Alpine Refuges: The Architecture and Culture of Mountain Shelters - Hardcover

Hempelmann, Iris

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 3967041875 ISBN 13: 9783967041873

Verlag: Die Gestalten Verlag, 2025

Inhaltsangabe

From sleek havens to rustic shelters, Alpine Refuges reveals the stories and designs behind the sanctuaries that connect humanity with the spirit of exploration, redefining how we experience the mountains. In the rugged embrace of the mountains, alpine refuges stand as symbols of human ingenuity and resilience. These sleek and modern sanctuaries, others rustic and timeless, bridge the divide between nature’s majesty and humanity’s need for shelter, offering a place to rest and a gateway to adventure. Alpine Refuges invites readers to explore these extraordinary spaces, uncovering the stories, designs, and landscapes that define them. Featuring 30 carefully curated projects, this book delves into the heart of mountain culture, highlighting refuges that have become pivotal to hiking, skiing, mountaineering, and biking communities worldwide. From the pristine peaks of the Alps to remote havens in North America and beyond, these shelters shape the experiences of those who seek solace and challenge in the wilderness. Through breathtaking photography and engaging narratives, Alpine Refuges captures the essence of these remarkable places, revealing how these refuges connect people to the untamed beauty of their environments. For mountain lovers, design enthusiasts, and armchair travelers alike, Alpine Refuges offers a breathtaking look at the places where nature and humanity meet, inspiring journeys to both the peaks of the earth and the depths of the soul.

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Aaron Rolph is a British adventurer and photographer specializing in human-powered ski and bike expeditions. Based in the Alps, he captures the essence of exploration and endurance, blending athleticism, storytelling, and a deep bond with nature.

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In the rugged embrace of the mountains, alpine refuges stand as symbols of human ingenuity and resilience. These sleek and modern sanctuaries, others rustic and timeless, bridge the divide between nature's majesty and humanity's need for shelter, offering a place to rest and a gateway to adventure. Alpine Refuges invites readers to explore these extraordinary spaces, uncovering the stories, designs, and landscapes that define them. Featuring 30 carefully curated projects, this book delves into the heart of

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Die Gestalten Verlag
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 3967041875
• ISBN 13: 9783967041873
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Auflage: 1
• Anzahl der Seiten: 256
• Herausgeber: Rolph Aaron, Gestalten, Giraldeau François-Luc, Klanten Robert
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Die Gestalten Verlag GmbH & Co.KG; sales@gestalten.com; hello@gestalten.com; ; Mariannenstr. 9/10; Berlin; 10999; Deutschland