Persian art and architecture have a rich heritage thatstretches far beyond the borders of modern-day Iran, from theAbbasid monuments of Baghdad to the splendid Timurid buildings ofSamarqand and Bukhara. This book follows a historical path acrossthe Iranian world and examines the artistic legacies of greatrulers and their dynasties, from the rebirth of Persian art underthe Seljuqs to the magnificent structures built by Timur-i Lang inSamarqand and the cultural flowering that occurred under theSafavid dynasty and beyond. Palaces, mosques, madrasas andmausoleums display a mesmerizing decorative complexity, with formand ornament combining to create an indivisible whole. Spectacularpolychrome tiles, intricate brickwork, curling arabesque motifs andcalligraphic in*ions attain a transcendent beauty, designed toreflect both the temporal power of the rulers who commissioned themand the heavenly glory of creation.
Good retail design must attract and keep customers, support abrand or stores image, showcase the product, and work as afunctional shopping environment. This book features 44 of the bestrecent examples of retail design from around the world, andexamines the details within the larger decorative schemes. Mostretail interiors have a comparatively short life, and economicrealities influence choice of materials and methods ofconstruction; while these will mainly be necessarily modest, styleor a sense of luxury are effectively achieved by the creativeconsideration of detail. Projects range from specialist boutiquesto branded high street chain stores, from fashion retailers toeateries, and include de*ive text, colour photographs, floorplans, sections and construction and decorative details. A bonusCD-ROM contains all the drawings as printed in the book, in bothEPS and DWG (generic CAD) formats.
Since 1932, the ten editions of Architectural GraphicStandards have been referred to as the "architect′s bible." Fromsite excavation to structures to roofs, this book is the firstplace to look when an architect is confronted with a question aboutbuilding design. With more than 8,000 architectural illustrations,including both reference drawings and constructible architecturaldetails, this book provides an easily accessible graphic referencefor highly visual professionals. To celebrate seventy–five years as the cornerstone of an industry,this commemorative Eleventh Edition is the most thorough andsignificant revision of Architectural Graphic Standards in ageneration. Substantially revised to be even more relevant totoday′s design professionals, it features: An entirely new, innovative look and design created by Bruce MauDesign that includes a modern page layout, bold second color, andnew typeface Better organized–– a completely new organization structure appliesthe UniFormat(r) classification syst
Practical Ideas for Home Decoration is based on interiorscreated by some of the most prestigious artists and interiordesigners from all over the world. The aim of this book is to be auseful guide to decorate your home from a very practical point ofview. Each section includes plenty of advice and tips related toinspirational and practical ideas, presented over fully illustratedpags. At the end of each chapter, the reader will find a summary ofsuggestions to put into practice successfully.
A vast array of possibilities for interior and landscape design is showcased in this new book, showing the best examples from North America. American Spaces is a direct response to the wealth of design activity across the mega-continent. In dynamic full-colour photography, this book provides a welcome look at the culturally diverse regions, and the latest trends in commercial spaces and atria, hospitality spaces and restaurants, leisure spaces and arts centres, public and special-purpose spaces. This book offers a plethora of ideas, and is a wealth of regional and international information.
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With house designs constantly evolving,it is hard to keep up with current trends.As new materials and technologies are introduced,the way we build our homes is also being reshaped. Whether you are looking for a new urban home,mountain retreat,need some guidance in the remodeling of a home,want to introduce some ecological aspects to your dwelling of desperately want a home,but have a Limited budget,you are bound to find what you are looking for in 200 TIPS FOR HOUSE DESIGN. Featuring full-color photographs,floor plans,this book features tips for building with wood,glass,stone steel,as well as plenty of ideas of sea house,mountain house,urban and country homes,homes on distinctive lands,ecological house,remodels,big ideas for small houses and limited budgets and even private residential complexes and the houses of the future,A 20-page setion at the end focuses on specific tips for kitchens,bathrooms,bedrooms,storage and many other interior decoration ideas.
Cooper, Robertson & Partners was founded in 1979 on the ambitious premise that the pursuit of excellence in both architecture and urban design could best serve its clients' needs while meeting its own professional goals. The New York-based firm provides design, programming and development advisory services for private clients, cultural and academic institutions, public agencies, entertainment companies and developers of new communities. Recent projects include the plan for Hudson Yards in Manhattan, the new Battlefield Museum and Visitor's Center at Gettysburg National Military Park, master plans for the medical centres at John Hopkins, and Columbia Presbyterian, and waterfront master plans for Detroit, Chula Vista, Miami and Memphis. This monograph examines the firm's architectural and urban design projects, clearly demonstrating why it is the first and only firn ever to receive the National American Institute of Architects Award in both architecture and urban design in the same year.
Museums are some of the great architectural hallmarks of anyplace. Since the discovery of the Bilbao Effect, triggered at theend of the last century by the Frank O. Gehry s building, newmuseums have been emerging all over the world. The volume presentsthe most varied forms of exhibition buildings of the last decadeand reveals their varied spatial and architectural concepts: fromthe white cube idea that exists chiefly to display the exhibititself, to a flamboyant freestanding structure, which enriches theimage of the city and involves the works in its dynamic spatialconfiguration. A broad diversity of museums is considered: museumsof businesses and institutes, of technology and toys, of literatureand architecture.
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
For more than twenty years, The Guild Sourcebooks have introduced art collectors and design professionals to artists who undertake commissions of all sizes. This is art on a grand scale. And in this, our twenty-second edition, we continue to celebrate pieces of original artwork designed to take center stage in our built environment. The work of over 200 of the finest artists creating for the architectural, decorative, and fine arts is showcased in this volume. The Sourcebook of Architectural & Interior Art continues to be a collaborative publication that we're delighted to share with the those who use the books, with marvelous and imaginative results. Complete contact information allows readers to reach artists directly to commission a project in sections devoted to: architectural glass; murals, tiles, and wall reliefs; representational, non-representational, and atrium sculpture; public and liturgical art; lighting; paintings, prints, and photographs; works for the wall in metal and other media; and fiber ar
As life expectancy is extended, medical procedures continually advance and competition between health care providers intensifies, hospital design becomes increasingly important. The idea that patients benefit from their surroundings has been acknowledged for some time, but it is only now that this concept has become the key to architectural solutions when building or redesigning hospitals and health care facilities. Drawing on over 60 examples from across the world, this volume illustrates the contemporary approach to hospital architecture. Today, architects and interior designers are striving to combat the typical sterile hospital atmosphere with innovative and exciting concepts, whilst still, of course, maintaining a high level of hygiene and functionality. The projects chosen range from new private clinics to extensions and conversions of large inner-city clinical centers and specialized hospitals.
Patrick Blanc, an artist with a green thumb, has created dozens of his admired botanical tapestries in public and private spaces around the world, including the Marithé & Fran ois Girbaud boutique in Manhattan; the Jean Nouvel-designed Quai Branly Museum in Paris; the aquarium in Genoa; the Siam Paragon mall in Bangkok; and the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art in Kanazawa, Japan. In this luscious, oversize, all-color book, he explains how to create plant walls using more than one thousand plants, drawing on his observation of natural milieus, his technique of growing on vertical surfaces, his savoir faire, and his passion for plants.
A tour of the best permanent public art in all five boroughs of New York City. From outdoor sculpture in public plazas and landscapes to murals and works of art in lobbies accessible to the public, this book focuses on how exemplary works of public art enrich urban public space. Sponsored by the Municipal Art Society, Public Art New York is organized by neighborhood, with maps suitable for walking tours. 250 color photographs and maps
The Pantry Its History and Modern Uses Catherine Seiberling Pond Photographs by Steve Gross and Sue Daley The Pantry ponders the history, return and rebirth of the kitchen pantry. With a nod toward the philosophy "a place for everything and everything in its place," author and historian Catherine Seiberling Pond delves into the past, present, and future possibilities of this important room, and finds ways to incorporate a pantry into any home. Topics include: Food storage solutions What to put in your pantry How to choose the right materials Design and layout of the pantry Display and decor tips How to display dishes and collections Pantries are one of the most requested features being built into today's homes.
Today’S home buyers want more than cookie—cutter designs．They want visuallY exciting，technologically smart houses．They want Unique Houses．Here are dozens of truly unique homes，packed with the latest ideas on layout，design，materials，and functionality．Each project is presented with full—color photographs，floor plans，commentary frOm the architects，construction details，and more．Just as no two home owners are alike，no two of these unique houses are alike-but alI of them are sure to inspire．
