Architecture Books

Book SynopsisI fell in love with Porto and I love it still. The city's spectacular bridges, its vertiginous riverbanks, steep with ancient buildings, the old port houses, the wide squares: I was entranced by them all.' J.K. ROWLING One of the oldest cities in Europe, rising from the steep banks of the Douro (the river of gold) with picturesque praças, churches and houses with colourfully tiled facades, Porto is recognised the world over for its wonderful Port wine. Its ancient name Portucale forms the origin of the country Portugal. Today, Porto is a vibrant commercial and cultural centre that is proud of its historic links to the outside world. An essential read from one of the world's foremost writers on Portugal, Porto: Gateway to the World uses the beautiful buildings and landmarks across the city to take the reader on a journey through its rich history, from its origins right up to the modern era.Trade Review‘Evocative ... Fascinating and readable’ * Wall Street Journal *‘A landmark work’ * Times Literary Supplement *‘Lochery illuminates our history ... [he] has written the 20th century history of the Portuguese without bias’ -- João Céu e Silva * Diário de Noticias *Table of ContentsNote from the Author Introduction Part One Day One – Morning 1 Arrival 2 Origins 3 French Invasion 4 Liberation Day Part Two Day One – Afternoon 5 Absolutism versus Liberalism 6 War of the Brothers 7 The Siege of Porto, 1832 8 Decisive Battle 9 The Wine is on Fire Part Three Day Two – Morning 10 Liberal versus Liberal 11 Birth of an Elegant Industrial City 12 The Cradle of the Republic Part Four Day Two – Afternoon 13 Where the River Meets the Ocean 14 Republican Misadventures 15 Porto Revolts and Salazar Arrives Part Five Day Three – Morning 16 Henry the Navigator 17 British Treaties and Wine 18 Port Wine and the Factory House Part Six Day Three – Afternoon 19 The Golden Age 20 The Most Beautiful Bookshop in the World Part Seven Day Four – Morning 21 From the Highest Point to the River 22 The Mouth of the River Part Eight Day Four – Afternoon 23 The Longest Avenue 24 Conclusions: Taking Stock 25 Afterword: Further Afield Notes Acknowledgements A Brief Note About Sources Bibliography Index

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Book Synopsis''This is definitely up there as one of the best books that I have read. It''s got a special place in my heart. Just amazing!'' 5* reader review''Gorgeous! Exuberant writing, convincing, adorable characters, romance and a little whimsy'' TRACY REESLove will always find a way . . .Discover the intriguing secrets of Hawthorn Place in this heartfelt dual-time novel, filled with warmth and charm, perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley and Cecelia Ahern.''An intriguing dual timeline tale that weaves together interesting characters and history, with an added touch of magic'' BELLA OSBORNE''An exquisitely detailed and enchanting love story'' HEIDI SWAIN''An epic love story, mixed with gorgeous settings, a great deal of mystery and intrigue, lots of laughs, a few tears and fabulouscharacters, made this an absolute delight to read'' KIM NASH''An absolutely wonderful dual time story that captivated me . . . and kept me spellbound'' CHRISTINA COURTENAY''A beautifully intriguing love story, that . . . stays with you long after the last page'' ROSIE HENDRY''Unforgettable and unique, the twists and turns of this enchanting book are woven together with threads of love and magic. I loved it!'' CLARE MARCHANT........................................................................Two houses, hundreds of miles apart . . . yet connected always.When life throws Molly Butterfield a curveball, she decides to spend some time with her recently widowed granddad, Wally, at Hawthorn Place, his quirky Victorian house on the Dorset coast. But cosseted Molly struggles to look after herself, never mind her grieving granddad, until the accidental discovery of an identical Arts and Crafts house on the Norfolk coast offers her an unexpected purpose, as well as revealing a bewildering mystery. Discovering that both Hawthorn Place and Acacia House were designed by architect Percy Gladwell, Molly uncovers the secret of a love which linked them, so powerful it defied reason. What follows is a summer which will change Molly for ever . . .........................................................................''One of those wonderful, magical stories that appear rarely and stay in your heart forever'' CELIA ANDERSON''A marvellous dual-time novel filled with mystery, fabulous detail and an enduring love story'' MADDIE PLEASE''A wonderful, page-turning story full of intrigue and romance'' VICTORIA CONNELLY''I found the book enchanting'' SUZANNE SNOW''An enchanting storyline and engaging characters make this book a delight to read'' LYNNE SHELBY''A beautifully written timeslip . . . Highly recommended. Five stars'' ERIN GREEN''The perfect mix of mystery, magic, and romance'' KATE G. SMITHReaders are captivated by The Secrets of Hawthorn Place:''A sweeping five stars from me for this novel that defies time but trusts in love''''A sheer delight to read and can highly recommend''''Utterly brilliant. The storyline is riveting, you never quite know what could be about to happen as it''s constantly twisting and turning . . . such a beautiful book''

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Book SynopsisA new edition of this extensive visual analysis of horror tropes and their architectural analogues Horror in Architecture presents an unflinching look at how horror genre tropes manifest in the built environment. Spanning the realms of art, design, literature, and film, this newly revised and expanded edition compiles examples from all areas of popular culture to form a visual anthology of the architectural uncanny. Rooted in the Romantic and Gothic treatment of horror as a serious aesthetic category, Horror in Architecture establishes incisive links between contemporary horror media and its parallel traits found in various architectural designs. Through chapters dedicated to distorted and monstrous buildings, abandoned spaces, extremes of scale, and other structural peculiarities, and featuring new essays on insurgent natures, blobs, and architectural puppets, this volume brings together diverse architectural anomalies and shows how their unsettling effects deepen our fascination with the unreal. Intended for both horror fans and students of visual culture, Horror in Architecture turns a unique lens on the relationship between the human body and the artificial landscapes it inhabits. Extensively illustrated with photographs, film stills, and diagrams, this book retrieves horror from the cultural fringes and demonstrates how its attributes permeate the modern condition and the material world. Trade Review "Deeply researched, packed with detail, and bold in scope and imagination, this intriguing book is ultimately about temporality and culture. It brings an impressive array of sources to bear on the future-present and the future-past as key categories of political and aesthetic critique."—Achille Mbembe, philosopher, author of On the Postcolony "This densely packed book busts the genre of horror wide open, substituting slow-building dread with breakneck mesmerism. Like Walter Benjamin’s magical, if precarious, balance of opposites, Joshua Comaroff and Ong Ker-Shing lay bare horror’s grasp over almost all aspects of architectural production and representation while nevertheless leaving us with the glimmer of a possible way forward."—Sarah M. Whiting, Harvard Graduate School of Design "This book is wise, challenging, and wonderful in its shameless celebration of the sublime qualities of horror. To see this subject discussed in relation to architecture is truly a discovery."—Sjón, author of The Blue Fox

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Book SynopsisA sumptuous presentation of impeccably designed classic interiors by Matthew Patrick Smyth. Matthew Patrick Smyth is renowned for elegant, sophisticated rooms that combine sumptuous fabrics, well-selected antiques, and contemporary comfort. In Through a Designer's Eye, he reveals his design process, emphasizing his commitment to exploring the world, through travel and in the imagination of the theater, and to recording scenes and vignettes in photographs. Through a Designer's Eye presents Smyth's recent work ranging from a traditional Park Avenue apartment and an edgy Tribeca loft in Manhattan to waterfront houses in Florida, New England, and Long Island that demonstrate his skills in responding to context and eliciting preferences of clients to create a unique environment for each. Nowhere is this better seen than in his own house in Salisbury, Connecticut, an unexpected 1970s prefabricated deck house now elegantly appointed with an eclectic mix of furniture, objects, and works of art he and his partner have collected over many years. Smyth's engaging, first-person narrative references formative experiences with theater and photography and focuses on five elements of interior design - appreciating of artisanal and handcrafted elements, understanding of history and context, evaluating light and seasonal change, weaving furnishings and art into a coherent mise-en-scene, creating an inviting atmosphere - that contribute to successful spaces. Illustrating the text are lush photographs of completed rooms, interspersed with Smyth's own vignettes and details, which add a unique visual layer to the presentation.Trade Review“Matthew Smyth is an inspired designer whose vision brings imagination and practicality into balance.” - Gloria Vanderbilt "Matthew’s work is as varied as his clients’ tastes, but the one thing that remains consistent is his brilliance at delivering authentic beauty and true comfort no matter where his talent lands." - Wendy Goodman “...be transported into some beautiful homes and learn ideas for your own home or apartment.” - Anderson Cooper “[A] must-have for any private library.” - Elle Decor “. . . the one thing I’ve found is consistent in his work is the sense of comfort and ease that he integrates into everything he touches. In his new book . . . Smyth not only brings the reader into many of the homes he has decorated but also features his own photographs taken on trips all over the world (if he ever quits his day job, a career as a photographer lies in wait).” - The Cut “Through a Designer’s Eye has a first-person narrative engagingly written by Smyth, who uses the text to present his observations about the value of handcrafted artisanal objects as well as his love of history, drama and architecture. . . . The book’s greatest strengths, however, are how it helps us understand the way Smyth’s eye evolves as each interior comes together, and how it makes us see the connections between photography and design.” —1stdibs Introspective “[One of] the best new design books to buy this fall. . . . A book that takes readers from initial inspiration to design process to finished work, all - as the title suggests - through the discerning eye of a talented creative.” - House Beautiful “Features beloved design projects along with some of his favorite Instagram shots.” - Flower Magazine “In this new book, [Smyth’s] engaging, first-person narrative focuses on the five elements of interior design that contribute to successful spaces.” - Society Texas “Featuring tours of his projects, including his own country home, Smyth offers a fresh view on decorating in harmony.” - Atlanta Homes & Lifestyle “[One of] the IT books on interior design that deserve to be in your home. . . will help you think differently about design, and providing inspiration for your next design project.” - CovetED “It’s lovely.” —Portobello Design “A fresh perspective on the design monograph that’s part interior design career chronicle, featuring his sophisticated history-inflected rooms; part text book with informative design-directives; and part photographic essay featuring his spellbinding lens work. . . . Collectively, this book takes the reader on a thoroughly enjoyable tour of the sumptuous rooms of one of America’s foremost contemporary classicists.” - Interior Design Master Class “[A] must-have book.” - Paloma Contreras “[T]he perfect coffee table book, full of inspiration, to curl up with this fall. You won’t want to miss a single page.” - Kristy Woodson Harvey

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Book SynopsisThe Edinburgh Art Book showcases one of the most beautiful cities in the world through the eyes of its artists. There is so much to wonder at in this lovely book. Its enthusiasm reveals a passion for both contemporary art and the lovely city of Edinburgh and it will renew memories and inspire visits and revisits to all its haunts. The Edinburgh Art Book is a pocket-sized gallery of the city's incredible treasures, and a charming, colourful homage to Edinburgh’s iconic monuments and most beautiful spots, as seen through the eyes of its artists. There is even a map in the book to encourage you to walk around the city and see how the artists have interpreted the buildings and the sites that inspired them. Some of the treasures picture include: - Affectionate depictions of the Royal Mile and The Mound and quirky images of lofty monuments that will raise a smile. - Childhood memories evoked by the fun and colourful images of the seaside at Portobello and sledges in the snow at Warrander Park. - Intimate portraits of shady corners in Stockbridge and sunlit alleys in Circus LaneTrade ReviewThese are the streets of my childhood revealed and adorned by the city's very own artists in a wonderful variety of colour and style. -- Iain Glen, Actor, Game of ThronesEdinburgh's unique character – old and new, architectural and scenic, urban and coastal – is beautifully captured by its artists. -- Rory Bremner, Scottish impressionist and comedianA wonderful collection of artists who have captured both the city's beautiful starkness and its astonishing vivacity. -- Miles Jupp, Actor and comedianA great book with some beautiful pictures of our home city. -- Craig and Charlie Reid ?The Proclaimers'This growing series of books is a beautiful introduction to an expansive universe of artists, known and unknown, and there can be no end of benefit from that. -- Robert Cavanah, Scottish TV and film actorWhat a beautiful book about my favourite city in the World. I have the best memories of Edinburgh and this book will take pride of place in my house. -- Gail Porter, TV presenterTable of ContentsForeword Preface Edinburgh Castle Fireworks and Festival In the vicinity of The Royal Mile Palace of Holyroodhouse and Arthur’s Seat The Scott Monument and The National Gallery A stroll around Edinburgh The Old Town and Skylines Calton Hill Out and about Bridges Dean Village and Stockbridge Leith and Portobello A pub, the stadiums and looking back at Edinburgh Artists’ Credits Artists

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Book SynopsisA spectacular, visually rich monograph on one of the most visionary architecture firms of the twenty-first century led by 2016 Pritzker Prize-winner Alejandro AravenaTrade Review"Good-looking, charming and a celebrity in his native Chile, the surprise winner of this year's Pritzker cares more about solving social problems than exercising his artistic chops."—New York Times"The role of the architect is now being challenged to serve greater social and humanitarian needs, and Alejandro Aravena has clearly, generously and fully responded to this challenge."—Pritzker Prize Jury"Alejandro Aravena works inside paradoxes, seeing space and flexibility in public housing, clarity in economic scarcity, and the keys to rebuilding in the causes of natural disasters."—TED"Chile happens to be producing some of the world's most gifted architects right now, a generation that includes Aravena."—The New York Times"One of the most visionary architectural firms of the 21st century: Elemental. Their model philosophy of a more responsible approach to architecture is demonstrated throughout the new read. Discover their innovative work with incredible imagery, stunning architectural photography and sketches from Aravena's own personal notebook."—Enki"A new cloth-bound volume from Phaidon which chronicles two decades of the firm's evolution."—Metropolis Online"Chilean architecture practice Elemental may not be even 20 years old, but it has already made its mark on the 21st-century architecture scene... The way the book is put together represents well the firm's design approach; it is meticulously planned, delving into a wealth of drawings and sketches that tell the story behind the practice's history and its growing list of commissions."—Wallpaper.com"Beautiful... One of the most visionary architects of the 21st century... One of the most exciting talents in modern architecture... Famed for their pioneering, socially engaged approach, the Chilean architects specialise in innovative, powerful and humane public-interest projects, with notable buildings not only in Chile but also the United States, Mexico, Switzerland and China. Featuring sketches and drawings from Aravena's personal notebooks as well as countless previously unpublished photos of Elemental's work, the book offers a thorough exploration of the practice's often unusual working methods and outlook - and is designed to be as irreverent as the designers themselves. Arevena's own text brings to life his thoughts on - and personal sense of responsibility for - civil society and the built environment... Moving beyond the usual remit of a design monograph, the book also explores the formative experiences of its partners."—HoleandCorner.com

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Book SynopsisThis book explores the fascinating and eminently necessary world of narrow dwellings worldwide. A careful selection of international projects shows how architects and designers have faced the challenge of creating functional and aesthetically pleasing homes in limited spaces. Each project includes high-quality photographs, plans, and detailed descriptions that enable the reader to understand the design decisions and practical considerations behind each home. In addition, the advantages of this type of building, such as energy efficiency and adaptability to different environments and needs, are discussed.

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Book SynopsisExemplary reprint of 16th-century classic. Covers classical architectural remains, Renaissance revivals, classical orders, more. 1738 Ware English edition. 216 plates. . . . a new and splendid edition of what has probably been the most influential book published in the history of architecture since its first appearance in 1570. Art in America.

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Book SynopsisFor her second Rizzoli book, well-known interior designer, consummate hostess, and world traveler Stephanie Stokes presents inspiring tables set with irresistible items accumulated on her far-flung journeys that will help you create imaginative tabletops.Trade Review"There’s nothing as wonderful as getting an unexpected package in the mail… especially if it’s a book, particularly a beautiful design book. The World at Your Table: Inspiring Tabletop Designs, is just that. For those of you who love design, or entertaining or simply love stunning coffee table books this is one to add to your collection. A little armchair travel, a little design inspiration, a little history, each chapter conjures the spirit of a particular place: Palm Beach's tropical lushness, Provence's remarkable charm, Portugal's artisanal refinement, and so much more. By pairing her travel photography with the featured tables, she illustrates how incorporating the treasures collected on one's travels can capture, express, and spark fresh memories at home." —THE ENTERTAINING HOUSE"For her second Rizzoli book, well-known interior designer, consummate hostess, and world traveler Stephanie Stokes presents inspiring tables set with irresistible items accumulated on her far-flung journeys that will help you create imaginative tabletops." —ASPIRE DESIGN AND HOME"Interior designer and consummate hostess Stephanie Stokes reveals all her secrets to setting the most inspiring tables in her second book, The World at Your Table. Stokes discusses the design principles that inform her choices for each of the transporting tablescapes featured and explains why you should include collected treasures in your own creations." —VERANDA"In her new book, The World at Your Table (Rizzoli), Stokes revisits some of the most beautiful tables she’s witnessed around the globe, detailing how to take that international flavor and reinterpret the aesthetic for a transportive table at home." —GALERIE MAGAZINE"In Stephanie Stokes’ new book The World at Your Table: Inspiring Tabletop Designs. Stephanie creates stunning tablescapes using unique items collected from her travels including Japan, Cartagena, Budapest, and London as inspiration. This book is a must-have for anyone who loves to entertain!" — DESIGN CHIC "From a well-known interior designer who knows her way around a tablescape and exotic places, THE WORLD AT YOUR TABLE blooms with tabletop treasures and inspiration to elevate even everyday meals." —HELLO LOVELY STUDIO"The World at Your Table features transporting tablescapes set with evocative, eye-catching, and exotic items this adventurous spirit has gathered over the years."—THEENGLISHROOM.COM

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface vii 1 Drawing Tools and Materials 1 2 Architectural Drafting 21 3 Architectural Drawing Systems 35 4 Multiview Drawings 55 5 Paraline Drawings 101 6 Perspective Drawings 119 7 Rendering Tonal Values and Context 159 8 Architectural Presentations 215 9 Drawing in the Design Process 235 10 Architectural Sketching 253 Index 287

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Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of some of the architectural heritage of the Bedfordshire town of Dunstable.

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Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of the history of the select coastal resorts in Yorkshire catering for the well-to-do in their Victorian and Edwardian heyday.

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Book SynopsisExplore the rich history of Berkhamsted in this guided tour through its most fascinating historic and modern buildings.

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Book SynopsisA fascinating insight into the watermills of the River Thames. Will provide endless fascination for those drawn to the banks and waters of Englandâs favourite river.

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Book SynopsisExplores the rich and fascinating history of Manchester through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.

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Book SynopsisA lavishly illustrated history of the iconic Bell Rock lighthouse which has stood as an industrial âwonder of the worldâ since its completion in 1811.

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Book SynopsisNo style has divided opinion more than brutalism. But now, fifty years since the heyday of the style, Brutalist buildings are more popular than they have ever been. This is the perfect introduction to Britainâs Brutalist monuments.

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Book SynopsisMichael Strachan tells the story of one of Scotland's great tourist attractions, with a wealth of previously unpublished images.

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Book SynopsisNew York Times Bestseller Named one of the Best Gift Books of the Year by Entertainment Weekly, InStyle, House Beautiful, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Luxe Interiors + Design, People, Style Watch, Garden & Gun, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Tribune, New York Magazine, and more John Derian's home goods empire reaches far and wide-in addition to the four John Derian stores he owns in New York and Massachussetts, his products are sold by more than 600 retailers worldwide, including Neiman Marcus, ABC, and Gump's in the United States; Conran and Liberty in the UK; and Astier de Villatte in Paris. It all started with his now-iconic collectible plates decoupaged with 19th-century artwork sourced from old and rare books, a process that credited him with elevating the decoupage technique into fine art. Over the past 25 years, the brand has expanded greatly to include home and general design gifts and products. Now, for the first time ever, comes the book John Derian fans have been waiting for. Culled from the thousands of images that have appeared in his biannual collections, here is an astoundingly beautiful assortment of nearly 300 full-bleed images in their original form. From intensely coloured flowers and birds to curious portraits, hand-drawn letters, and breathtaking landscapes, the best of John Derian is here. The result is an oversized object of desire, a work of art in and of itself, that brilliantly walks the line between commerce and art, and that is destined to become the gift book of the season.Trade Review“Thick, satisfying . . . gloriously oversize. . . . A treasure trove of inspiration, the artist’s first book is an object to covet.”—The Wall Street Journal “Big lush pages.”—The New York Times “A feast for the eyes. . . . The book brims with untold stories.”—Wallpaper “Joyfully nostalgic. . . . An eye-popping tour of [Derian’s] archives.”—Elle Decor “Destined to become a collector’s item.”—Better Homes Gardens “The quality of paper and ink used in making the book makes you feel like you’re flipping through a collection of prints.”—The Houston Chronicle “This simple, beautiful book filled with nearly 300 images from the 18th and 19th centuries, defies categorization. . . . All of the oversize pages are frame-worthy.”—The Los Angeles Times “If you could bring yourself to rip out the pages and frame them, you would be able to decorate an entire apartment with this book. But having all the exotic and vintage illustrations in one place—fantastic creatures (mostly dogs), seafaring vessels (and men), far-flung gardens (and the things that grow in them)—is a warm comfort on a cold winter day.”—T: The New York Times Style Magazine “John Derian’s ultimate paperweight.”—Vanity Fair “A picture book for adults: John Derian’s dreamlike world fascinates. . . . We bet we’ll see framed pages from this book on many walls.”—PaperCity “Gorgeously wordless.”—The Boston Globe “No words. Doesn’t need ’em.”—New York Magazine “An enchanting miscellany of marvels.”—Harper’s Bazaar (U.K.) “Set to triumph in this season’s top coffee table book competition. . . . John Derian Picture Book contains beguiling images drawn from old prints and lithographs. . . . We suspect that some people may buy two copies, one to display and another to cut up for pictures and to decorate the walls.”—The Times (London) “Truly a must-read.”—Vogue.com “If there’s one coffee-table book that’s the must-have gift book of the season, this one is it. . . . Arresting, odd, and lovely images.”—Kirkus Reviews “Thick, satisfying . . . gloriously oversize. . . . A treasure trove of inspiration, the artist’s first book is an object to covet.”—The Wall Street Journal “Big lush pages.”—The New York Times “A feast for the eyes. . . . The book brims with untold stories.”—Wallpaper “Joyfully nostalgic. . . . An eye-popping tour of [Derian’s] archives.”—Elle Decor “Destined to become a collector’s item.”—Better Homes Gardens “The quality of paper and ink used in making the book makes you feel like you’re flipping through a collection of prints.”—The Houston Chronicle “This simple, beautiful book filled with nearly 300 images from the 18th and 19th centuries, defies categorization. . . . All of the oversize pages are frame-worthy.”—The Los Angeles Times “If you could bring yourself to rip out the pages and frame them, you would be able to decorate an entire apartment with this book. But having all the exotic and vintage illustrations in one place—fantastic creatures (mostly dogs), seafaring vessels (and men), far-flung gardens (and the things that grow in them)—is a warm comfort on a cold winter day.”—T: The New York Times Style Magazine “John Derian’s ultimate paperweight.”—Vanity Fair “A picture book for adults: John Derian’s dreamlike world fascinates. . . . We bet we’ll see framed pages from this book on many walls.”—PaperCity “Gorgeously wordless.”—The Boston Globe “No words. Doesn’t need ’em.”—New York Magazine “An enchanting miscellany of marvels.”—Harper’s Bazaar (U.K.) “Set to triumph in this season’s top coffee table book competition. . . . John Derian Picture Book contains beguiling images drawn from old prints and lithographs. . . . We suspect that some people may buy two copies, one to display and another to cut up for pictures and to decorate the walls.”—The Times (London) “Truly a must-read.”—Vogue.com “If there’s one coffee-table book that’s the must-have gift book of the season, this one is it. . . . Arresting, odd, and lovely images.”—Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisIn this hyper-compact, fully illustrated guide to architecture, Susie Hodge outlines the history and theory of architecture from the earliest structures to the cutting-edge concepts of the present day. Along the way she profiles 200 key buildings, historic styles, architectural movements and celebrated architects from all around the world. Contents include the Greek orders, Roman engineering, Gothic architecture, the Renaissance, the Baroque, Revivalism, Art Nouveau, Modernism and Postmodernism, Futurism and Dynamic architecture along with architects like Inigo Jones, Christopher Wren, Gaudi, Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier and Frank Gehry.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides a privileged glimpse into the conception and execution of this superlative structure with a text by the renowned architectural critic Aaron Betsky, an introduction and interview with the architect by James Moore McCown, sumptuous photography by Stetson Ybarra, Stephen Morgan and Daniel Joseph Chenin, illuminating drawings, diagrams and layouts. An homage to the forts built when the area was first being settled, the building sits resplendently alone in the tranquility of the landscape: truly a modern masterpiece.

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Book SynopsisInvisibility Studies explores current changes in the relationship between what we consider visible and what invisible in different areas of contemporary culture. Contributions trace how these changes make their marks on various cultural fields and investigate the cultural significance of these developments, such as transparency and privacy in urban architecture and the silent invasion of surveillance technologies into everyday life. The book contends that when it comes to the changing relationship of the visible and the invisible, the connection between seeing and not being seen is an exchange conditioned by physical and social settings that create certain possibilities for visibility and visuality, yet exclude others. The richness and complexity of this cultural framework means that no single discipline or interdisciplinary approach could capture it single-handedly. Invisibility Studies begins this conversation by bringing together scholars across the fields of architectural history and theory, art, film and literature, philosophy, cultural theory and contemporary anthropology as well as featuring work by a collective of artists.Table of ContentsContents: Henriette Steiner/Kristin Veel: Negotiating (In)Visibilities in Contemporary Culture: A Short Introduction – Charles Lock: Glass Glimpsed: In, On, Through and Beyond – Slavko Kacunko: Mirroring the Invisible – Mechtild Widrich: ‘I’ll Be Your Mirror’: Transparency, Voyeurism and Glass Architecture – Lorens Holm: Transparency: Effable and Ineffable – Bernd Nicolai: Mendelsohn and Libeskind: A Hidden History - Jewish Identity, the Void, Architectural Metaphors and Traces through Twentieth-Century Berlin – Henrik Reeh: Urban Bottles and Green Glass: Display and Transparencies in Post-Industrial Tuborg – Mark Vacher: Spaces of Difference, Different Spaces: A Study of Urban Transformations in an Old Paint Factory – Dora Osborne: Negotiating (In)Visibilities in German Memory Culture – Jane Rendell: Surface Encounters: On Being Centred, Decentred and Recentred by the Works of Do-Ho Suh – Claus Bech-Danielsen: The Secret Suburb: Second Lives in Second Homes – Annie Ring: Cool Critique Versus Hot Spectatorship: Jelinek/Haneke’s Voyeur around Vienna, a Return – Devika Sharma: Visions of Punishment: On Susan Crile’s Abu Ghraib Drawings – Susanne Wigorts Yngvesson: To See the World as It Appears: Vision, the Gaze and the Camera as Technological Eye – David Murakami Wood: Vanishing Surveillance: Ghost-Hunting in the Ubiquitous Surveillance Society – Nanna Bonde Thylstrup: The Invisibilities of Internet Censorship – Henriette Steiner/Kristin Veel: Visible in Theory: Perceived Visibility as Symbolic Form - A Photo-Expedition into a Contemporary Urban Environment.

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Book SynopsisLouis Isadore Kahn (1901–1974) treated each building like a temple. Across the United States, in India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Israel, his designs combined the sleek, utilitarian surfaces of modernism with a devotion to geometric forms and a reverence for natural light that suffused his stuctures with a monumental and breathtaking spirituality. This essential introduction brings together 17 of Kahn’s most important buildings across his cultural, governmental, religious, and residential repertoire. Plans, views, descriptions, and quality photographs trace the context and development of each project, while an introductory essay explores Kahn’s unique architectural ideology and his legacy as one of the most important 20th-century American architects since Frank Lloyd Wright. Through Kahn masterworks, such as the National Assembly Building in Dhaka, Bangladesh, or Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, Texas, we’ll explore Kahn’s his “back to basics” grammar inspired by ancient sites in Italy, Greece, and Egypt; and his unique vocabulary of mass, void, and light that suffused the International Style with a near-celestial luminescence.

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Book SynopsisNot so very long ago, some might have considered wood a material of the past, long since replaced by more modern components such as concrete and steel. The truth is radically different. Bolstered by new manufacturing techniques and ecological benefits, wood has seen a fabulous resurgence in contemporary construction. This Bibliotheca Universalis edition explores how architects around the world have created and invented with this elementary material. Featuring follies, very large buildings, and ambitious urban renewal schemes, it celebrates the diverse deployment of wood by architects around the world. We see how wood can at once transform urban spaces, as in the Metropol Parasol in Seville by Jürgen Mayer H., and allow for sensitive interventions in natural environments, such as at the Termas Geométricas Hot Springs Complex in Pucón, Chile, by Germán del Sol. True to all TASCHEN architecture titles, the book pays tribute to many emerging international talents as well as to such renowned figures as Tadao Ando and Renzo Piano. It celebrates each architect’s vision and innovation, as well as investigating the techniques, trends, and principles that have informed their work with wood. It examines the computer-guided milling that has allowed for novel new forms, the responsible harvesting that allows wood to align with our environmental concerns, and, above all, wood’s enduring appeal to our senses and psyche, comforting hectic modern lives with a sense of Arcadian simplicity.Trade Review“From a functional tree house to inspired restaurants, this collection instructs on the ecology of wooden construction, with plenty of eye candy for architecture enthusiasts.” * TIME *

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Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of how the growth of digital mapping, spurred by sensing technologies, is affecting cities and daily livesTrade Review“In this complex, highly illustrated collection of digital maps, lab co-founder Carlo Ratti and architecture historian Antoine Picon analyse four essential urban dimensions.”—Andrew Robinson, Nature “Throughout history, we have used maps to highlight the essential features that determine how our cities work. In this Atlas, Antoine Picon and Carlo Ratti have assembled a beautiful exposition of how the digital world brings the city alive through the power of maps.”—Michael Batty, author of Inventing Future Cities“As our cities become increasingly digital, new technologies and maps increasingly inform our very sense of how we live. Picon and Ratti’s Atlas of the Senseable City takes us deep inside this urban reality—a revolution in urban cartography—and what it means for the ways we work, live, and connect in our communities.”—Richard Florida, author of The Rise of the Creative Class“Atlas of the Senseable City offers a state-of-the art survey of mapping techniques and an intellectual way of understanding the purpose and possibilities of mapping. It is a very important contribution to one of the leading subjects of our time. Any person who works in the field of data and its impact on cities should have this book on their bookshelf.”—Gary Hack, author of Site Planning: International Practice

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Book SynopsisA photographic study of more than twenty houses and the mountain landscapes, from alpine forests to urban peaks, that embrace them. Spanning continents and climates, the twenty homes presented in interior designer Nina Freudenberger’s latest book challenge and expand the idea of what a mountain house might be. Artist retreats in Morocco’s High Atlas and the snowy folds of the Engadine Valley in Switzerland speak to the long tradition of mountains spaces for contemplation and creation, while modernist masterworks in Cape Town and Rio de Janeiro expand the traditional image of log cabins and rustic chalets. Depicted in over 200 images, these houses include brutalist lodges, clapboard cottages, and minimalist prisms set down among some of the world’s most dramatic landscapes. In their spectacular diversity, they express the radical ingenuity and stunning creativity that the mountains have always inspired.

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Book SynopsisA visual exploration of the world's most extraordinary and inspiring concrete architecture - in a stylish and compact formatTrade Review"What a surprising and beautiful book - a parade of amazing buildings." —Peter York"Concrete is a beautifully designed book. It is also a thought-provoking exploration of an important subject." —John Pawson"Concrete sheds new light on what is today's most widely used manmade material... Celebrates concrete as malleable and enlivened... This portable edition is a must for enthusiasts with a thirst for modernism and Brutalism."—Aesthetica"Yes, concrete can be cold and imposing - but as the structures in the book attest, it can also be colourful, playful, and delicate." —Wall Street Journal"The eye candy here, from the graceful to the brash, is enough to open the mind of any skeptic." —Atlantic Cities"A fresh look at the world's mist fascinating and beautiful concrete buildings... Amazing." —Telegraph.co.uk"A global tour of inspiring and intriguing concrete structures."—Modus Magazine"An ode to one of the most versatile construction materials in the world, this book explores the many wonderful properties of this robust material—as seen on intriguing structures by architects the likes of Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright."—Singapore Tatler Homes"A fast-paced and entertaining read-aloud story that provides ample opportunity for character voices and multiple punch lines. Children will wager predictions throughout, and crack up at the clever and comical ending!" —Tipslimited.co.uk"This smaller more affordable version may help to convince a broader audience of concrete's many attributes." —Self Build & Design

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Book SynopsisThe first book to explore the world's most significant architectural exhibitions of the 20th centuryTrade Review"[A] comprehensive study on architectural exhibitions... [T]his is fertile ground, as exhibitions... have marked many seminal moments in the profession... If each exhibition is a snapshot of architectural thought, then by flipping through the book, readers can catch glimpses of architecture's cultural evolution during the latter 20th century."—Metropolis Online"How do you go about exhibiting a building, or even a city? Pelkonen's book looks to answer that question by exploring some of the most significant architectural exhibitions of the 20th century. Her survey looks at how architecture has pushed the boundaries of exhibitions, and, conversely, how the exhibition has shaped the discipline of architecture. With a global outlook [...] providing a wide breadth of examination and architectural styles."—New Design"Writing a definitive history of architecture in the second half of the 20th century is no trivial undertaking, but Eeva-Liisa Pelkonen... has found a rather nifty shortcut. She has produced a thorough accounting of this period, not as some overstuffed scholarly survey of built work, but rather through the lens of that now-ubiquitous medium, the architectural exhibition."—ARCHITECT"The book offers genuine inspiration for anyone interested in exhibitions... conveys a nuanced and high-definition image of exhibition activities during the latter half of the 20th century, and of their relationship with the development of architectural modernism. The book accomplishes a praiseworthy illumination of yet another angle on the phenomenon of modern architecture and bores deeper into understanding the factors that have had an impact on its formation."—Arkkitehti"[A] decade-by-decade breakdown of the 80 most important shows from 1948 to 2000 in a lavishly illustrated compendium. The book's scope is worldwide, tracking the evolution of exhibition architecture as well as how that language eventually bled back into the architectural mainstream."—The Architect's Newspaper"This book explores the impact and influence of the world's most significant architectural exhibitions of the 20th century, which have helped define emerging styles, critical positions, and a broader understanding of architecture."—Fast Company Online

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Book SynopsisA curated collection of Postmodern architecture in all its glorious array of vivid non-conformityTrade Review"The book features some gleefully nonconformist postmodern architecture from around the globe."—Design Anthology"Architecture fans are in for a treat."—Hypebeast"[The book's] message of adaptability seems increasingly relevant to our ever-changing world."—Aesthetica magazine"A celebration... The brasher the better... Postmodernist architecture has always been defined by playfulness... Today's architects have absorbed many of its lessons."—The Observer, The New Review"[Postmodern Architecture: Less is a Bore] reveals the diversity of postmodern architecture from around the world."—Dezeen"PoMo was declared flippant and frivolous, it broke all the architectural 'rules' in its reckless embrace of colour and decoration. And as for the dumpster-diving through archaic historicist features, the less said the better. Yet many ignored the critics and persisted with this seemingly perverse path. Postmodern Architecture: Less is a Bore shows us why we should be grateful that they did."—Wallpaper*"Phaidon's latest coffee table book delves into some of the world's most creative and out-there postmodern buildings, and the photos are a visual feast."—Livingetc online"Owen Hopkins' new book Postmodern Architecture: Less is a Bore reminds us that modern building techniques mean all [forms of building] are now possible."—The Herald"Less is a Bore highlights some of the world's most avant-garde buildings, where architects' imaginations have gone wild. These buildings are bursting with colour, shapes and eclectic design, adding a sense of fun and humour to what may have been humdrum."—The Telegraph"Expands the purview of postmodernism."—Icon magazine"While Postmodern Architecture is mainly comprised of whimsical façades, the riotous interiors are just as dazzling."—Galerie"[Postmodern architecture] puts a smile on your face."—The Evening Standard"The best of wacky post-modern architecture... Stunning new book explores postmodernism architecture, one of the 20th century's most controversial styles."—The Daily Mail"A rallying cry against boring architecture."—Mr Porter"This book celebrates the playful absurdity of postmodern architecture."—Elephant magazine"Postmodernism is the concoction of colour, life and soul. In the beautiful coffee table publication; Less Is A Bore by Owen Hopkins you can discover hundreds of incredible postmodern buildings."—Cent. magazine"A visual treat."—World Architecture Festival"From a cat-shaped kindergarten to a robot-like skyscraper, these postmodern buildings have a hearty sense of humor. Postmodern Architecture wields color, ornament, and form in disarming, delightful ways."—Dwell Online"Expect to see slap-in-the-face design flourishes."—Grand Designs Magazine"Unprecedented... Postmodern Architecture showcases examples of the movement in a rainbow of hues and forms from around the globe."—Archidose"A new book argues that postmodernism... is on its way back."—Bloomberg Online"The completely wonderful new coffee table book shows the style is full of some of the most joyous, exuberant, outlandish, and fun works on the planet. Flipping through, it's impossible not to be mesmerized."—The Daily Beast"With tongue-firmly-in-cheek, this fun picture book from Phaidon, Postmodern Architecture: Less is a Bore, features more than 200 postmodern buildings around the world."—HGTV Online"Postmodern Architecture: Less is a Bore is a delightful distraction during troubled times. This is a photo-driven architectural survey that's hefty in size, exhaustive in scope, and, most important, a lot of fun."—The Architect's Newspaper Online

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring book exploring all aspects of interior design in 100 engaging and beautifully illustrated entries. Interior design is not about paint colors and accent cushions. It is an important practice that affects all our lives. This entertaining book explores the world of interior design with a snappy set of 100 entries, all explaining what interior design is in an attractive format. The wide range of topics covered just proves that interiors are an integral part of our lived experience. The book will appeal to students, professionals and anyone interested in the fascinating subject of what surrounds us. Contents: media and culture psychology concepts space project types materials environment and wellbeing technical issues the profession

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Book SynopsisThe definitive collection of residential work by celebrated contemporary architect Tom KundigTom Kundig is one of the most sought-after architects working today, known for his extraordinary houses that deeply engage with their surrounding environment.Based in the Pacific Northwest, Kundig's international portfolio includes homes built into rocky sites, dynamic kinetic devices that open walls and roofs, and even moving architecture that travels via railroad track.Spanning nearly four decades of design, Tom Kundig: Complete Houses presents 462 residential projects together for the first time. This richly illustrated 600-page book is both a comprehensive overview of the architect's career to date and an intimate, personal exploration of his creative practice.The book invites readers to explore 38 of Kundig's remarkable residences in-depth, each brought to life through original interviews with Kundig, portfolios of his hand-drawn sketches, and stunning photography.Beautifully designed, with a striking cloth-bound cover enveloped in a bespoke slipcase, this monumental volume is an inspirational resource and testament to Kundig's extraordinary vision as an architect.

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Book SynopsisIn this book Daniel MacCannell uncovers many aspects of lost Banff and Buchan. In addition to buildings, transport networks, industries, and ways of life which now no longer exist, from whaling to open-air market trading, he also considers other elements which have been forgotten over time.

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Book SynopsisAlmost everyone has indulged in the irresistible notion of carving out a romantic rural refuge in a typically rustic setting, beside a beach or meadow, in the mountains, or other pristine environments. This book brings together the infinite number of possibilities of beautiful and creative cabin designs set in idyllic locations where access to nature is unimpeded. There's a growing trend for living in a small getaway, but that needn't mean living in cramped, unimaginative spaces. Cabins: Hidden Places, Stylish Spaces showcases the challenges of how small floor plans and compact interiors can be overcome with inventive modern design solutions and the innovative use of technology. Once-basic structures are now evolving into fancy dwellings that offer off-grid living with low impact on the environment, all the while cocooning the occupants in differing levels of comfort, from rustic formats with basic necessities, to some which offer facilities for luxury living. From artist studios to alpine shelters, beachside shacks to rural retreats, this book is an endless source of inspiration for armchair architects and those seeking to create a peaceful sanctuary that fuses distilled ingenuity with eco-friendly style.

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Book SynopsisThe art school has had a fundamental effect on society internationally, influencing how the creative arts are represented and perceived. At a time that funding in the UK is placing arts education in crisis, this is the first book of its kind to investigate the concept of the 'art school' and its social impact and legacy. It highlights how the physical studios and workshops, designed for learning, teaching and making, influence and interact with the curriculum, creativity and practice. Beautifully illustrated, with both archival and contemporary photographs, many taken by the authors, this book celebrates the spaces dedicated to learning and teaching creative disciplines. Exploring a drastically shifting landscape in higher education, it celebrates the crucial relationship between the creative working spaces and the development of creative minds. A timely reflection on the current social and political climate, this book emphasises the significant role that the art school has to play in society, developing thriving creative industries and a wider culture of the arts.Featured art schools include: Chelsea College of Arts Government College of Art, Chandigarh The Bauhaus Escuelas Nacionales de Arte (ENA), Cuba Manchester School of Art.

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Book SynopsisThis book is about architecture, but not about formal architectural images. It is about the people who inhabit and use buildings and places.

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