Principles of Modern Architecture is not a history of modern archi- tecture. Its aim is theoretical and it represents an attempt to explain the basic tenets of the new architecture that came into being around the turn of the century. The many misunderstandings currently in cir-culation make such an attempt a timely one. Modern Architecture represents an answer to the spatiality of theopen world. "Pre-modern" currents, such as art nouveau and thenew building technology paved the way for Le Corbusier's concept of the "free plan" in 1926, later supplemented by Mies van der Rohe's idea of "clear construction."Modern architecture became a "movement" with the institution of the ClAM (Congres Internationaux d'Architecture Moderne) in 1928 and has remained the only true expression of the open world of plu- ralism and global interaction.In this volume Christian Norberg-Schulz investigates the basic prin- ciples of modern architecture including the "free plan" and the "open form," as well as the manifestations of m

In late seventeenth- and early eighteenth-century Rome, a rhetorical war raged among intellectuals in the attack and defense of language, literature, and the visual arts. This book examines the cultural upheaval that accompanied attacks on the baroque predilection for ornament, extended visual metaphors, grandiloquence, and mystical rapture. Rome's Academy of the Arcadians emerged as a potent social and cultural force in the final decade of the seventeenth century and throughout the eighteenth century provided a setting for arguments on artistic taste and reforms in literature and religion. This book describes the waning days of the baroque and ends with an analysis of the Parrhasian Grove. 作者简介： Vernon Hyde Minor is professor in the departments of art and art history, and comparative literature and the humanities, at the University of Colorado, Boulder. A Fellow of the American Academy in Rome and member of the Association of Members of the Institute for Advanced Study, he is the autho

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The role that religion has played in the development of artand architecture is unquestionable. The religious factor is as oldas humanity itself and throughout history constructions have beenerected with the aim of extolling the gods. Everyone has heard ofexamples such as the Egyptian or Aztec pyramids, the Christiancathedrals or mosques like the famous Blue Mosque. These are allexamples of sacred buildings which also represent an undeniableartistic and architectural value. The construction of religiousbuildings seems to have been forgotten by the masses and replacedby other more modern and popular architectural typologies, such aspublic or corporate architecture. These pages show recent projectsthat will bring us closer to contemporary religiousarchitecture.

Today it is no longer a matter of taste as to how and whichcoffee we drink, as it is even more important where we enjoy it. Amultitude of new cafés, coffee shops and coffee houses around theworld honor a centuries old tradition, setting thereby new designtrends. The task is to create communicative and inspiring locationsand spaces, which at the same time measure up to the functionaldemands. The design solutions are as varied as the concepts, thetransitions to lounge, club or restaurant are flowing. After aninformative introduction, Coffee Time presents current projectsthat show the exciting conceptual and stylistic breadth of cafédesigns today.

In this book we aim tO make our readers bet．ter acquaintedwith sustainable architecture．All kinds of options arepresented，since green architecture is not only a question of havinga house built without CO：emissions or one that is completelyself-sufficient with respect tO elec．tricity or waterconsumption．Architecture is considered tO be green when it takesaccount of a number of different factors during the process ofconstructing a house and the impact a build．ing will havethroughout its life cycle：from the moment it is designed，erectedand used un—til it is pulled down at the end of the process．Theprojects shown in this book demonstrate a large range ofsustainable and environmentally friendly resources：from recoveringtraditional architectura]solutions such as cross ventila．tion orthe use of natural light tO new systems of insulation andself-sufficient energy supplies．These ideas and proposals will giveour readers a general idea of a type of architecture that is realand in a con

New Minimalist Houses is a mixture of pureness of space, light and form, combined with functionality and flexibility. This book presents an all new selection of houses around the world that combine the clearness, simplicity and spirituality of minimalism, along with practical solutions that offer an enjoyable place to live in. Special attention is given to the treatment of materials, finishes and furniture will guide and inspire the reader. 作者简介： Anja Liorella studied communication design at the University of Art Berlin. After working as a freelance photographer, she obtained a Masters Degree in Publishing. She currently works as a writer and editor for Loft Publications.

Perched on the spectacular southwest coast of Balisits Ernesto Bedmars long-awaited first project on the island thathas so inspired his successful career, the exquisitely designed,award-winning villa, The Jiva Puri. Although highly contemporary inexpression, the villas design is intrinsically linked to the builthistory of the island and shows a deep understanding of traditionalBalinese architectural concepts and their relationship to thelandscape. With a foreword by Darlene Smyth that puts The Jiva Puriinto context, sumptuous photography by Albert Lim that takes thereader on a detailed tour of every pavilion, and comprehensiveplans, elevations and details, this monograph gives a fully roundedview of a villa complex that has set new standards of subtlearchitectural brilliance on the island.

Today the convergence of design, engineering and architectural technologies are breeding a new material practice in experimental architecture. In this pioneering publication, this important shift is fully defined as a highly dynamic synthesis of emerging principles of spatial, structural and material ordering integrated through the application of materialisation and fabrication technologies. Providing the foundations for a new theory of structuring in architecture, The New Structuralism has broad implications for the way we both conceive and undertake architectural design, as its impact starts to emanate not only across education internationally, but also through architectural research and practice.

Since 1932, the ten editions of Architectural Graphic Standards have been referred to as the "architect's bible." From site excavation to structures to roofs, this book is the first place to look when an architect is confronted with a question about building design. With more than 8,000 architectural illustrations, including both reference drawings and constructible architectural details, this book provides an easily accessible graphic reference for highly visual professionals. To celebrate seventy-five years as the cornerstone of an industry, this commemorative Eleventh Edition is the most thorough and significant revision of Architectural Graphic Standards in a generation. Substantially revised to be even more relevant to today's design professionals, it features: An entirely new, innovative look and design created by Bruce Mau Design that includes a modern page layout, bold second color, and new typeface Better organized-- a completely new organization structure applies the UniFormat(r) c

Clean lines, functionality and sophisticated form have characterized Scandinavian design for decades. This school is known for its innovation, sometimes with a touch of whimsy where you least expect it. Designs are often closely related to nature. Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden are all known for their practical yet aesthetic creations. Nevertheless, despite sharing common cultural roots, each of these Scandinavian countries has its own unique identity. Explore 400 pages of full-color photographs illustrating the latest in Scandinavian architecture and product design. ? A great overview of the best in new Scandinavian design ? This extensively illustrated guide provides a source of inspiration for designers and a documentary record of this design movement.

Authored by the American Institute of Architects Design for Aging Center, Design for Aging Post Occupancy Evaluations features well-researched post-occupancy evaluations for approximately forty senior living facilities previously featured in the AIA Design for Aging Review. Post-occupancy evaluations help determine if the facilities are truly providing an environment for the aging that enhances quality of life, minimizes their physiological ailments, and provide a caregiver s working environment that allows for efficiency and efficacy. Each project in the book is evaluated based upon its overall design and care program, the relationship between the general environment and the general care program, obstacles and resolutions within the building program and/or the jurisdictional code requirements, and other salient factors.

teNeues Publishing is delighted to have been awarded the prestigious PRIX VILLEGIATURE 2007 for its book Luxury Hotels - Top of the World. This much sought-after Award is the European tourism industry's ultimate distinction for Hotel books. The prize was awarded to teNeues in the course of a formal ceremony in Paris on 22.10.2007. What makes a luxury hotel "top of the world?" The answers might include exquisite linens, museum-quality furniture, stunning surroundings, and of course, impeccable standards and exacting attention to detail. This selection of the world's very best lodgings profiles the ultimate in accommodations across the globe. This generously proportioned addition to teNeues' Luxury Hotels series contains an extensive selection of delectable hotel interiors, exteriors and surroundings. Perhaps only a select few will ever get to stay here, but now many more can dream of doing so. This special double edition is over 400 pages in length.

El mundo hotelero espanol no habia vivido hasta la fecha tiempos tan estimu|antes, Diseno modemo y hospitalidad exquisia se funden para crear una obra da arte co, junta rebosante de estilo. Tanto de si este de viaje de placer o de negocios, como quiere disfrutar de la oferta cultural, ir de compras o simple mente descansar y relajarse. Con nas de 250 magnfficas instantaneas a todo color, Cool Hotels Spain presenta 39 hoteles de pdmernsirna linea que satisfacen hasta el mas minimo de los deseos en cuanto a equipamiento y servicio. Incluye toda la informaci6n necesada y un practico piano. Spain's current hotel scene is more exciting than ever be fore--modem designs and exquisite hospitality fuse into stylish totai works of art. No matter whether you are on a private or business trip, want to enjoy culture and shopping opportunities, or would just like to relax, Cool Hotels Spain presents 39 outstanding hotels that are attracting attention on more than 250 brilliant photographs. They fuffill every wish w

rban Design Since 1945: A Global Perspective reviews theemergence of urban design as a global phenomenon. The book openswith the urgent need to rebuild cities and re-house the millions ofrefugees living in camps and shantytowns at the end of the SecondWorld War. Against this background, the book traces the collapse ofthe modernist, comprehensive state-planning schemes on both sidesof the Iron Curtain as global corporations emerged, concentratingon networks and enclaves. It describes how Latin America and thenAsia began a rapid urbanisation process, shifting the global urbancentre away from Europe and overturning existing urban designmodels. This resulted in global megacities of an unprecedentedscale, often with large associated shantytowns. By outlining the dominant models in urban design over the lastsixty years - the metropolis, the megalopolis, the fragmentedmetropolis and the global megacity - the book provides an essentialframework for students of the subject. Featured case studies include

If ever there was an opportunity to enrich British infrastructure in the new spirit of architecture, the millennium has delivered it. The coincidence of the new century and the availability of vast resources from the profits of the National Lottery has led to a transformation of architecture in Britain unthought of just a few years ago. Not only the largest covered structure in the world - the Millennium Dome, on which views are divided - but fourteen landmark projects including museums, bridges, state-of-the-art visitor attractions, and botanic gardens; plus nearly two hundred smaller projects on the themes of revitalising cities, encouraging environmental sustainability, supporting the community, and investing in education. The selection presented here, made on the advice of our editorial board and consultants includes more than twenty projects from both major architects and innovative and younger practices now given unexpected opportunities, together with an exhaustive listing of all of them.

The quintessential Japanese architect of today, Kengo Kuma hasforged a modern design language that artfully combines thecountries traditional building crafts with sophisticatedtechnologies and materials. Associating a deep understanding andrespect for native construction techniques with a more globalizedoutlook than many of his compatriots, Kengo Kumas work represents asignificant generational shift in a country rich with contemporaryarchitecture. From his iconic Glass House (1995) to the Nezu Museumin Tokyo, this is the complete record of Kengo Kumas built work,comprising twentyfour projects to date. Architecture historianKenneth Frampton frames Kumas work in the context of post-warJapans flourishing architecture scene and influential figures andoffers a perspective on the international acclaim of Kumas ideasand buildings. Projects are organized by the material themes thathave come to define the architects output: Water and Foliage; Wood;Bamboo and Grass; and Stone and Ceramics. Kuma develops a person

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Winner of ForeWord Magazine's Architecture "Book of the Year" Award! Exquisite examples of traditional dwellings are scattered throughout modern-day China. Chinese Houses focuses on 20 well-preserved traditional homes, presenting examples from a range of rural and metropolitan areas throughout China. The photographs of each are accompanied by extensive background information and historical content. An introductory essay examines the different types of Chinese homes and provides an overview of the rich regional variety of Chinese dwelling forms. It also provides insights into little-known design concepts that emphasize the flexibility, adaptability, and versatility of traditional building forms and the work of traditional craftsmen. Richly illustrated with photographs, woodblock prints, historic images, and line drawings, Chinese Houses portrays an architectural tradition of amazing range and resilience.

In this sumptuous book, Alberto Pinto excels at creating aperfect harmony of volume and space by bringing fresh inspirationto established design principles. He assembles an unprecedentedrange of styles by merging his client’s tastes with his own flairfor creativity. With an unobstructed view of a white sandy beach and shimmeringturquoise water, a sprawling apartment in the exclusive Ipanemaenclave of Rio de Janeiro is decorated in subdued earth tones,punctuated by animal prints and vibrant works of modern art. Theinterior of a classical orientalist residence in Kuwait revealselaborate marble tile and wood details, while more modern spacesare furnished predominantly in black and white with judiciouslyplaced accents in red. The details in a Monaco apartment subtlyremind us that the home is perched above the Mediterranean Sea,while an ornate white-and-blue residence in New York is distinctlyEuropean in its rich use of antique furniture, ceramics, and ornatemoldings. Other striking and sublime spaces include