Architecture

The Green City and Social Injustice: 21 Tales from North America and Europe Isabelle Anguelovski and James J. T. Connolly explore how urban environmental initiatives can exacerbate social...

Eugenio Miozzi's legacy is woven into the fabric of Venice itself. His contributions to the city's development are evident in its iconic bridges, from the Ponte della Libertà to the Ponte...

Underground Cities: New Frontiers in Urban Living Explore innovative approaches to building and inhabiting underground space. This book examines how new technologies can enhance the resilience and...

London's suburbs are a complex and multifaceted entity, containing both metropolitan and suburban characteristics. In "Metroburbia: The Anatomy of Greater London", Paul Knox explores the...

Swiss Sensibility: Exploring the Culture of Architecture in Switzerland This book presents 25 buildings in Switzerland designed by 16 influential Swiss architects, showcasing a range of styles and...

Ideal Homes, 1918-39: Exploring Domestic Architecture and Suburban Modernism in Interwar England. This book examines the domestic architecture and design of new suburban communities in interwar...

Transect Urbanism: Readings in Human Ecology is a comprehensive reference on the Rural-to-Urban Transect, a unifying theory for urban design. This collection brings together historical, practical,...

Toward an Architecture of Enjoyment by Henri Lefebvre is a groundbreaking work that explores the relationship between architecture and human experience. Written in 1973, this book was only recently...

Beauty, Memory, Unity: A Theory of Proportion in Architecture and Design by Steve Bass explores how ancient architects and artists created resonant connections with their audience. This book proposes...

Marseille Mix by William Firebrace explores the complex and multifaceted nature of this Mediterranean city. From its history as a seaside village to its reputation as a haven for gangsters, Marseille...

Passive Annual Heat Storage (PAHS) is a method of collecting and storing heat in the earth to provide comfortable environments year-round. This approach uses natural heat flow methods and building...

The Seven Lamps of Architecture by John Ruskin is a collection of essays that explore the principles of art and design. Originally compiled from notes prepared for another work, these writings were...

Nordic Modernism: Scandinavian Architecture from 1890 to 2015 This comprehensive book explores the development of modernist architecture in Scandinavia, tracing its evolution from romantic and...

Thinking + Living Like an Architect by Alex Michaelis and Tim Boyd This book offers a unique insight into the world of architecture, showcasing the work of a renowned architect through stunning...

A Thousand Days in Berlin: Tales of Property Pioneering by Andy Watson In the early 1990s, Berlin was a city of contrasts, where vibrant history and culture clashed with the traumatic scars of its...

Objects of Desire: A Lifetime of Collecting is a personal celebration of the joy of living with favorite collections and things. Maria Hummer-Tuttle shares her passion for collecting, highlighting...

Unfinished Ideas presents the work of seven photographers and fifty-five projects of architecture from Spain's geography. The book features five critic essays and eleven interviews with prestigious...

First published in 1940, this comprehensive study provides an in-depth account of British alabaster tombs from around 1330 to the Reformation period. Based on an earlier article by the author in the...

The Middle Ages: A Captivating Guide to the History of Europe. Between the 6th and 14th centuries, Europe underwent significant change, marked by the fall of the Western Roman Empire. This pivotal...

Hardcover - 167 pages (2018) This book provides a timely overview of prefabricated and modular housing, exploring its history, theory, and design. Richly illustrated with historical examples and...

The US housing market faces a significant mismatch between available housing and what people need. The traditional post-WWII model is no longer suitable for modern residents. As urban areas...

The New Architecture and The Bauhaus by Walter Gropius explores the fundamental problems presented by the relations of art and industry. This influential book poses questions about the practical...

Exploring the global housing market and its reliance on urban land prices, Broken City by Patrick M. Condon reveals how land has become an asset rather than a utility. This shift has led to runaway...

Cleopatra's Needles: The Lost Obelisks of EgyptBetween 1831 and 1881, three massive obelisks were transported from Egypt to new lands, marking a remarkable era in engineering history. Newspapers...

Michel Foucault's work has had a profound impact on architecture and its critical discourse since the mid-1960s. This book provides an excellent introduction to his ideas, exploring their relevance...

For interior designers and those looking to start their career in the field, "The Consultation Companion" offers essential tools and guidance. This comprehensive guide provides how-to information,...

Aldo Rossi and the Spirit of Architecture by Diane Ghirardo is a critical reassessment of the Italian architect's work. This book explores Rossi's writings, drawings, and product design, including...

Regenerative Urban Design and Ecosystem Biomimicry explores how to create more sustainable cities by incorporating nature-inspired solutions into architectural design.The impact of climate change and...

The Gardens of Suzhou by Ron Henderson is an in-depth exploration of seventeen gardens in this renowned Chinese city. Built between the eleventh and nineteenth centuries, these classical garden...

Rooms You May Have Missed offers two distinct perspectives on architecture, each challenging conventional approaches to design and building. Umberto Riva presents a radical rethinking of everyday...

Mastering SketchUp for site design is within reach with this comprehensive guide. Daniel Tal's expert guidance takes you through the software's powerful modeling capabilities, from basic to advanced...

Discover the rich architectural heritage of Cambridge through this comprehensive guide. First published in 1942, David Theodore Fyfe's book explores the evolution of English architecture from...

20/20 Visions: Collaborative Planning and PlacemakingThis inspiring introduction to participatory planning explores how community involvement can build consensus, speed up planning, and add social,...

Architecture, Energy, Matter DS18 2013-2015 by Lindsay Bremner and Roberto Bottazzi is a collection of essays and selected work from Design Studio 18, which explored energy as an architectural...

Visual Delight in Architecture explores how natural daylight and window views enrich our lives within buildings. Exposure to daily daylight rhythms is essential for our health and well-being, tied to...

Architecture's purpose extends beyond technical innovation and formal beauty. Alberto Pérez-Gómez argues that buildings should enhance our human values and capacities by being attuned to their...

Urban Soundscapes: A Guide to Listening for Landscape Architecture and Urban Design by Usue Ruiz Arana. This guide redefines the role of sound in landscape architecture and urban design, inviting...

In 1841, Sunderland's old North Pier was threatened by storm damage to its historic lighthouse. To save it, engineer John Murray devised a bold plan to move the tower in one piece. This remarkable...

The 17th International Architecture Exhibition asks a fundamental question: how will we live together? This official catalog for Biennale Architettura 2021 presents a comprehensive exploration of...

Brick Building in Britain explores the history and use of bricks, brick files, and terracotta from medieval times to the present day. This new edition includes a detailed account of brick production...

Zurich architect Stefan Wülser's approach to architecture is deeply rooted in its socio-cultural significance. His design for a house in Bassersdorf exemplifies this, featuring a programmatic...

Urban Sustainability: A Critical Examination of Justice and Equity in Cities. This book explores the complex relationships between urban sustainability, justice, and equity. It challenges common...

The New Science of Cities by Michael Batty explores how cities can be understood as systems composed of flows and networks. By viewing cities not just as physical spaces, but also as complex networks...

New Architects 3 showcases the wealth of emerging architectural talent in the UK, featuring over 85 innovative and talented young practices. This publication provides a unique guide to these...

Building a new New World: Amerikanizm in Russian Architecture By Jean-Louis Cohen Yale University Press, 2021 The concept of "Amerikanizm" played a significant role in shaping Russia's built...

Buildings that blend seamlessly into their surroundings are often the most remarkable structures. Earthbag architecture is revolutionizing the way people think about shelter, providing durable and...

Abbot Suger's groundbreaking work on the Abbey Church of St. Denis and its art treasures has been extensively updated and revised in this latest edition. The revisions incorporate Erwin Panofsky's...

The Architect and Designer Birthday Book is a thoughtfully curated collection that celebrates the birthdays of famous, infamous, and often-overlooked designers and architects. Spanning over 384...

The Landscapists by Ed Wall explores how landscapes are shaped and remade through interactions between people and their surroundings. This book examines the social construction of landscapes,...

Build Your Dream Home with Shipping Containers Shipping Container Homes: Steps and tips on How You Can Build a Shipping Container Home Quickly and Save Money offers a unique solution for those...

Design Studio Vol. 5: Experimental Realism explores new responses to realistic future living conditions through speculative design, social fiction and alternative models. This collection of articles...

Towards Another Architecture: New Visions for the 21st Century A collection of bold and original ideas for architecture in the face of climate change and social transformation. This book brings...

Estate Regeneration: Learning from the Past, Housing Communities of the Future By Brendan Kilpatrick and Manisha Patel The UK's housing estates have undergone significant changes over the past...

This comprehensive guide reveals the inner workings of buildings, explaining how they stand up, keep occupants safe and comfortable, get built, grow old and die. With hundreds of line drawings,...

Whitemarsh Hall, once considered one of the most impressive estates in North America, was built by Edward Townsend Stotesbury as a wedding gift to his second wife. Completed in 1916 after five years...

ZEDlife: How to Build a Low-carbon Society TodayBill Dunster presents a range of tools for creating a low-carbon society, focusing on technologies already in use. This book explores both small-scale...

The Elbphilharmonie Hamburg: A Contemporary Icon. This book presents the story behind one of the most striking landmarks in modern architecture. With extensive archive material, plans, and...

Revaluing Modern Architecture: Changing Conservation Culture By John Allan A clear and concise exploration of the conservation, regeneration, and adaptive re-use of modern architecture. This book...

Northern Comfort: The Nordic Art of Creative LivingThis inspiring guide brings together the people and ideas that embody the hygge way of life, exploring Scandinavian furniture and interior design,...

Rhinoceros: A Guide to Efficient Use in Architectural DesignThis book addresses the challenges beginners face when learning 3D CAD software, specifically Rhinoceros. It aims to alleviate frustration...

Lee Broom: A Designer's Vision This illustrated monograph presents the work of British designer Lee Broom, founder of his eponymous brand. Broom's stylish take on classic design products is showcased...

Blue Dunes explores the design of artificial barrier islands to protect the Mid-Atlantic region from climate change. This book examines the complex research agenda of an interdisciplinary team...

The thirty-five Carnegie libraries built in Wales before the First World War are a testament to Andrew Carnegie's extraordinary philanthropic vision. This book explores their social, cultural and...

Gothic Architecture, Improved by Rules and Proportions In Many Grand Designs of Columns, Doors, Windows, Chimney-pieces, Arcades, Colonades, Porticos, Umbrellos, Temples and Pavillions &c.: With...

A comprehensive guide to Washington, DC's most notable buildings and monuments. This sixth edition features 450 entries, including nearly 80 new additions, covering a range of structures from...

Explore the inner workings of some of the world's most iconic buildings through specially commissioned isometric illustrations and detailed photographs. Architecture Inside-Out reveals the structural...

Rem Koolhaas and OMA: A Critical Reader A comprehensive collection of 150 selected texts on Rem Koolhaas and his work at Office for Metropolitan Architecture. This compilation provides a fresh and...

Understanding Architecture by Jeremy Melvin provides an accessible guide to various architectural styles and movements. This new edition includes four additional chapters covering Performatism,...

Climate-Smart Design and Construction: A New Approach for Architects The construction sector is a significant contributor to CO2 emissions and grey energy use. To address this, we need a fundamental...

London's Contemporary Architecture: An Explorer's Guide is a comprehensive portable guide to one of the world's most exciting cities. With over 400 buildings featured, including key venues from the...

Bamboo Architecture in Competition and Exhibition showcases innovative bamboo building designs from around the world. Architects and designers from 64 countries submitted over 250 designs for various...

Inquiry By Design: A comprehensive guide to understanding how buildings and spaces work, this book brings together environment-behavior methods with the latest insights from neuroscience.Through...

Artificial Intelligent Architecture: New Paradigms in Architectural Practice and Production explores the impact of artificial intelligence on the discipline of architecture. With the recent mass...

Color is an integral part of urban form, shaping cities and giving them meaning. From modernist architecture to historic landmarks, colors have a profound impact on cityscapes. This volume explores...

Boston in 50 Buildings by Neil Wright explores the fascinating history of this historic market town and small port. Founded nearly a thousand years ago, Boston has a rich past, from its medieval...

Building business resilience in an architectural practice is crucial for managing risk and staying ahead in a cyclical workload. This guide provides practical methods for managing business-critical...

Berlin's Radio Landscape: A Study of Architecture and Media in Cold War Era. The city of Berlin was at the centre of a pivotal moment in history when Soviet troops dismantled key radio transmission...

Palladio's design principles continue to inspire architects today, but their interpretation and impact have been complex and multifaceted over time. This catalogue explores how Palladian design has...

This book presents new fundamentals for designing future-oriented housing. It explores 14 innovative multiunit dwelling projects through the lens of current research on urban housing systems,...

David Adjaye Constructed Narratives brings together essays and several recently completed buildings that showcase the architect's approach to design. The essays explore how his work in temporary...

Bates Masi + Architects' Architecture of Place offers a unique approach to residential design, one that responds to the specific needs and context of each client and site. By distilling the guiding...

Creating Great Places: Evidence-based Urban Design for Health and Wellbeing offers a bold vision for creating thriving urban environments. Drawing on international research and real-world examples,...

Once Upon a China is an unconventional architectural story that weaves together four seminal pre-modern fictions to explore Chinese identity through themes of domesticity, consumerism, democracy and...

Brutalism is back in focus, with its uncompromising and daring designs now celebrated for their historical significance and contemporary relevance. This book explores the similarities and differences...

Hardcover: 288 pages Elie Haddad explores the evolution of modern architecture over the past six decades, from its peak in the mid-20th century to the present day. This survey charts the development...

This comprehensive study explores domestic buildings in London from 1200 to the Great Fire in 1666. John Schofield examines houses and related structures, drawing on evidence from surviving...

Walls of Containment: The Architecture and Landscapes of Lunacy by Patrick Quinlan explores a crucial aspect of Irish mental illness facilities that has been largely overlooked: their architecture...

The Lost Mirror: Jews and Conversos in Medieval Spain Joan Molina i Figueras and Joan Molina explore how images played a complex role in the relationship between Christians, Jews, and conversos...

Sebastião Salgado's companion series to Exodus presents 90 portraits of children who are among the youngest exiles, migrants, and refugees. These young subjects come from different countries and have...

Architecture After Modernism by Diane Ghirardo explores the diverse paths architecture has taken since the late 1960s. This thoughtful book examines the social and political context behind various...

Branding + Interior Design: A Business Strategy for Interior DesignersThis comprehensive guide helps interior designers establish a strong brand and business strategy, bridging the gap between design...

Lina Bo Bardi: A Comprehensive Study of the Brazilian Modernist Architect's Life and Work This book presents the first major retrospective of Lina Bo Bardi's life and work, one of the most important...

Materials and Meaning in Architecture explores how buildings engage our senses, particularly touch, to create a rich experience. This broad-ranging study argues that architecture is primarily felt as...

This comprehensive guide to Rotterdam's architecture presents over 150 selected buildings, ranging from historic landmarks to modern classics and contemporary projects. From the city's famous harbour...

Flint Architecture of East Anglia is a comprehensive study of the region's unique heritage of flint-built churches and secular buildings. Spanning from Saxon times to the 20th century, these...

The church of St Barnabas in Pimlico, London, is a place of striking contrasts. Its impressive exterior belies an interior that is breathtakingly rich in decoration and elaboration, making it one of...

A Short History of Clitheroe in Lancashire by David Best is a concise and informative account of the town's rich history. First published in 1988, this paperback edition provides an engaging overview...

Multispace Architecture at the Dawn of the Metaverse explores the intersection of physical and digital spaces. This hybrid space blurs the lines between our online and offline experiences, creating a...

Methodical Dressage of the Riding Horse According to the Last Teachings of Francois Baucher and Dressage of the Outdoor Horse From The Last Teaching of François Baucher As Recalled by One of His...

The Great Builders surveys the careers of forty great architects whose engineering skills were crucial to their success. From churches and fortresses to bridges and high-tech skyscrapers, this survey...