- Santiago Calatrava “Sculptectures”
Constantin Chariot
The Spanish architect's buildings are distinguished for their spectacular forms and organic structures. But Calatrava is also an artist. His sculptures are his laboratory. The book shows his plastic art and intermediate stages of his work which make it easier to appreciate the development of his architecture.
64 pages
€ 20.00
Editions Fonds Mercator
French/English & Dutch/English
ISBN : 978 90 6153 950 6 & ISBN : 978 90 6153 949 0
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- Houses of Steel - Living Steel's International Architecture Competitions
Presentation of 48 lasting residential projects designed in steel and selected among the nominations of the three cycles of the Living Steel competition. All the projects are presented with text, 3D drawings and plans showing their ingenuity, originality and durability. An excellent source of inspiration.
176 pages
$ 50,00
Editions Images Publishing
English
ISBN 978 1 86470 366 5
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- Typology+
Ebner, P., Herrmann, E., Höllbacher, R., Kuntscher, M., Wietzorrek, U.
This work analyses a hundred residences on an international level using diagrams to make a large and varied range of residences. Each project is photographed and presented with its plan, layout, sections and elevations to attract the reader with its spatial and functional qualities.
432 pages
€ 69.90
Editions Birkhäuser
English
ISBN 978-3-0346-0087-3
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- C(h)améléon
Des matériaux qui changent / A change in materials
Like a chameleon changing its colours, new technical materials can react under pressure and manipulation under the influence of temperature, electricity or light. This work has a selection of 70 materials where the chameleon effect has been used to make them intelligent and communicative.
170 pages
€ 45.00
Editions Institut Technologique FCBA
French / English
ISBN : 978-2-85684-074-0
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- Construire. Atlas des matériaux de construction
Hegger & Auch Schwelk & Fuchs & Rosenkra
Richly illustrated with over a thousand drawings and photographs, complete with 25 international examples, this atlas offers a mine of information and all the answers to the designers' questions: the meaning of the choice of materials, influence on use, intrinsic qualities and durability, consequences for their use, essential standards, etc.
280 pages
€ 80.55
Editions Presses polytechniques et universitaires romandes
French
ISBN : 978-2-88074-753-4
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- Seating Together
Arquitectura de auditorios en el siglo XXI / Architecture of auditoriums in the 21st Century
Juli Capella
Starting with a historical overview and ending with a personal account of five renowned architects, the book develops in detail the architectural techniques of 29 auditoriums created throughout the world in the last decade. The projects are chosen for their quality and creativity, and are of different scales and designed for different uses.
216 pages
€ 31.00
Editions Figueras
Spanish / English
ISBN : 978-84-613-5910-3
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- Habiter écologique. Quelles architectures pour une ville durable?
Collectif Actes Sud
Faced with social, climatic and energetic emergencies, green architecture is emerging under extremely complex situations. The quality and diversity of the achievements presented in this book however share a common denominator: The defence of an intelligent use of and equal distribution of resources.
414 pages
€ 45.00
Actes Sud
French
ISBN : 978-2-7427-8321-2
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- Architecture Now! Museums
Philip Jodidio
This work regroups more than 50 projects by all those who have extended the limits in the contemporary design of museums, from Zaha Hadid to Herzog & de Meuron. However, the current tendency in new museums transcends the amazing achievements of Renzo Piano or Tadao Ando. Several less renowned architects have equally designed remarkable works showcasing works of art respectful of present day criteria.
416 pages
€ 29.99
Taschen
English/ French/ German
ISBN : 978-3-8365-1224-4
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- Ocasiones
Josep Lluís Mateo
The Spanish architect, one of the most influential today, has retraced his recent projects, influences, references through conversations, reflections and elaborate graph illustration. In a nutshell, it looked like he was sharing his work philosophy. The facts were interpreted based on an analysis of his personal work, the problematic of contemporary architecture and interaction with the outside world.
220 pages
€ 28.00
Actar
English ISBN : 978-84-96954-97-7
Spanish ISBN : 978-84-96954-96-0
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- Petit manuel de la conception durable
Françoise-Hélène Jourda
Today, it is possible to build buildings with a very low impact on the planet. One only has to be motivated enough to execute them using a different approach to building. This manual on sustainable development for designers aims to answer a series of questions using illustrations and explanations which permit an understanding of eco-design.
96 pages
€ 39.95
Editions Archibooks
French
ISBN 978-2-35733-075-7
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- Hi-Tec Architecture
The work presents the exceptional innovations which have left an indelible mark on international contemporary architecture. Over 40 spectacular projects illustrate the technological possibilities and materials being used increasingly in a revolutionary way, from Wembley Stadium (Foster & Partners) to the Mercedes Benz Museum in Stuttgart (UN Studio).
384 pages
€ 28.00
Daab Publishing
English/ French/ German/ Italian/ Spanish
ISBN 978-3-86654-020-0
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- Green living
Àlex Sánchez Vidiella
Replete with illustrations, the book covers projects which mark a change in the way individual houses are designed using methods that save energy, water and resources. Far from being construed as constraints, environmental concerns and energy efficiency demands are at the origin of daring aesthetic, functional and technical innovations. 619 pages
€ 39.90
Booqs Tectum Publishers
English/ French/ Dutch/ German
ISBN 978-8492463-99-2
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- Eduardo Souto de Moura Architect
Francesc Zamora Mola
Going through his dwellings, public buildings, urban plans, some not even constructed, the book gives a portrait of the Portuguese architect made famous with his subtle and refined works, and the clever use of traditional materials. The development of his work revealed a personality which was able to distinguish itself from the repetitions of previous styles.
400 pages
€ 39.95
Editions Loft Publications
English
ISBN 978-8492463-99-2
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- Concept-store
Olivier Gerval, Emilie Kremer & Jean-Claude Printz
Between flagship store and ephemeral shop, commercialisation in full (r) evolution imagines new architectural languages to waken consumers’ desires. Dedicated to design and the architecture of sales spaces in the world, this technical book is illustrated with 700 photos, plans, plates and sketches.
282 pages
€ 28.00
Editions Eyrolles
French
ISBN 978-2-212-12428-6
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- Smart Surfaces – and their Application in Architecture and Design
Klooster, Thorsten
Luminous painted papers, curtains generating electricity or self wiping windows: more than ever technical innovations are revolutionising the use of materials in architecture and interior design. The work emphasises the concrete possibilities of different materials and their applications, fundamental principles and advantages.
184 pages
€ 39.90
Editions Birkhauser
English
ISBN: 978-3-7643-8812-6
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Heart-Made. A Cutting-edge of Chinese Contemporary Architecture.
Fang Zhenning, Christophe Pourtois, Marcelle Rabinowicz
Richly illustrated, this work presents the changes and different architectural trends which have emerged during the last ten years through a large range of remarkable recent projects. This book mainly covers the young generation of Chinese architects who are shaping a society in full change.
216 pages
€ 44.95
Editions Fonds Mercator – Editions CIVA -Europalia
English
ISBN 978 9061538943
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Centres Culturels. Architectures 1990 – 2011
Cecilia Bione
The greatest architects of our times like to confront the new architectural theme which is the cultural centre, a reception point to the various functions defending creation under all its forms. The book gives a visual and commented repertoire of the most important achievements throughout the world (plans, photographs and detailed technical sheet).
282 pages
€ 69.00
Editions Actes sud / Collection Architecture
French
ISBN 978 2742784493
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Barrierefreie Architektur. Handbuch und Planungshilfe
Joachim Fischer & Philipp Meuser
Architecture without obstacles makes it possible for old or handicapped people to have an independent life, encourages mobility, integration and cohabitation of all people. Complete with texts, photos, plans and schemes, the fifty projects presented offer contemporary life spaces which contribute to the creation of an attractive aesthetic.
304 pages
€ 78.00
Editions DOM Publishers
German
ISBN 978 3938666463
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Alexandre Chemetoff - Visites
Alexandre Chemetoff, Dominique Alba, Jean-Louis Cohen, Christophe Girot, Alain Léveillé, Sébastien Marot, Michel Velly
Reflection of an original initiative, this work is not a report of an architect’s activity, but proposes exchanges with different people (historian, philosopher, geographer, etc.) during visits to completed projects or projects in progress. It is a way to review old projects with hindsight or reflect on a future project, link them and assimilate them in a line of common research.
440 pages
€ 44.00
Editions Archibooks
French / English (2 versions)
ISBN 978-2-35733-054-2
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- Timber in Contemporary Architecture: a Designer’s Guide
Peter Ross, Giles Downes, Andrew Lawrence
Progress and transparency in ecologically responsible provision mean that wood is chosen as a low environmental impact choice.Written by experts in wooden architecture and engineering, the work looks at its application and celebrates innovation. The illustrative examples (residential buildings, schools, commercial or sports centres), some of them revolutionary, have been chosen for their qualities as source of inspiration.
192 pages
€ 49.40
Editions Trada Technology Ltd
English
ISBN 978-1900510660
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- Art & Build – A holistic approach to architecture
Pierre Loze
With writer Pierre Loze and through the voice of his 15 partners, the book celebrates 20 years of the Belgian agency Art & Build (Brussels, Paris, Luxembourg, Toulouse) and retraces the concerns for a contemporary and lasting architecture. The work is lavishly illustrated with photographs and drawings, it emphasises its working and complementarities which have helped it develop large construction sites throughout Europe.
360 pages
80.00 €
Editions Images Publishing Group
English
ISBN 978-1864702965
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- Fumihiko Maki
Fumihiko Maki, Kenneth Frampton, Mark Mulligan, David Stewart
This work covers one of the most influential architects of the end of the twentieth century and offers a large range of his projects over a period of 50 years, illustrated by photographs, drawings, models, diagrams and computer renderings. This selection of over 40 projects of the Kyoto National Art Museum at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology includes a description of each project and thoughts on its role in architectural development.
320 pages
75.00 €
Editions Phaidon
English
ISBN 9780714849560
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- Le grand livre de l'isolation
Thierry Gallauziaux, David Fedullo
A veritable encyclopaedia of insulation, it presents a complete panorama on the subject: classic, natural or ecological insulation and all the practical solutions to achieve energy efficiency and acoustic comfort. Many illustrations and details about implementation can provide a large amount of professional technique.
672 pages
49.00 €
Editions Eyrolles
French
ISBN 978-2-212-12404-0
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- Living for the Elderly
Eckard Feddersen, Insa Lüdtke
Architects and constructors can develop these types of accommodation and intelligent concepts for the elderly and frail. This work has come from a series of design guides provided with detailed information on design, energy management and durability. Forty or so projects give exemplary solutions of buildings for elderly and frail people.
248 pages
89.90 €
Editions Birkhauser
English
ISBN 9783764388713
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- Hadid, Complete Works 1979–2009
Philip Jodidio
Born in Baghdad and living in London, Zaha Hadid is an often controversial architect who has designed a number of futuristic buildings over the past ten years. She now ranks among the world elite architects. Covering her complete works to date, particularly her recent works in Dubai and Guangzhou, this oversize book provides a comprehensive look at the progression of her career in architecture and design, with the help of spectacular photographs and artwork.
600 pages
100.00 €
Editions Tashen
multilingual (English/French/German)
ISBN 978-3-8365-0294-8
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- Le Grand Pari(s)
Michèle Leloup, Marion Bertone, Christophe Barbier
The work includes insights from ten architects who show their vision of “Grand Paris” as part of an historic set of interviews aimed at imagining the face of Paris in the decades to come. The architects tackling this subject are the prizewinning Roland Castro, Djamel Klouche, Yves Lion, Jean Nouvel, Christian De Portzamparc and Antoine Grumbach, Finn Geipel, MVRDV, Bernardo Secchi and Richard Rogers. The book also aims to present an in-depth, heavily illustrated presentation of the diverse opinions given and the special features of each project.
240 pages
21.50 €
Editions Archibooks
French
ISBN 978-2-35733-055-9
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- Brazil Contemporary
Paul Meurs, Frits Gierstberg, Jaap Guldemond & Bregje van Woensel, Ineke Holtwijk, Luciano Figueredo
Richly illustrated, this publication – published to coincide with exhibitions currently on show in Rotterdam – provides a study of contemporary architecture, visual culture and the art of Brazil. It shows, for example, the urban development overpowering the great metropolis of São Paulo, and shows a particularly fascinating glimpse of Rio de Janeiro.
320 pages
35.00 €
Editions NAI
English/Dutch
ISBN 978-90-5662-677-8
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- Ideal interior designs for optimal acoustics
A handbook for the acoustic design of interior spaces
Eckard Mommertz
Good acoustic installations contribute to daily well being. Intended for architects this manual offers a practical understanding of acoustic technology to contribute to the success of a project. On the menu: building acoustics, design procedures, protection against noise in an urban area and examples of complete projects.
112 pages
34.50 €
Editions Detail
English
ISBN 978-3-920034-23-2
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- Infill - New houses for urban sites
Annabel Biles & Adam Mornement
The availability of land is more and more precious in the centre of large cities. For architects, the challenge is to optimise these very small, inaccessible or difficult urban sites. This is why the authors of the book show the spirit of invention of the designers who use these difficult sites: corner land parcels, partially submerged, on a sharp incline, etc.
240 pages
29.03 €
Editions Laurence King
English
ISBN 9781856695589
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- Vegetal City
Luc Schuiten & Anne-Catherine Labrique
Reflection on the future of our cities, this book by a visionary Brussels architect is showing a new relationship between man and his natural environment. The original proposals presented, and the visions of a positive future are given through representations inspired by multiple ecosystems. Luc Schuiten proposes to give body to a creative utopia based on an architecture which mainly uses living organisms as construction material.
144 pages
29.00 €
Editions Mardaga
French
ISBN 9782804700126
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- Spacecraft 2
More Fleeting Architecture and Hideouts
R. Klanten, L. Feireiss
This is a large selection of international projects of architects, artists and designers, many ephemeral structures, pavilions, installations, mobile or holiday homes which adapt to their natural or urban environment. These achievements redefine our vision of architecture and monitor changes of modern life and fashion.
280 pages
49.90 €
Editions Gestalten
English
ISBN 978-3-89955-233-1
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- 100 logements collectifs du XX siècle
Hilary French
This work will be found to include emblematic accommodation projects designed by the most well known architects. Each building is replaced in its historic context, described in its technical and conceptual characteristics and illustrated with photographs and drawings - plans of apartments, floors, sections and elevations. PC MAC CD included.
240 pages
45.00 €
Editions Le Moniteur
French
ISBN 978- 2281194241
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- L.A. Modern
Tim Street-Porter (photographies) & Nicolai Ouroussoff (introduction)
Los Angeles is the birth place of American modernism and has been the epicentre of a new way of living for a century which is embodied in its architecture. With the innovative houses of Frank Lloyd Wright, Greene & Greene and Rudolph Schindler, this town constantly in evolution has become a melting pot of modern life, from the Neutra houses to the iconic buildings of Frank Gehry, Craig Ellwood, Pieree Koenig, John Lautner, Charles and Ray Eames, Oscar Niemeyer, and others.
75.00 €
Editions Rizzoli
English
ISBN 978-0-8478-3067-1
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- Contemporary ecological architecture
Jean-Marie Beaupuy
From a large museum in California to a Mexican chapel, a residential building in Ticino to a concert hall in Limoges, the projects presented arise from an environmental approach in their design, construction and use. Proving that today, ecological architecture is no longer limited to residential buildings, this book which contains numerous plans is available in a choice of signed copies, Coop Himmelb(l)au, UNStudio, Bernard Tschumi, among others.
388 pages
39.95 €
Editions Daab
English / German / Spanish / French / Italian
ISBN 978-3-86654-060-6
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- Hitoshi Abe
Naomi Pollock
This first complete monograph on the work of Hitoshi Abe (1962) published in English unveils the work of one of the most interesting Japanese architects. His designs are internationally renowned for their structural innovation and spatial complexity: Miyagi Stadium (2000), Reihoku Community Hall (2002) and the Kanno museum, Shiogama (2006). Each project is richly illustrated with internal and external photographs, diagrams and drawings.
208 pages
69.95 €
Editions Phaidon
English
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- Limited Edition
Prototypes, One-Offs and Design Art Furniture
Sophie Lovell
Through prototypes and limited edition objects, the work is a new phenomenon in current property design. A large choice of products reflects the best of this new sector: they are signed by Gaetano Pesce, Marc Newson, Maarten Baas, Tom Dixon, Studio Job, Zaha Hadid or Johanna Grawunder.
255 pages
49.90 €
Editions Birkhaüser
English
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- Bâtir des villes durables
Jean-Marie Beaupuy
The work deals with the input and the challenges of local governance to promote sustainable urban development, and the solutions that have been found with regard to good practice and European financing for 2007-2013. It provides us with numerous examples on seven essential topics:: demography, mobility, housing, environmental urban distribution, strength of competition and innovation, and social integration.
240 pages
23.00 €
Editions Yves Michel
French
ISBN 9782913492622
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- Holz Brandschutz Handbuch
Claus Scheer & Mandy Peter
Completely revised and reorganised, this edition, which deals with fire protection for wooden constructions, is the best and most specialised work in its field. The book explains current requirements regarding building permits and national and European regulations as well as technical requirements and procedures for planning and implementation.
614 pages
129.00 €
Editions Ernst,Wilhelm & Sohn, Verlag fur Architektur und Technische Wissenschaften
German
ISBN 978 3433029022
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- Dutch Architects 9
Lesley Moore
The ninth edition of this book offers you the most comprehensive view of Dutch architecture today, describing recent projects by almost 100 architects, interior designers, urban development experts and landscape architects.
264 pages
66.00 €
Editions Bis Publishers
Dutch / English
ISBN 9789063691967
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