Architecture

Mid-Century Modern Interiors explores the pivotal period in interior design history from the 1930s to the 1960s in the United States. This was a time when some of the most influential designers...

Boris Iofan: Stalin's Architect A detailed biography of one of the Soviet Union's most influential architects, whose designs were shaped by his close relationship with Josef Stalin. This study is...

Eurotopians: Fragments of a Different Future This book explores how we want to live and build in the future. Niklas Maak and Johanna Diehl examine the work of European utopians from the 1960s and...

Latin American Houses by Mercedes Daguerre explores the innovative one-family houses built in Latin America over the past decade. This book showcases the elegance and modernist heritage of...

Architecture and the Forest Aesthetic: A New Look at Design and Resilient Urbanism by Jana VanderGoot explores how forests can inform urban design, creating living spaces that mimic the natural world...

Planning for Greying Cities explores how modern town planning and design can positively address population ageing. This book brings together fundamental research exploring dimensions of age-friendly...

Architecture and nature are intertwined in a complex relationship that Territory explores. This book examines how buildings can actively shape their surroundings, creating new environments through...

Castle Hill: A National Historic LandmarkThis beautifully illustrated guide explores the stunning country estate of Richard T. Crane, Jr., set against the sapphire backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean...

Essays on Thermodynamics, Architecture and Beauty explores the concept of "thermodynamic beauty" as a new aesthetic category that connects architecture and thermodynamics. This collection of...

Embodying Otherness explores the presence, stillness and movement of bodies in the city, and the ways they are constantly restricted, codified and practiced. The book examines how urban design codes...

Robert Searns presents a compelling case for high-quality pedestrian infrastructure in urban areas, highlighting the need for accessible pathways that serve diverse populations.The author builds on...

This book showcases hundreds of colorful and creative children's playhouses in a child's scale, from elaborate Victorian designs to modern interpretations. The collection features images of...

The Beyeler Foundation Building: A Journey Through Time and Space. This book explores the conception of the museum as a work of art that informs the architectural project. It takes readers on a...

Ron Thom, Architect: A Life of Creative Modernism This biography offers a nuanced portrait of an iconic Canadian architect, Ron Thom, and the social landscape he inhabited during the mid-20th century...

The English Castles Story is a vividly illustrated exploration of England's rich castle history. Over 1,000 years of British history have been shaped by these architectural landmarks, which have also...

The Approved Document R: Infrastructure for Electronic Communications - Volume 2 is a publication by HM Government, published in 2022 by RIBA Publishing. This document provides guidance on the...

Syria Matters explores five periods of Syria's history, shedding light on its key role in artistic and intellectual world history. The Museum of Islamic Art in Doha has chosen to draw attention to...

Vacant lots can be a key element in community revitalization. As cities reinvent themselves after decades of lost jobs and population, abundant vacant land resources are expanding opportunities for...

Brad Cloepfil's design philosophy is reflected in his work with Allied Works Architecture, as showcased in this comprehensive guide to residential architecture.This book presents innovative spaces...

Planning and Design for Future Informal Settlements Shaping the Self-Constructed City by David Gouverneur offers a comprehensive approach to addressing urban challenges in developing cities. The book...

Mute Icons challenges traditional notions of beauty in architecture by exploring the intersection of past and present, form and function.Through a combination of historical context, theoretical...

The Depth of the Landscape by Jean-Pierre Pranlas-Descours explores the intricate relationship between landscape and architecture. This book delves into 16 projects, examining how they reflect...

This book explores innovative approaches to creating flexible living spaces by combining creativity with traditional building techniques. It showcases projects that seamlessly integrate furniture and...

Moshe Safdie's unbuilt designs are some of his most significant work. This richly illustrated book showcases these unrealized concepts, ideas and dreams through detailed diagrams, sketches, models...

Dense + Green Innovative Building Types for Sustainable Urban Architecture by Thomas Schröpfer explores how nature can be integrated into high-density buildings to create more sustainable urban...

Reimagining the Library of the Future: A New Vision for Public Buildings and Civic Space. This book presents a critical examination of the library as a building typology, tracing its evolution from...

SoulAlert2 by Kai Lee Davidson is the second installment in this samurai novel series. A new story unfolds as Kudo's son takes his father's place, continuing the journey of loyalty and duty.Set...

The Building Regulations 2010: Infrastructure for the charging of electric vehicles. Approved document S by Great Britain. HM Government is a comprehensive guide to the regulations governing the...

The Poetics of Underground Space Architecture, Literature, Cinema explores the relationship between architecture and underground spaces. This comprehensive survey delves into historical and...

Basics Design and Living by Jan Krebs is an introduction to housing design that helps readers understand fundamental concepts and approaches to creating functional living spaces. This book explains...

Gateshead: Architecture in a Changing English Urban Landscape (Informed Conservation) by Taylor, Simon;Lovie, David B. This book explores the history of Gateshead, a northern industrial town that...

Miami Beach Postcards showcases 40 vibrant postcards that capture the Art Deco splendor of Miami Beach. Perfect for keeping as a souvenir, mailing to friends, or displaying in a standard frame, these...

Great Public Squares: An Architect's Selection explores the world's most inspiring outdoor spaces, from historic piazzas to modern gathering places. Robert Gatje presents stunning computer-generated...

The Burton House: A Modern Architecture Story in Three Parts This book tells the story of how the Burton House came into being, from acquiring the site and securing planning consent to building its...

The Theories and Practices of Architectural Representation explores how architectural knowledge is produced, structured, disseminated, and consumed. This shift in knowledge production parallels...

Bonstra Haresign Architects Designing Community celebrates over 20 years of community-focused practice by this renowned architecture firm. The book showcases the growth and success of their...

Demolition Practices, Technology, and Management is a comprehensive guide to the complex business of demolition. As the built environment ages, this industry has grown rapidly, offering major...

Designing for Longevity: Expert Strategies for Creating Long-Lasting Products Louise Møller Haase and Linda Nhu Laursen explore how designers can create products that are both functional and...

How do children's surroundings affect their health, behaviour, education and development? This book explores how our built environment impacts young people and what we can do to support them. It...

Alessandro Martinelli's work explores the intersection of architecture and urban planning in Asia, where traditional and modern elements coexist. In this context, a new movement is emerging to create...

The Symbolism of the Stupa by Adrian Snodgrass explores the architecture of the stupa, a Buddhist symbolic form found in South, Southeast, and East Asia. Trained as an architect, Snodgrass examines...

Carlos Ferrater and Partners' OAB 2022 Office of Architecture in Barcelona presents a new platform for collaborative design, addressing the challenges of contemporary architecture. This collection of...

Casas de piedra natural by Simone Schleifer showcases modern architectural examples that incorporate natural stone, earth, and concrete into their designs.These buildings demonstrate innovative...

Anthropology for Architects: Exploring Social Relations and the Built Environment. This book examines the ideas that underpin the connection between contemporary social anthropology and architecture,...

Public Space Unbound: Urban Emancipation and the Post-Political Condition By Sabine Knierbein and Tihomir Viderman, Routledge, 2019. This book explores how everyday practices of publics shape space...

Nicholas Hawksmoor's six remarkable churches in London, built between 1712 and 1731, remain as testaments to his innovative design principles. This book presents these structures as part of a...

A new trend in architecture has emerged, featuring mobile homes that are transportable and transform into rolling houses. Some can be easily towed behind a vehicle and relocated to desired locations...

The Sprawl Repair Manual by Galina Tachieva offers a practical guide to repairing typical sprawl elements in suburbia. This step-by-step design process aims to re-balance and re-urbanize suburbs into...

Introduction to Structures provides a clear and accessible introduction to structural design principles. With contributions from experienced professionals with over 75 years of combined experience,...

Bentu's innovative approach to design is showcased in this stunning photographic book. The company's experiments with everyday materials, such as concrete and terrazzo, are revealed through a...

This collection of essays presents case studies on urban forms and fabrics from around the world, focusing on individual streets with unique historical conditions. Written by colleagues and former...

Iceland's journey to concrete architecture began with the use of Portland cement in the Reykjavík cathedral. This early adoption paved the way for a shift away from traditional building materials,...

The Garden City Past, Present and Future by Stephen Ward explores the origins, implementation, international adoption, and ongoing relevance of the Garden City idea in urban planning.From its...

Befreites Wohnen by Sigfried Giedion is a seminal work of modernist architecture that explores the vision for an international architectural modernism. First published in 1929, this influential...

The Urban Apparatus: A Critical Exploration of the City Reinhold Martin's latest work offers a thought-provoking analysis of urbanization and its role in shaping contemporary society. By examining...

Qualitative Research Methods for Community Development is a comprehensive guide to the skills and tools needed for qualitative research in community development.This second edition of the book...

Modern Urban Landscapes by Images Publishing Group explores innovative design concepts and international standards for sustainable landscape design. This book presents energy-efficient models and...

The Constructed Other explores how Western perceptions of Japanese architecture have evolved over time. From the mid-19th century to the present day, three interconnected themes have shaped these...

Great Inspiration: My Adventures in Decorating with Notable Interior DesignersThis intimate look at the interiors of a design aficionada takes readers on a journey through the decorating evolution of...

Net-positive Design and Sustainable Urban Development explores how urban planning, policy, and design can create more ecological and social gains than no construction at all. This approach challenges...

This edited volume explores the concept of iteration in artistic and architectural production, examining how multiple stages and phases contribute to the final artifact. By analyzing the meaning and...

The Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2022 presents twenty shortlisted projects that showcase innovative and inclusive thinking in architecture. This publication highlights the work of architects,...

Unhealthy Housing presents an analysis of the research into the health implications of housing and its significance for legal regulation of housing conditions. Key experts share their findings in...

This book explores the work of French architect Jean Prouvé, focusing on his 1956 Demountable House. During World War II, Prouvé designed portable and demountable barracks for the French army, laying...

The years following World War II were a time of profound transformation in human history. This period saw the emergence of extraordinary architectural creations, cities undergoing rapid expansion,...

Andrea Palladio Unbuilt Venice by Antonio Foscari is a comprehensive study of the architect's life and work, shedding new light on his remarkable oeuvre. The book explores the unfinished projects...

Laurie Olin's interest in public outdoor seating lies at the intersection of two concerns: the everyday aspects of our lives and experiences, and the role of public seating in fostering community and...

The Immediate Spaces 16-19 book offers a unique glimpse into a two-year program that explores and shapes spatial practices. Directed by Swiss architect Leopold Banchini, this global approach brings...

Savage Mind to Savage Machine: Racial Science and Twentieth-century Design explores how concepts of "the savage" influenced technological approaches in modernist design. By examining natural...

Architecture for Residential Care and Ageing Communities explores the intersection of architecture, design, and healthcare in response to the evolving needs of ageing societies. This edited...

This book explores the concepts of sustainability and resilience in relation to the built environment. Emilio Jose Garcia and Brenda Vale examine how these terms are defined and applied, using case...

The Mining Towns of the Bohemian Ore Mountains offers a unique perspective on the history of mining towns in northwest Bohemia during the late Gothic and early Renaissance periods. The region's...

Designing and Building for Well-Being, Equity, and Sustainability is a comprehensive guide to creating healthy places that benefit both human health and the planet. Since its first edition over 10...

This book explores the evolution and impact of consumer products from their invention to the present day. It examines how environmental concerns and legislation have influenced design and the effects...

Architecture, Festival and the City explores how urban festivals have been used to represent ideas of belonging and identity in cities. Historically, these events provided tangible expressions of...

Modernism as Memory Building Identity in the Federal Republic of Germany explores how post-war German architecture reflects the country's complex relationship with its past. In this thought-provoking...

For those looking to transition into a career in sustainable architecture, design, and building, this guide provides practical information on educational requirements, career options, and first-hand...

This book explores contemporary Swedish landscape architecture through the work of leading designer Thorbjörn Andersson. Three essays by international writers introduce key concepts: Nature, Site,...

This collection of 21 public space projects in eight Latin American cities presents a nuanced exploration of how to create transformative spaces in spontaneous settlements. Beyond serving as a guide...

Aurélie Drouet presents 14 original bookcase projects with step-by-step instructions and inspirational features to help you find the one that best suits your style. These creations showcase how...

Pavillon Le Corbusier Zurich is the last realised design by renowned architect Le Corbusier, situated on the shores of Lake Zurich. Completed in 1960, this steel and glass structure showcases Le...

Openings: 29 Projects by h2o Architects This comprehensive volume brings together twenty-nine projects from the past ten years, showcasing the work of Paris-based h2o Architects. From housing...

Future Cities: Reconnecting Imagination and Reality in Urban Futures. This book explores the relationship between speculative visions of cities and scientific predictions, arguing that there is no...

Rafael Pardo's buildings are sculptural: interlocking concrete prisms that form domestic spaces. He seeks to push the properties of concrete to its limits, making it structure, wall and finish. This...

Behavioural Production: Semi-Autonomous Approaches to Architectural Design, Robotic Fabrication and Collective Robotic Construction explores how design can be orchestrated through the orchestration...

Architecture China: RE/DEFINE Tradition explores how traditional architectural practices are being reinterpreted in contemporary China. Two essays by Li Xiangning and others examine the challenges...

Concrete in Switzerland: A Historical Assessment of Reinforced Concrete Construction in Switzerland. This groundbreaking work brings together contributions from internationally renowned researchers...

Auckland Architecture A Walking Guide by John Walsh is a self-guided walking tour of 65 significant buildings in Auckland, covering the Victorian era to modern times. This pocket guide features...

Time History and Architecture by Gevork Hartoonian explores the formation of architectural history through a series of essays that examine key concepts such as time, autonomy, and periodization. The...

Japanese Creativity: Contemplations on Japanese Architecture by Yūichirō Edagawa explores the roots of Japanese creativity and its architectural artifacts. Through an in-depth analysis of unique...

Designing Spatial Culture explores the complex relationship between human experience and the built environment. This book examines how spaces are shaped by cultural forces and how they, in turn,...

Little White Houses: How the Postwar Home Constructed Race in America examines how postwar media representations associated ordinary single-family houses with middle-class whites, creating a powerful...

Emerging Practices in Architectural Pedagogy explores how architectural education is adapting to the changing needs of the profession. By examining large-scale issues and real-world problems, this...

A History of Prestonfield - Edinburgh Local History by Brian Bourner is a concise exploration of the social and political history of a small area in Edinburgh. This booklet brings together various...

The Turn of the Century: A Reader about Architecture in Europe 1990-2020 by Matthias Sauerbruch and Louisa Hutton is a collection of essays that explore the evolution of architecture in Europe over...

The Routledge Companion to Games in Architecture and Urban Planning explores the diverse world of games in architecture and urban planning. This collection brings together international contributors...

Dubai's extraordinary growth at the end of the 20th century captivated international attention. Exuberant projects such as the Burj Arab and the Palm Islands drew investment in transforming the...

Remote Performances in Nature and Architecture explores the relationship between place and forms of thought and creative activity. This book examines how artists engage with their environment,...

California's car culture is giving way to a greener future. In "Renewing the Dream: The Mobility Revolution and the Future of Los Angeles", James Sanders explores the transformation of Southern...

The posthuman condition signals a profound shift in our relationship with the world. This historical moment is marked by significant technological, ecological, biopolitical, and spatial...