Architecture, Theology, and Ethics
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Architecture, Theology, and Ethics

Making Architectural Design More Just

  1. 283 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Architecture, Theology, and Ethics

Making Architectural Design More Just

About this book

Architecture, Theology, and Ethics: Making Architectural Design More Just argues that architecture, design, and creativity are theological-ethical concerns that ought to be considered more deeply by Christians who are committed to social and environmental justice. Elise M. Edwards discusses the significance of architectural design, entering into ongoing conversations in theological ethics and aesthetics. She argues that architectural design is not just a professional practice for wealthy clients, but rather an activity that everyday people undertake when making choices that shape the spaces they inhabit. If Christians think theologically about their agency in these decisions, they will discover that architectural design becomes an opportunity to contribute to the flourishing for humanity and God's creation. Edwards proposes an approach to architectural design that presents it as prophetic action with the power to shape our world. This book then presents five moral commitments that guide design intentions and the process of design towards justice and inclusion. Grounded in liberationist, feminist, and womanist thought, Architecture, Theology, and Ethics makes a compelling case for architecture's relevance to Christian ethics and theology.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright Page
  5. Dedication
  6. Contents
  7. Preface
  8. Introduction
  9. Part I: Architecture in Pursuit of Justice
  10. Chapter 1: Re-visioning Design
  11. Chapter 2: Design as Prophetic Action
  12. Part II: Creativity
  13. Chapter 3: Creativity: Casting a Vision
  14. Chapter 4: Who Is a Designer? : Inviting Participation in Design
  15. Part III: Empathy
  16. Chapter 5: Empathy: Loving Our Neighbors
  17. Chapter 6: Empathic Design Practices
  18. Part IV: Discernment
  19. Chapter 7: Discernment: Making Wise Decisions
  20. Part V: Beauty
  21. Chapter 8: Beauty: Nourishing the Soul
  22. Chapter 9: The Fittingness of Aesthetic Choices
  23. Part VI: Sustainability
  24. Chapter 10: Sustainability: Caring for God’s Creation
  25. Chapter 11: Sustainable Design Norms
  26. Conclusion
  27. Acknowledgments
  28. Appendix
  29. Bibliography
  30. Index
  31. About the Author