Much has been written about Renaissance architect Leon Battista Alberti’s mantra of part-to-whole as one of the continuing conditions of architecture. While this underlying thesis has oft been repeated in the annals of architectural history and theory... Zobraziť viac
Audrey Muratet and François Chiron present the current state of knowledge on how nature functions in an urban environment: its ecology. Cities are complex structures with many disparate living conditions. These can both generate and destroy pools of... Zobraziť viac
Explore the economics of modern architecture. Discover how firms are reshaping their business structures, featuring innovative case studies. Zobraziť viac
A stylish exploration of one of the greatest cities for Modernist architecture in the world. Modernism, characterized by geometric shapes and flat roofs, is one of the defining architectural styles of the 20th century throughout the world. And... Zobraziť viac
How do we want to live? How shall we build? Where can we find ideas for the houses and cities of the future? Niklas Maak and Johanna Diehl focus their attention on these highly topical questions in their joint project “Eurotopians”.... Zobraziť viac
Over the past twenty years European cities have become the envy of the world: a Kraftwerk Utopia of historic centres, supermodernist concert halls, imaginative public spaces and futuristic egalitarian housing estates which, interconnected ... Zobraziť viac
With this exquisite infographic masterpiece, Zack Scott explores in stunning detail the majestic constructions that humans have created on the surface of our own planet. This is Scrapers, a visual history of man's endeavours to reach higher and higher, th Zobraziť viac
We all dream of taking an unforgettable holiday off the beaten track: to be stunned by unique destinations, new cultures, or breathtaking nature. And when money is no object, there are almost no limits to the wanderlust.... Zobraziť viac
Legacy: Generations of Creatives in Dialogue celebrates the legacy of renowned architects, artists and designers that have influenced the creative discourse over the last fifty years and br ings them in critical dialogue with a young generation ... Zobraziť viac
The Bohemian south is the epitome of the rural environment that retains a certain harmony more than other regions of the Czech Republic, based on the preservation of historic spatial pattern and the enduring natural sense for the symbiosis of... Zobraziť viac
A nuanced portrait of the 20th-century architect whose work defined the built aesthetic of corporate America. Gordon Bunshaft's (1909-1990) landmark 1952 design for Lever House reshaped the Manhattan skyline and elevated the reputation of Skidmore... Zobraziť viac
E.A.T. / Engadin Art Talks, the forum in Zuoz in the crystalline winter-wonderland of the Swiss Alps, takes place at the end of January each year and has become famous as a meeting point for thought leaders and disruptive minds... Zobraziť viac
The history of modern design is not only older but much more multifaceted than commonly assumed. This thesis is elegantly borne out through an exploration of the work and influence of the Vienna avant-garde of the Biedermeier period... Zobraziť viac
This is the third in the series of M3 360 Modern Architecture. With global views, this book presents more than 100 creative and cutting-edge projects, showcasing diverse styles and different trends in the world of architectural design... Zobraziť viac
Compact living is a necessity for some people, but for many it is a conscious choice.Not only single people, but increasing numbers of young families and dynamic older people are now choosing apartments or city homes with modest proportions... Zobraziť viac
This collection brings together buildings that inject a fresh dose of creativity into any architectural project and set the tone and pace for architects around the world, surveying the range of different styles, functions and needs... Zobraziť viac
History in the making. A new wonder of the world. "The Mastaba" will not only be Christo and Jeanne-Claude's greatest achievement and only permanent large-scale work, but also the biggest sculpture in the world and one of the most significant... Zobraziť viac
An excellent reference for container-centric designers, and those aspiring to enter the field Container architecture is fresh on the market, full of artistic sense, and liked by the publicContainer architecture is one of the most sustainable ... Zobraziť viac
Prototyping is an essential part of the designer’s repertoire. Designers prototype their projects to test them, structurally, aesthetically, technically. Whether the prototype works or not is not the point: prototyping is the revelatory process ... Zobraziť viac
A major overview of Skylab’s built works, from show-stopping residences to high-profile cultural projects, presented via a covetable book design that takes its inspiration from an album or LP. Skylab: The Nature of Buildings is the first monograph of... Zobraziť viac
