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Review: Basics Series

Architecture-Page — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 06:00:00 -0500

Each of the volumes of the Basics series is richly illustrated with photographs and diagrams. The examples covered range from the traditional to the most recent cutting-edge work. These 'books' are a must-have, not only for students and their teachers, but also for professionals wanting to brush up on their fundamentals.

Review: O'Donnell + Tuomey: Selected Works

Architecture-Page — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 07:00:00 -0400

The work takes centre stage here, bolstered by its rich and complex Irish setting. This is undoubtedly one of the best monographs in recent years. And for those looking out for architecture that revels in poetry, meaning and restraint, you need not go any further. This is the book you must have.

Review: Kanner Architects 11 projects

Architecture-Page — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 07:00:00 -0400

The work of this architecture practice, little known outside of the USA, continues from the traditions of mid-20th century Californian Modernists. This monograph, more in the vein of a catalogue, presents a selection of current projects through bright, sunny and vibrant images of a remarkable body of recent work.

New Museums

Architecture-Page — Sun, 29 Jul 2007 06:00:00 -0400

New Museums documents the best of new museum design and features 27 projects in 13 countries form the most renowned practitioners in the world today. Each project is thoroughly documented with color photographs, plans, drawings, and a project description.

Waro Kishi

Architecture-Page — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 07:00:00 -0400

This is the first book to provide an overview of Kyoto, Japan based architect Waro Kishi's career. Made primarily of glass and steel Kishi's building are considered by some to be more delicate and subtle, and overall his designs are less driven by iconic forms.

Shigeru Ban

Architecture-Page — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 06:00:00 -0400

Shigeru Ban (award winning japanese architect) designs and builds graceful, serene structures using modest materials. This book is only the second book on Ban in print -- and unlike the first publication, it is the most recent and complete.

Modern House

Architecture-Page — Sun, 08 Jul 2007 06:00:00 -0400

The thirty recent houses from around the world included in this book reveal current developments in house design by notable contemporary architects, and demonstrate continuing links with the work of the early twentieth-century masters.

John Nash

Architecture-Page — Sun, 01 Jul 2007 07:00:00 -0400

This books gives a perceptive portrait of John Nash, the most imaginative and influential architect of his times.

Modern Japanese House

Architecture-Page — Sun, 01 Apr 2007 06:00:00 -0400

Modern Japanese House is an overview of recent domestic design trends in Japan and features an array of projects from architects including Kazuyo Sejima, Jun Aoki, Shigeru Ban, Hitoshi Abe and Shuhei Endo, as well as lesser known practitioners.

John Pawson Works

Architecture-Page — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 03:00:00 -0400

John Pawson is one of the foremost proponents of Minimalism in architecture and design. The incisive text, with specially commissioned pictures, explores Pawson's design process, working methods and philosophical approach, and illuminates the emotional and artistic content of his work.