Shaping Space & Form : Inflatable Design & Architecture

Inflatable architecture has evolved since its appearance at the beginning of the 20th century, when it was used to create temporary structures for the military, into a form of architecture that can be applied to all kinds of contexts. Nightclubs, bars, events, trade fairs, artistic installations and larger-scale projects have all made use of this relatively recently discovered field in architecture and design, seduced by the unique forms and uses it offers. This volume covers a wide variety of situations in which inflatable architecture and design have been applied with surprising results, from eye-catching, temporary art installations to more permanent projects such as Grimshaw Architects' famed Eden Project. The full-color photographs and explanatory texts will serve as inspiration to architects, designers and artists alike in search of new ideas to enrich their work.