Holz – Von der Materie zum Gebauten
Herausgeber:innen
Marina Hämmerle und Florian Aicher
Auftraggeber
Ministerium für Ernährung, Ländlichen Raum
und Verbraucherschutz Baden-Württemberg
Fotografie
Petra Steiner
Verlag
Edition DETAIL, München
Sandra Hofmeister
Wood is a material we have known since childhood. Wood building culture–an integral part of building in our part of the world. Its renaissance is rooted in a return to regional heritage and ecological potential. In the revitalisation of old building fabric, in the turn towards environmentally friendly construction, locally influenced craftsmanship and skills are finding new greatness. This book discusses the forestry, technological and architectural developments that have led to this, and how they vary from region to region. The beauty and qualities of wood are presented in unexpected ways.
Bookmarks
» … I haven’t had such a carefully conceived, designed and beautiful book in my hands for a long time. It starts with the format and of course the first thing that immediately draws you in are the enchanting and carefully composed photographs by Petra Steiner. The whole universe of “wood” is revealed in the photo essays alone, as Marina writes wonderfully, but more beautifully and profoundly. So the long wait was worth it, more than that. This book is a small revelation and I will certainly give it as a gift many times. Not only does it contribute a lot to my own view of wood and architecture, but it is simply encouraging and inspiring in a digital age in which the slow and haptic have to fight for space. … I love the layout, the careful sketches, the interplay of words and images and the harmony of color on great paper, … «
Regula Lüscher
Dipl. Arch. ETH/BDA
Former Senate Building Director/State Secretary Berlin
Honorary Professor University of the Arts
