Architectural Fragile Earth: Ground, the newest edition in the cutting--edge C . J. Lim/Studio 8 Architects series, presents architectural designs whose inspiration is the membrane. Presenting previously unpublished designs for architectural skins, surfaces, walls and enclosures from the worlda s leading architectural schools as well as such well--known names in architecture and engineering as Ove Arups, this fascinating volume proves how seamlessly science and art can merge. Featuring the seriesa hallmark eclectic mix of thoughts and observations and projects from both obscure and celebrated architects, Architectural Fragile Earth: Ground, brings some of the best creative work in architecture today together in a single volume.