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OverviewThe 49% Architect, 51% Entrepreneur: A Blueprint for Entrepreneurship in Architecture will inspire architects and aspiring architects with its insights into the visionaries of the past and a look to the future of architecture—and sustainability, the planet, and an urgent call to global stewardship of our fragile world. The 49% Architect, 51% Entrepreneur: A Blueprint for Entrepreneurship in Architecture explores architectural history and the inspirations of the visionaries of the field including: • Ludwig Mies ven der Rohe • Le Corbusier • Frank Lloyd Wright • Gustave Eiffel • Zaha Hadid • Carme Pigem • And many Pritzker winners who have designed the greatest buildings in the world In addition, the author examines the most pressing issues of architecture and society today, from global warming to the pressures and problems of city planning, from urban sprawl to a lack of commitment to the principles of urbanism. He shares his vision of cities of the future—with ground-breaking, original ideas of what buildings and cities and communities in the next century could be. Architects must be both artists—and businesspeople and entrepreneurs capable of steering projects, partnerships, and companies forward, with a view toward creating sustainable structures and cities. By looking through the lens of the past, Edgard Rios helps readers imagine the future. He urges the citizens of the world to live in harmony with the landscape and world around it. By presenting cutting-edge concepts, The 49% Architect, 51% Entrepreneur presents a look at what the world could be, along with a clarion call to embrace environmental stewardship and sustainable practices. Warm, inspiring, provocative, and thought-provoking, Edgard Rios aims to both challenge and applaud today’s architects, as well as inspire the next generation. He shares his insights gained from decades collaborating, creating, and envisioning transformative projects. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Edgard RiosPublisher: Advantage Media Group Imprint: Advantage Media Group Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 22.80cm Weight: 0.236kg ISBN: 9781642258158ISBN 10: 1642258156 Pages: 152 Publication Date: 14 September 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsIntroduction Entrepreneurship and Architecture Chapter One Life Lessons for the Architect/Entrepreneur Chapter Two Time and Inspiration Chapter Three More Entrepreneur Than Architect Chapter Four Entrepreneurs of Architecture Chapter Five The Future Is Now Chapter Six Collaboration, Creation, and Innovation Chapter Seven Heroines of Architecture Chapter Eight Motivation, Leadership, and the Future Chapter Nine Entrepreneurs of Architecture II Chapter Ten Urban Spaces and Planning Chapter Eleven The Future Awaits Chapter Twelve Past to Present to …? My Creed Author’s Note AcknowledgmentsReviewsAuthor InformationEDGARD RIOS is a registered architect with nearly thirty years of experience covering all aspects of design, planning, architecture, and project management. He has a reputation for leading challenging, sustainable projects through innovative project delivery methods and has a history of acting as an agent for strategic change. He founded CEARC architecture in 1992; as the company expanded, CEARC Joined as an external associate to RMJM group in 2014. Edgard is responsible for the strategic direction and overall performance of CEARC’s practice in Mexico, as well as all design and leadership positions in Mexico. As an architect, he promotes a holistic design approach that ensures interdisciplinary design thinking and innovation is brought to every project. As an entrepreneur he founded three other companies from real estate to construction. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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