Moon

This book explores lunar artifacts from an architectural viewpoint, examining their significance and implications for future space architecture, particularly as humanity looks toward Mars.

In honor of the 50th anniversary of humanity's first steps on the lunar surface, Moon offers a unique perspective on the artifacts left behind on the moon, examining them through the lens of architecture. This groundbreaking work delves into every mission that has landed on the moon, both manned and unmanned, tracing the journey from the Soviet Union's Luna 2 in 1959 to China's contemporary Chang’e 3 moon rover. Unlike other scientific texts, Moon takes an abstract approach, focusing on the implications of these structures for future architectural endeavors beyond our planet.

The book raises intriguing questions about the significance of these unusual lunar artifacts in today's context of space commercialization. As organizations like SpaceX and NASA prepare to send humans to Mars within the next 15 years, understanding the architectural legacy on the moon becomes increasingly relevant. The authors, hailing from diverse backgrounds in both Eastern and Western nations, contribute their insights, enriching the discourse surrounding lunar architecture.

Notable contributors include Galina Balashova, a key architect from the Soviet space program, and Alexander Glushko, son of the chief engineer of the Soviet space initiative. Additional perspectives come from experts like Evangelos Kotsioris from MoMA, Brian Harvey from China, Gurbir Singh from India, and Olga Bannova from the University of Houston, creating a comprehensive and collaborative exploration of lunar architecture in Moon.