Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886 1969) was one of the founding fathers of modern architecture. The creator of the Barcelona Pavilion (1929), the Farnsworth House in Plano, Illinois (1945 1951) and the Seagram Building in New York (1954 1958), Mies was one of the founders of a new architectural style. Well known for his motto "less is more," he sought a kind of refined purity in architectural expression that was not seen in the reduced vocabulary of other Bauhaus members. His goal was not simply building for those of modest income but building economically in terms of sustainability, both in a technical and aesthetical way; the use of industrial materials such as steel and glass were the foundation of this approach. Though the extreme reduction of form and material in his work garnered some criticism, over the years many have tried mostly unsuccessfully to copy his original and elegant style.

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.

Born Charles-Edouard Jeanneret, Le Corbusier (1887-1965) adopted his famous pseudonym after publishing his ideas in the review L`Esprit Nouveau in 1920. The few buildings he was able to design during the 1920s, when he also spent much of his time painting and writing, brought him to the forefront of modern architecture, though it wasn`t until after World War II that his epoch-making buildings were constructed, such as the Unit d`Habitation in Marseilles and the Church of Notre Dame du Haut in Ronchamp.

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

Born and raised in Vienna, Richard Neutra (1872-1970) came to America early in his career, settling in California. His influence on post-war architecture is undisputed, the sunny climate and rich landscape being particularly suited to his cool, sleek modern style. Neutra had a keen appreciation for the relationship between people and nature; his trademark plate glass walls and ceilings which turn into deep overhangs have the effect of connecting the indoors with the outdoors. Neutra's ability to incorporate technology, aesthetics, science, and nature into his designs him recognition as one of Modernist architecture`s greatest talents.

This book guides you systematically through the whole processof designing and building your own house. It offers practicalassistance from the moment you begin thinking about the kind ofhouse you want. It helps you focus your ideas and translate theminto working plans. It shows you how to estimate costs. Then, stepby step, it shows you how to construct the house -- explaining andillustrating every step systematically so that you can proceedconfidently from beginning to end. Here are complete, clear instructions on everything you need toknow, including: -- How to decide what you want the house to be like -- inside andoutside, and in relation to the environment and neighborhood -- How to translate your ideas and decisions into workingdrawings -- How to deal with all the components of a house: structural(roof, floor, walls, columns, foundations), mechanical (plumbingand heating), electrical, interior and exterior finishingmaterials -- How to establish the exact dimensions of e

The unique and notable work being done by contemporary architects is generously presented in this illustrated volume. Their designs can be understood as homes intended to be interpretations of life and the environment. Each of the forty examples included in Houses is represented by a wide array of perspectives and details of the houses, apartments and lofts these sophiticated architects have developed.

The design of coffee shops is increasingly on the move. Wherecafs have traditionally been viewed as places principally to enjoya coffee, they have evolved to show a broad range ofmultifunctional purposes and amenities: They can, for instance,exist as cozy lunch-time meeting spots before abruptly transforminginto vibrant late-night bars after sundown. Caf! Best of CoffeeShop Design shows the wide scope of different caf concepts,including coffee bars as integral parts of cutting-edgemultipurpose buildings, flagship stores and traditional shops witha contemporary twist. The 40 projects featured comprise anextensive variety of designs and styles, ranging from minimalist,strict and reduced, to opulent and extravagant.

This book is a mouthwatering tour of 20 of Italys mostbeautiful and finely appointed country villas and palazzos,captured by the lens of renowned architecture photographer MassimoListri. Italy attracts visitors from all over the world thanks toits sun-drenched landscape, rich history, enticing traditions andwelcoming lifestyles. Listri's stunning photographs vary betweensweeping panoramas of the houses in their glorious settings toclose-ups of specific rooms, furniture and design details. Thesehouses provide glorious fodder for dreaming as well as a concretesource of inspiration for creating one's own personal style.

The second installment of Angelika Taschen's round-up of the world's most exceptional hotels and retreats is packed with awe-inspiring photos and tantalizing de*ions of the world's greatest getaways. While few will visit them all, this collection provides a dizzying array of exotic destinations for the armchair traveller. Highlights include a California inn where Liberace would have felt right at home, and shabby-chic bungalows on Highway 1 in Big Sur. Choose from luxurious residences nestled on the Ubud hillside overlooking the Ayung River in Bali, or oceanside bungalows on a Brazilian archipelago. Go camping in "royal style" in the Indian desert, or opt for a luxury tented camp on an island in the best game-viewing location in Botswana. Relax in a hand-woven banda on Zanzibar, a hotel-museum full of contemporary art on the Sicilian coast, or a sumptuous Proven al spa retreat in the south of France.

Demonstrates how architects have incorporated green features to create memorable residences.

The companion volume to the twelve-hour PBS series from theacclaimed filmmaker behind The Civil War, Baseball, and TheWar America’s national parks spring from an idea as radical as theDeclaration of Independence: that the nation’s most magnificent andsacred places should be preserved, not for royalty or the rich, butfor everyone. In this evocative and lavishly illustrated narrative,Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan delve into the history of the parkidea, from the first sighting by white men in 1851 of the valleythat would become Yosemite and the creation of the world’s firstnational park at Yellowstone in 1872, through the most recentadditions to a system that now encompasses nearly four hundredsites and 84 million acres. The authors recount the adventures, mythmaking, and intensepolitical battles behind the evolution of the park system, and theenduring ideals that fostered its growth. They capture theimportance and splendors of the individual parks: from Haleakala inHawaii to Acadia in Maine, from Denali

From the Ferris wheel to the integrated circuit, feats ofengineering have changed our environment in countless ways, big andsmall. In Remaking the World: Adventures in Engineering, DukeUniversity's Henry Petroski focuses on the big: Malaysia's1,482-foot Petronas Towers as well as the Panama Canal, a cutthrough the continental divide that required the excavation of 311million cubic yards of earth. Remaking the World tells the stories behind the man-made wondersof the world, from squabbles over the naming of the Hoover Dam tothe effects the Titanic disaster had on the engineering communityof 1912. Here, too, are the stories of the personalities behind the wonders, from the jaunty IsambardKingdom Brunel, designer of nineteenth-century transatlanticsteamships, to Charles Steinmetz, oddball genius of the GeneralElectric Company, whose office of preference was a batteredtwelve-foot canoe. Spirited and absorbing, Remaking the World is acelebration of the creative instinct and of the men and women

This volume features different styles of kitchens and baths, up-to-date materials, colors, and the most recent technology-in short: a broad variety of inspiring ideas.

Argentina considers itself the most European of South American countries, and with good reason. The Argentineans are highly cultivated people with a strong connection to the old world; their achievements in design, filmmaking, literature, music, and art place them firmly in today s global culture spotlight. When it comes to decorating, they have a great talent for bringing together the old and the new, with subtle touches of color and rich textiles, and incorporating the country s beautiful landscapes in their architectural palette. Editor Angelika Taschen invites readers to pore over this selection of houses, apartments, ranches, polo grounds, and more, including an opulent century-old opera house where Maria Callas sang as well as the homes of Francis Mallmann, the country s most famous chef, Xul Solar, painter and close friend of the great Argentinean writer Jorge Luis Borges, and Juan Gatti, graphic designer for Pedro Almod var.

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.

Get the comprehensive guide to the sustainable design ofschools. The elementary and secondary school buildings and campuses builttoday are the schools of the future. Sustainable SchoolArchitecture is a guide to the planning, architecture, and designof schools that are healthy, stimulating, and will conserve energyand resources. Written with the needs of architects, constructionprofessionals, educators, and school administration in mind, thebook provides a road map for sustainable planning, design,construction, and operations. By its very nature, a school is often the centerpiece of itscommunity and, therefore, well positioned to take the lead ininfluencing environmental awareness. Building on this point,Sustainable School Architecture shows how eco-friendly practicesfor school construction can create an environment that youngstudents will emulate and carry into the world. Written by expertson sustainable school design, this book: Focuses on the links between best sustainable practices and thespecific need

You will be captivated by an impressive compilation of photographs in a wide range of very diverse hotels, giving you a glimpse of the quality time you could expect when staying in these interiors, created with great vigour and imagination.

In the era of e-books and online shops, when the classic book trade has come under increasing pressure, the success of a bookshop is by no means a foregone conclusion. Booksellers confront these new challenges with very different economic strategies and conceptual measures. Spatial concepts, furnishings and design are indispensable ingredients of a successful sales strategy for newer as well as more tradition-steeped bookstores. People like to linger and buy where they feel comfortable. This volume is dedicated to the most beautiful bookstores in the world. The old and the new, classical and innovative, giant stores and paradises in miniature for bibliophiles: What they all have in common is that they create a desire for books and prove that the bookshop as institution will always fulfil a need and without a doubt enjoys a future.

The Rustic Home explores the mythical and romantic Westthrough the architecture and artistry of its residents. It revealshow the romance, lore, passion, and history of rugged old cabins,settler shelters, and mountain shacks have influenced and shapedmodern Western architecture.