Architecture

Aeroform Designing for Wind and Air Movement by James Jones and Demetri Telionis provides a comprehensive introduction to applying aerodynamic principles to architectural design. It presents a...

The Integrated Centres of Public Education (CIEP) were a radical public architecture initiative in Rio de Janeiro in 1982. Conceived by Oscar Niemeyer, Darcy Ribeiro, and Leonel Brizola, the program...

Santa Fe Modern Contemporary Design in the High Desert explores the unique relationship between modernist and contemporary architecture and interiors in Santa Fe's richly layered architectural...

The Brass Eagle Lecterns of England By Marcus van der Meulen A comprehensive guide to the iconic brass eagle lecterns found in English churches, tracing their development from the 10th century to the...

Houses Extensions Creating New Open Spaces by Patricia Martinez is a practical guide to adapting old buildings for modern living. As our lifestyles and needs change, many homes require renovation to...

Hubert Damisch presents a strikingly original view of architecture and the city through the twin lenses of cultural theory and psychoanalysis. This book offers a unique way of looking at the city and...

The Pedagogies of Re-Use brings together the collective work of over 100 participants from around the world who came together to address the climate emergency through architecture. This book...

Isaac Milburn's remarkable life story spans from humble beginnings as a gamekeeper to his appointment as Royal bonesetter. His journey took him from rural Northumberland to the royal court, where he...

Designing theme parks has become an art form, creating immersive worlds that transport us to new and exciting destinations. This comprehensive guide explores the stories, themes, characters, business...

The Last Palace: Europe's Extraordinary Century Through Five Lives and One House in Prague In 2019, Norman Eisen moved into the US ambassador's residence in Prague, only to discover swastikas hidden...

Basil Oliver's photographs and descriptions in "The Cottages of England" form a lasting record of the English cottage, a way of life that is now largely lost to time. This collection showcases the...

A fully illustrated guide to the strategic design of green buildings is presented in this updated resource. Francis D.K. Ching and Ian M. Shapiro provide architects, designers, and builders with a...

Public Spaces and Urbanity: A Practical Guide to Designing Humane Cities This book offers a practical guide to designing cities that prioritize human well-being. Drawing on European city examples, it...

Town halls are a distinctive feature of Britain's urban landscape, embodying power and authority within local society and politics for centuries. This book explores their historical development from...

Buildings Between Living Time and Rocky Space by Paul Shepheard is an exploration of the human relationship with architecture. In this thought-provoking work, Shepheard examines the role of buildings...

The World Trade Center by Anthony W. Robins First published in 1987, this book offered a serious consideration of the planning and design of the World Trade Center, a symbol of hubris, wealth and...

Cosmowomen places as constellations by Izaskun Chinchilla presents an innovative approach to architecture and its relationship with women's roles in the profession. By exploring the potential for...

Bloomsbury in 50 Buildings explores the area's rich and colourful history through its architectural treasures. This guide takes you on a journey through the district's wonderful squares, Georgian...

Explore Rome's waterways and discover how they have shaped the city's culture, history, and landscape. This engaging guide takes you on a grand tour through the streets, piazzas, gardens, and...

Blackpool's Seaside Heritage explores two centuries of tourism in Britain's favourite seaside resort. From its colourful past to its bright future, this book examines how Blackpool has evolved and...

Discover the rich history and architecture of Northwich, a town with a fascinating past dating back to Roman times. From ancient buildings like Vale Royal Abbey to modern developments like the...

Le Corbusier and the Power of Photography explores the architect's connection with photography, revealing the breadth and depth of his visual and spatial innovation. From early photographs taken as a...

Oxfordshire's Best Churches brings together 116 of the county's most notable places of worship, exploring their unique architectural features and artistic details. From stunning stained glass windows...

Drawing for Architecture by Leon Krier presents a unique visual argument against contemporary architecture. With witty and insightful drawings, Krier challenges the dominant urbanism and...

Schools have the potential to empower communities by connecting people better with their surroundings. This book explores how physical school environments can be designed to support healthy...

Scandinavian Architects presents twenty-eight architects from Scandinavia with their latest projects from the areas of residential, commercial and public buildings. This volume showcases the...

Healthy Buildings: A Call to Action for Better Indoor Spaces. For too long, buildings have been designed with people's health and wellbeing in mind last. However, this is now changing as the...

London's Country Houses by Caroline Knight explores the history of suburban houses in London, from the mid-16th century to the present day. This book focuses on those that still exist, while also...

Tadao Ando: A Complete Works 1975-today brings together the most significant projects of one of the world's most renowned architects. Spanning over four decades, this collection showcases Ando's...

Targeting Zero Embodied and Whole Life Carbon Explained by Simon Sturgis is a comprehensive guide to reducing carbon emissions in buildings. Currently, the profession's understanding of embodied and...

American architect Lebbeus Woods (1940-2012) remains a quiet hero among his colleagues and architectural students alike. His work from the mid-1980s until the end of his life has been widely...

The Building Regulations Principal Designer Professional Services Contract 2024 provides essential guidance for architects and designers working in the UK construction industry. This publication...

Compact Cabins: Simple Living in 1,000 Square Feet Or Less offers 62 design interpretations for a peaceful retreat from everyday life. These small footprint designs range from cozy 100 square feet to...

London's Technopolis: A Study of Archigram and British High-Tech Architecture By Annette Fierro This book explores the historical and cultural context of London to reveal the influences and...

Gino Valle's architectural work has been recognised internationally since the 1950s for its originality and creativity. His buildings, spanning from social housing to metropolitan centres in Europe...

Design Management for Architects by Stephen Emmitt provides a comprehensive guide to managing design and designers. The book explores how design management can benefit architects and their...

Build an Affordable Underground Home with Confidence An earth-sheltered home has a minimal impact on the land, leaving almost zero footprint. This practical guide provides a step-by-step approach to...

American Art Deco Architecture and Regionalism by Carla Breeze is a comprehensive guide to 75 iconic buildings across the United States that showcase the country's unique take on the Art Deco style...

This 2005 reprint of Abraham Swan's influential stylebook offers outstanding examples of Palladian and Georgian architecture and design in colonial America and England. The book features floor plans,...

Relax and unwind with these 50 simple mosaics and patterns designed for stress-less coloring. Printed on one-sided pages, each design is carefully crafted to promote mindfulness, balance, peace and...

Zeals: A Biography of an English Country House Jennie Elias explores the fascinating history of Zeals, an English country manor house in Wiltshire. This 500-year-old estate has seen its fair share of...

Vitruvius on Architecture brings together the wisdom of one of history's most influential Renaissance thinkers. Written by Vitruvius Pollio, this treatise on architecture was completed in late life...

The Alphabet and the Algorithm by Mario Carpo explores how digital technologies have transformed architecture. This book examines the rise and fall of identical copies in design and construction,...

Notre Dame Cathedral: Nine Centuries of History This comprehensive history of Notre Dame Cathedral explores its construction and reconstruction over nine centuries. From its groundbreaking...

Take It Outside: A Guide to Designing Beautiful Spaces Just Beyond Your Door is a comprehensive guide to transforming your outdoor space into an inviting oasis. By applying familiar interior design...

Sir Edwin Lutyens: A Prolific Architect Sir Edwin Lutyens was one of England's most prolific architects since Sir Christopher Wren. His notable works include the Cenotaph in Whitehall, country...

The Centre Pompidou: A Modern Monument A lively intellectual biography of one of the 20th century's most iconic buildings, this book explores the history and success of the Centre Georges Pompidou in...

Green Interior Design: The Guide to Sustainable High Style is a comprehensive guide to sustainable building, designing, and decorating your home. With its beautifully illustrated pages, this book...

Landscape as a Cabinet of Curiosities In Search of a Position by Günther Vogt explores the intersection of landscape architecture and urban planning. Through five distinct locations, Vogt shares his...

Detroit-Moscow-Detroit: An Architecture for Industrialization, 1917-1945 This book presents an original account of US and USSR industrialization between the two world wars. Despite ideological...

Central Cambridge provides an authoritative introduction to the University and its attractions. With a wealth of historical detail and accurate information, this guidebook is perfect for visitors and...

The City as a Technical Being On the Mode of Existence of Architecture by Peter Trummer. This book explores the relationship between the city and its architecture, challenging traditional approaches...

The life and work of architect Minoru Yamasaki is a fascinating subject that raises important questions about how architectural history is written. Despite his significant influence on American...

Abandoned Asylums takes readers on a powerful and haunting visual journey into America's abandoned state hospitals, asylums, and psychiatric facilities. Photographer Matt Van der Velde's images...

Johansen Skovsted Arkitekter is a Copenhagen-based practice renowned for its innovative approach to architecture and urban development. This publication showcases their work, which addresses current...

Dundee in 50 Buildings explores the history and architectural heritage of this vibrant city. From its medieval past to its modern-day design scene, Dundee's buildings tell a story of resilience and...

Create beautiful 3D models and presentations with SketchUp Pro and LayOut. This beginner's guide will walk you through the process step by step, even if you've never designed in 3D before. You'll...

The City of Tomorrow: Sensors, Networks, Hackers, and the Future of Urban Life by Carlo Ratti and Matthew Claudel is a thought-provoking exploration of the technological forces driving urban change...

Designing Denmark offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of Arne Jacobsen's life and work as an architect and designer. This book delves into previously unknown aspects of his creative life,...

Technical Lands: A Critical Primer by Jeffrey S. Nesbit and Charles Waldheim explores the concept of technical lands - spaces defined by their unique characteristics, such as remote locations and...

Connect cities with nature for a more sustainable future. Conservation for Cities offers a comprehensive framework for planning and implementing projects that protect and restore natural...

Aldo & Hannie Van Eyck: Excess of Architecture This publication presents 24 key works by Aldo van Eyck and his wife Hannie, showcasing their collaborative approach to architecture. Through full-bleed...

Design for Social Innovation: A Global Perspective This book brings together 45 case studies from around the world, showcasing how design is being used to drive social change. From public health to...

Designing for a Sustainable Future: A Sourcebook for Architecture Students and Professionals. In today's climate emergency, sustainable design is no longer a choice, but a necessity. This...

Architecture as Experience: A New Perspective on Buildings and Spaces. The way we experience buildings and their surroundings is increasingly understood to be deeply connected to our perception of...

The Perfect House: A Journey with Renaissance Master Andrea PalladioAndrea Palladio's villas are renowned for their simple, gracious design, which elevated the architecture of the private house into...

Build Beyond Zero: New Ideas for Carbon-Smart Architecture by Bruce King and Chris Magwood. Net-zero energy buildings have made significant strides in improving building performance, but renovating...

Coventry in 50 Buildings explores the city's rich architectural heritage through its most significant buildings. From the modern cathedral that replaced the original fourteenth-century structure, to...

Berlin's Postwar Architecture: A Photographic Survey Jesse Simon's Plattenbau Berlin offers a fresh perspective on the iconic residential buildings that rose from the ruins of Berlin after World War...

The Tithe Barns: A Forgotten Legacy in Rural England During the Medieval period, farmers were required to offer one tenth of their yield to the Church, leading to the construction of large storage...

Form and Structure in Interior Architecture explores the fundamental principles that govern the design of interior spaces. By examining the relationships between existing buildings and new...

Space, Time and Architecture: The Growth of a New Tradition is a seminal work that has shaped our understanding of modern architecture. First published in 1941, this influential book has undergone...

Would You Like to See the House? Unapologetic Interiors Filled With Color, Verve, Oh And There's A Door On The Ceiling! by Lorraine Kirke is a visually stunning book that showcases the designer's...

The English Landscape Garden A Survey by Michael Symes is a comprehensive exploration of this 18th-century architectural phenomenon. Despite its natural appearance, the English Landscape Garden was...

The Modular Housing Handbook by Simon Bayliss and Rory Bergin is a practical guide to designing modular housing. It presents a compelling argument for off-site construction as a means for architects...

A Practical Guide to Architectural Drawing by Edward Denison and Guang Yu Ren is a visually stunning guide to architectural drawing from the RIBA Collections. This comprehensive primer showcases a...

Woods + Dangaran Architecture and Interiors is a masterful blend of modernist inspiration and contemporary living. Architects Brett Woods and Joseph Dangaran are known for their ability to express...

Cairo since 1900: An Architectural Guide is a comprehensive guide to modern Cairo's buildings and sites. Since the early twentieth century, the city has been shaped by eclectic modern constructions,...

Sustainability: All That Matters by Chris Goodall is a thought-provoking exploration of what it means to build a sustainable society. Today's generation faces a critical test in balancing prosperity...

Learn to harness the power of neural networks and deep learning with this comprehensive guide. This three-in-one book covers the fundamentals of neural networks, algorithms, and transactional control...

Buildings are created through collaboration and cooperation between people from various disciplines. Architects work closely with other architects, experts in different fields, and even the public to...

Duplex Architects: Rethinking Housing A comprehensive look at innovative housing design in Switzerland and its contribution to urban development. This first monograph showcases the firm's approach to...

The Second Digital Turn: Design Beyond Intelligence by Mario Carpo The first digital turn in architecture changed our ways of making, but the second is transforming how we think. In this book, Mario...

Animate Form, Animate Design, Animate Thinking explores how nature's dynamic and fluid existence can inform our approach to architecture and design. This process, known as animate design, considers...

Bridport and West Bay: The Buildings of the Flax and Hemp IndustryExploring the historic industrial heritage of the area, this book examines the buildings that once played a significant role in the...

Eco House Plans by Anna Minguet presents over 300 architectural designs for sustainable homes, including floor plans, sections, sketches and cross-sections. These 36 projects showcase how careful...

Scotland's Rural Home: Nine Stories about Contemporary Architecture Beautiful photography and drawings bring to life nine remarkable building projects that redefine rural architecture. From...

Sustainable Design for the Built Environment marks a significant shift towards sustainable design as a mainstream approach to creating a healthy and resilient built environment. This comprehensive...

Whitehaven in 50 Buildings by Pat Dargan explores the history and architecture of this Cumbrian town through its most interesting buildings and structures. From the Georgian planned town to the...

Baudrillard for Architects by Francesco Proto provides an accessible introduction to the French philosopher's ideas on architecture and related fields. By exploring key concepts such as object...

This book explores a new approach to architecture that prioritises sustainability and environmental impact. It presents a method for building or renovating homes using recycled materials and...

This architectural guide brings together 100 of New York City's most original structures built since 1999. Vladimir Belogolovsky pairs these iconic buildings with nicknames such as Guillotine,...

Chris Dyson Architects: Heritage and Modernity is a critical analysis of the practice's philosophy, approach, and body of work. It explores Chris Dyson's expertise in sensitive conservation and his...

The Japanese House Reinvented explores the innovative designs of 50 recent houses that showcase Japan's enduring commitment to design innovation. From tiny plots in crowded urban contexts to seismic...

Mirei Shigemori's work had a profound impact on Japanese landscape architecture in the 20th century. From his early involvement with the Kyoto Garden Society in 1932, he went on to design over 240...

The Development of the English Playhouse: An Illustrated Survey of Theatre Building in England from Medieval to Modern Times by Richard Leacroft. This book explores the evolution of theatre in...

This collection of essays explores the intersection of architecture and art through a new theoretical approach inspired by the philosophy of Gilles Deleuze. John Rajchman delves into concepts such as...

Cullinan Studio in the 21st Century is a unique architectural practice that continues to innovate and serve society. This book explores how Cullinan Studio navigates the challenges of modern...

Designing an office space requires careful consideration of its core elements. The dimensions of individual workstations, including desks and chairs, as well as necessary circulation areas, form the...

A comprehensive guide to the inner workings of skyscrapers is presented in this innovative graphic tour. From foundations to spires, Kate Ascher explores every aspect of designing, building, and...