In this class, we look at the formations, classifications and properties of mineral-based materials.
PART 1: EARLY STONE ARCHITECTURES - Forms / Archetypes / Topographies / Topology / Typologies - Symbols / Glyphs / Cuneiforms / Bas-reliefs (Possible Field Trip: Museum Island Berlin)
PART 2: MINERALOGY / MATERIAL CHEMISTRY - Stone and Rock classifications / Chemical reactions / Weathering - Colors / Paint / Pottery / Clay / Glas
PART 3: RECOVERY / RECYCLING / PRESERVATION - Anastilosis / Material Recycling / Mapping / Restoration techniques / Sustainable manufacturing
- Trainer/in HSA: Schnierle, Markus