Markus Breitschmid Bücher

First time English translation of Mario Botta's essay Architettura e ambiente [Architecture and the Ambient]. The book includes an epilogue and biographical information written by Markus Breitschmid. Translation of the essay by Alice Francesconi and Marianna Galbusera with the assistance of Markus Breitschmid.

Exploring the evolving concept of "tectonic" in 19th-century architectural theory, this essay examines the contributions of Carl Boetticher, Gottfried Semper, and Heinrich Woelfflin. It critiques the contemporary view that defines tectonic solely as the "Poetics of Construction," arguing that such a narrow focus on materiality neglects architecture's potential to convey representational values and civilizing significance. The work highlights the importance of a broader understanding of architecture's role in cultural and societal contexts.