Architecture
Discover the best architecture books, including top picks on architecture design and essential reads .
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Buildings of SavannahWinner of Best Guidebook Award 2018 from the Southeast Chapter of the Society of Architectural Historians While Savannah's famous urban plan is rightly renowned in many studies of urban history, what brings streams of tourists and architects to the city, and daily engages residents...
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Jutaku: Japanese HousesQuirky, surprising and entertaining - with more than 400 houses, Jutaku is architecture at the speed of Japan.Frenetic. Pulsating. Disorienting. Japan's contemporary culture is constantly in flux. In stark contrast to the centuries old imperial architecture of Kyoto, recent Japanese architectural practices have ushered...
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Brick: Who Found Herself in ArchitectureA young brick goes on a journey to find her place in the world by visiting ten celebrated brick structures around the globeWhen Brick was just a baby, tall buildings amazed her. Her mother said, "Great things begin with small bricks. Look around and...
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A Visual Dictionary of ArchitectureThe classic, bestselling reference on architecture now revised and expanded An essential one-volume reference of architectural topics using Francis D.K. Ching's signature presentation. It is the only dictionary that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated with finely detailed, hand-rendered drawings. From Arch to Wood, every...
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Tough and Cheerful: The Life and Times of Kanchha Sherpa, Last Living Member from the First Ascent of Mount Everest"Tough and Cheerful" is a story about the world's tallest mountain, the evolution of Nepal, and a man who has been part of the staggering transformation of both.Author: Patricia MoonPublisher: Lulu.comPublished: 11/11/2021Pages: 144Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.51lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.39dISBN: 9781794895713This title is...
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Lacaton & Vassal: Free Space, Transformation, HabiterThe winners of the 2021 Pritzker Prize present their architectural ethos through nine examplesThe French firm Lacaton & Vassal, established in Paris in 1987 by Anne Lacaton (born 1955) and Jean-Philippe Vassal (born 1954), has designed private and social housing, cultural and academic institutions...
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Supertight: Models for Living and Making Culture in Dense Urban EnvironmentsSupertight is an exploration of high-density urban life and reducing the footprint of cites through adaptations in design and behavior. Tightness is a positive urban quality, examined through the observations of designers, with a focus on the cities of Asia. The rapidly growing large...
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State Oddities: An Encyclopedia of What Makes Our United States UniqueState Oddities is a fascinating trip through the 50 states for students studying America, teachers planning classroom activities, and general readers who will enjoy an eye-opening journey through the nation's fun side. It offers a compelling look at the character of America through the...
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Beautiful Houses by the Water: Living at the Water's Edge- A beautifully illustrated and inspirational book that showcases stylish and relaxed homes set beside or on the water- Engaging descriptions of each project by the owners, detailing challenges, and benefits, and full of tips and tricks from the experts- Covers a wide range...
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Rancho Sisquoc: Enduring Legacy of an Historic Land Grant RanchRancho Sisquoc: Enduring Legacy on an Historic California Land Grant Ranch celebrates the spectacular landscape, fascinating history, colorful characters, and timeless traditions of one of California's last intact Mexican land grant ranches. The ranch's 37,000 acres extend from the edge of the Los Padres...
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Hidden Architecture: Buildings That Blend in- An inspired selection of buildings that blend into their environment - Highlights 50 of the world's most important projects by leading architects worldwide - By expert Alyn Griffiths, a regular contributor to magazines such as Wallpaper* and Dezeen and author of The Future...
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At Home with Art: A Beginner's Guide to Collecting on Any BudgetA beginner's guide on how to start your own art collection on any budget--to create a unique home that reflects your individual style. A work of art--whether it is unexpected, groundbreaking, or one of a kind--can personalize your interior and transform it into a...
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Gustav Stickley's Craftsman Homes and BungalowsA remarkable collection of Stickley home designs. In 1901, Gustav Stickley created the first uniquely American style of furniture and home design--known as Craftsman. A leader of the Arts and Crafts movement in homebuilding and a major influence on Frank Lloyd Wright, Stickley created...
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Project Without Form Oma: Rem Koolhaas and the 1989 LaboratoriumOn a daring late-'80s experiment in form by Rem Koolhaas' Office for Metropolitan ArchitectureIn 1989, the Office for Metropolitan Architecture developed a new architectural typology helmed by the Dutch architecture firm's founder Rem Koolhaas (born 1944). The goal of this endeavor was to enact...
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Frank Gehry: The MasterpiecesAn authoritative compendium on the main masterpieces of Frank Gehry, including 480 illustrations and photographs, produced in collaboration with Cahiers d'Art. Experimenting with a range of materials from cheap mass-produced items to space-age titanium, and using 3D computer modeling as an architectural tool, Frank...
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Gilles & BoissierThe French design duo Gilles & Boissier presents their sumptuously chic interiors and the artistic inspirations behind them. In 2004, Patrick Gilles and Dorothée Boissier--partners both at work and in life--founded their Paris-based interior design studio and furniture line, Gilles & Boissier. The maturity...
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Light Space Life: Houses by SaotaLight Space Life is the first monograph from internationally recognized South African architecture studio SAOTA, known for crafting exceptional modern buildings that forge powerful connections to their extraordinary settings. Presenting memorable and distinctive residences selected from its wide-ranging global output, the book celebrates thirty-five...
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Bamboo Contemporary: Green Houses Around the GlobeIn this globetrotting tour of fourteen houses, discover how bamboo, one of the most sustainable building materials on the planet, can be used in ingenious ways in residential design. Bamboo is a perennial grass that grows rapidly and rivals steel, concrete, and wood in...
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Junya Ishigami: Freeing ArchitectureA large-format, storybook-like celebration of Ishigami's elegant, light-filled landscape architecture and buildingsJapanese architect Junya Ishigami (born 1974) sees his architectural masterworks as landscapes in and of themselves rather than mere accessories to the land. At the heart of his design ethic are several guiding...
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Understanding Architectural Details - CommercialUnderstanding Architectural Details - Commercial, is dedicated to steel and concrete construction. The book is packed full of over 150 construction details in 2D, and 150 construction details in 3D.We look at the principles behind construction detailing, and delve deep into each area of...
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