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LA Climbs by Alex Hartley
LA Climbs by Alex Hartley
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Alternative Uses for Architecture
128 pages, Paperback
235 x 200 x 16mm (L x W x T)
ISBN (13) 9781901033496
Condition: LIKE NEW: This book is almost as new, with no damage nor defects. There no markings, inscriptions or signatures of any kind, pages are clean and vibrant.
Genres: Nonfiction / Architecture / Mountaineering / Conceptual Art / Sport & Recreation
Discover a captivating reinterpretation of Los Angeles architecture in "LA Alternative Uses for Architecture." This unique project, blending artistic intervention with practical guidance, meticulously documents climbs across iconic structures, transforming them into unexpected climbing routes.
Through stunning photography, detailed topographic diagrams, and precise route descriptions, the book offers a fresh perspective, reminiscent of the audacious climbs of Alain Robert and the innovative spirit of skateboarding culture. Hartley's expeditions, including ascents of the Hollywood sign and Frank Gehry's Disney Hall, alongside classic Case Study Houses and works by architectural masters like Wright, Schindler, and Neutra, reveal a city stripped down to its essential elements: surface, texture, and elevation.
This collection, presented through vibrant color photography, evocative drawings, and insightful diagrams, provides an alternative and compelling lens through which to view the architectural landscape of Los Angeles. "LA Alternative Uses for Architecture" is a must-have for those seeking a novel and visually arresting exploration of the urban environment.
