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| URI: | http://purl.tuc.gr/dl/dias/0E45023E-0A3D-42C5-BEFA-2F28394FB8F5 | ||
| Year | 2019 | ||
| Type of Item | Diploma Thesis Project | ||
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| Bibliographic Citation | Zoi Mila, "Flexible dwelling: from traditional Japanese architecture to open space, polyvalency and contemporary convertible space.", Diploma Thesis Project, School of Architecture, Technical University of Crete, Chania, Greece, 2019 https://doi.org/10.26233/heallink.tuc.84024 | ||
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This paper presents a comprehensive review of the concepts of flexibility and human needs as well as the evolution of flexible housing structures over time. The main purpose of this essay is to highlight the constant need for change of our surroundings according to the existing conditions. This is especially true in the modern age when new social trends and rapid changes create new circumstances. Furthermore, the deep relationship between Japanese Culture and Flexibility is analyzed, which the representatives of the Modern Movement acknowledged and adopted. In addition, modern design techniques aiming at flexible structures, which were introduced by the Modern Movement and later on, are presented. These are: Open Space, Polyvalency, Indeterminacy, Incomplete Space, Redundant Space and Convertible Space. It is also considered how these terms are related to the structure of traditional Japanese house. Finally, the historical evolution of the flexible house with its Japanese references is examined regarding the Modern Movement, the Metabolist Movement and how it is presented in the works of contemporary architects with particular focus on Shigeru Ban.
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