled with her owner Douwe Mout through almost every country in Europe. Wherever she appeared, she made a sensation, becoming the most famous rhino in European history. Artists such as Jan Wandelaar, Johann Elias Ridinger, Petrus Camper, Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon and Pietro Longhi immortalized her in paintings, drawings, sculptures and medals; she even influenced fashion; and she permanently corrected the false image of a rhinoceros perpetuated by Dürer in his famous 1515 engraving.Based on new research, Gijs van der Ham, a former senior curator at the Rijksmuseum, reconstructs her life, travels and captivity, and unravels her influence on the iconography and knowledge of rhinoceroses.

Enigmatic installations expressing natural wondersThe latest works by Dutch installation artist Zoro Feigl (born 1983) celebrate such phenomena as the behavior of a swarm of starlings, ridges in the sand and the light of glowworms.

Themes of memory and documentation in recent works by the acclaimed Dutch artistThis publication documents recent works by Dutch multimedia artist Fiona Tan (born 1966)-- Gray Glass (2020), Inventory (2012) and Footsteps (2022)--as well as the text of the works Brendan's Isle (2010) and Island (2008).

Works of the past decade from the leading Dutch sculptorDutch artist Guido Geelen (born 1961) makes unorthodox use of conventional sculptural materials such as clay, bronze, iron, aluminum, glass and textiles. This volume covers works made over the past 22 years.

A retrospective on the Dutch virtuoso of geometry and colorThis sumptuous volume, designed by Irma Boom, surveys the career of Kees Visser (born 1948), from his early works with letters and texts and his research into form and color, to his self-designed catalogue raisonné and his sketchbooks.

An oral history of one of Europe's leading sites for design and architectural research For eight years, Het Nieuwe Institute, a cultural center in Rotterdam, has been dedicated to the study of architecture, design and digital culture. This book comprises an oral history of the institute as recounted by 15 practitioners, as well as an illustrated account of the institute's exhibition history.

Community integration is the theme of the journal's sixth editionThe sixth edition of Writingplace--the open-access journal of architecture and literature-- attempts to define and illustrate acts of appropriation and integration in midsize European cities.

The first English-language introduction to the evocative, detailed and subversively artificial landscapes of a neglected Dutch masterIn 1644 the young Dutch artist Allart van Everdingen (1621-75) traveled in Norway. It was an inspiring experience that set the course for his career. He went on to make countless paintings, drawings and etchings of rugged landscapes with waterfalls, log cabins and pine trees--a selection of which is presented in this first English-language monograph to be published in decades.Van Everdingen's highly detailed, emotionally resonant paintings of Norwegian landscapes at first seem to be realistic depictions, but prove on closer examination to be artistic constructs, conceived and executed in the workshop. Van Everdingen forged a new style in Dutch art that was picked up by other artists, Jacob van Ruisdael among them. In the 19th century, his impressive mountain views became an important inspiration for the Romantics. He also painted dramatic seascapes and river views, Dutch landscapes and illustrations for the Tale of Reynard the Fox.

A sumptuous introduction to the visionary gardens of Piet Oudolf--designer of New York's High Line garden--and the Dutch firm LOLAThis inspiring volume presents the garden vision of Piet Oudolf and LOLA Landscape Architects. One of the world's foremost living garden designers, and a leading figure of the "New Perennial" movement, Piet Oudolf (born 1944) has completed such famous projects as the garden for the High Line and Battery Park in New York, Oudolf Garden Detroit at Belle Isle Park, Delaware Botanic Gardens, Toronto Botanical Garden Entry Garden Walk, the Serpentine Gallery's interior garden and the Oudolf Gardens at Hauser & Wirth Somerset. LOLA Landscape Architects is an architectural firm based in Rotterdam that specializes in transforming public spaces, often postindustrial sites, through the optimization of the landscape's natural ecosystem.This beautifully realized volume takes the reader on an international journey through the gardens designed by Oudolf and LOLA, including a number of collaborative projects between the two, presenting the reimagination of public spaces and demonstrating the application of the gardening style of Sharawadgi, in which rigid lines and symmetry are avoided to give the scene an organic, naturalistic appearance. The pursuit of Sharawadgi binds Oudolf and LOLA together in the goal of designing landscapes that appear to have emerged "naturally" yet evoke an overwhelming experience and inexplicable beauty.From the High Line in New York to the gardens of Hauser & Wirth in Somerset and the Star Maze in Tytsjerk to the Leisure Lane in Parkstad, this volume introduces us to Oudolf's and LOLA's ultimate vision for the future: a global forest against the warming of the earth, a dream that can start in anyone's garden, however big or small.