Kirsi Peltonen & Taneli Luotoniemi (Eds.)
Shapes in Action
Interdisciplinary views on Mathematics together with Arts, Design and Architecture at Aalto University
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Shapes in Action is a book for all those interested in
interdisciplinary research and education. It showcases explorations in
the realms of mathematics, art, design and architecture at Aalto
University in Finland.
For a decade, Aalto Math&Arts has
been a platform for students and teachers from diverse fields to broaden
their understanding of the nature of mathematics and its potential
relation to arts, design and architecture. Shapes in Action captures the
challenges and rewards of seeking a common language and building
collaboration.
Contributions by various authors offer insights
into the connections between mathematics and arts – both within and
beyond academia. Shapes in Action is richly illustrated with photographs
showcasing the works created by students in the Aalto Math&Arts
courses.