The complete guide to planning and design for watersustainability, as well as flooding and natural disasters Architects, urban planners, and urban designers, as well aswater resources engineers and landscape architects will discoverthat Design for Flooding presents the best practices and lessons tocreate buildings and communities that are more resilient in theface of severe weather, climate change, and the prospect of risingsea level. Design for Flooding covers technical and institutionalissues—along with new design and business opportunities—builtupon: Fundamentals of climate and weather, stormwater and floodplainmanagement Best practices of flood-resistant design and adaption to sealevel rise Multidisciplinary design that integrates sound ecological andengineering principles Innovative design and construction to protect and improvewater security "Design for Flooding defines the need and opportunity forplanners, architects, landscape architects, eng

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.

This book celebrates established icons, newly discovered gemsand contemporary masterworks that represent the highest expressionof Scandinavian design and response to their environment. Fiftyprojects are featured in detail, ordered according to the way inwhich different light conditions have imparted particular qualitieson the buildings. Henry Plummer treats his subject from a uniquelyauthoritative perspective in which his words resonate directly withhis artfully taken images. Books that give a true sense of themagical light that have shaped great buildings are rare: this is apublication to savour. Nine chapters present established icons,newly discovered gems and contemporary masterworks, according tothe way in which different light conditions have impartedparticular qualities to buildings. Among the buildings featured areArne Jacobsens town hall in Arhus, Denmark, Alvar Aaltos VillaMairea in Finland, Klas Anshelms Malmo Konsthall in Sweden, andmany others. Each chapter features an introduction, which tracest

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.

"Superb. [A] first-rate narrative" (The Wall Street Journal )about the controversial construction of New York's beloved originalPenn Station and its tunnels\ As bestselling books like Ron Chernow's Titan and DavidMcCullough's The Great Bridge affirm, readers are fascinated withthe grand personalities and schemes that populated New York at theclose of the nineteenth century. Conquering Gotham re- creates theriveting struggle waged by the great Pennsylvania Railroad to buildPenn Station and the monumental system of tunnels that wouldconnect water-bound Manhattan to the rest of the continent by rail.Historian Jill Jonnes tells a ravishing tale of snarlingplutocrats, engineering feats, and backroom politicking packed withthe most colorful figures of Gilded Age New York.

To Alvar Aalto life, art, architecture, and creativity were inseparable from everyday work. When developing ideas or researching a design challenge he moved as easily in the world of natural sciences as he did in the world of art. This remarkable book celebrates the 1998 centenary of Alvar Aalto's birth. It is not the most comprehensive book on his work, but it is without question the most sumptuous and poetic. 23 projects from different decades are featured, ranging from private houses to public buildings. The text, written by Marku Lahtti, director of the Alvar Alto Museum, intelligently complements the photographic genius of Maija Holma, whose bold images capture the finest details of Aalto's structures and interiors. Works include Finland Hall, Helsinki; Art Museum, Aalborg, Denmark; Helsinki University of Technology, Helsinki; House of Culture, Helsinki; Villa Mairea, Noormarkku; and Aalto's own house in Helsinki. Alvar Aalto - A Gentler Structure for Life is a visual feast and featur

Naked Architecture Valerio Paolo Mosco An account of one of the most interesting phenomena of contemporary architecture: the return to the structure and methods with which contemporary constructions are realized. Over the last ten years architecture would seem to have rediscovered engineering. Now that the Postmodern period, in which the structure of buildings was camouflaged by coverings of every kind, has passed, architecture today seems to have undressed, almost as though wishing to show how it is made (and to render this spectacular). On the other hand, the rediscovery in recent years of plastic form has brought about a closer relationship between architects and engineers. In the wake of the phenomenon that is the work of Santiago Calatrava, figures of engineer-architects have emerged such as Cecil Balmond, Sasaki and Guy Nordenson, who have been able to give a strongly "engineering-oriented" guise to ever more complex building sites. To this we must add the rise of new issues, such as that of envi

“室内软装设计与项目管理”是高等学校环境设计专业的专业必修课程，是环境设计专业重要课程组成部分。通过本课程的学习，是学生对室内软装设计，特别是软装设计的概念、发展、意义、实施和管理有一个系统、清晰的认识，并且通过室内软装设计理论学习和项目设计实践的解析，掌握软装设计的设计要素、设计流程、招投标流程、方案设计与文本制作，以及设计理念和要素选择、产品采购制作、项目管理与布场等内容的设计原则和实施方法，为软装项目操作和实施奠定扎实的基础。 本书本着实用、系统、详实、创新的原则，力求全面体现艺术设计类教材的特点，图文并茂，案例新颖，集理念性、知识性、实践指导性、启发性与创新性于一体。本书在传统理论教材模式的基础上有所突破， 加贴近学生的阅读习惯和学习特点，以培养学生的求知和专业项目

This acclaimed survey of modern architecture and its origins has become a classic since it first appeared in 1980. For this fourth edition Kenneth Frampton has added a major new chapter that explores the effects of globalization on architecture in recent years, the rise annd rise of the celebrity architect, and the way in which practices worldwide have addressed such issues as sustainability and habitat. The bibliography has also been updated and expanded, making this volume more complete and indispensable than ever.

Following the success of the earlier titles in this series,"Detail in Contemporary Glass Architecture" provides analysis ofboth the technical and the aesthetic importance of details inmodern glass architecture. Featuring the work of renownedarchitects from around the world, this book presents 50 of the mostrecently completed and influential glass designs for residential,public and commercial architecture. Each project is presented withcolour photographs, site plans and sections and elevations, as wellas numerous construction details. There is also a de*ive text,detailed captions and in-depth information for each project,including the location, client, architectural project team, mainconsultants and contractors. The projects are presented in clearand concise layouts over four pages. All of the drawings are styledin the same consistent way and presented at standard architecturalscales to allow for easy comparison. There is also a CD-ROM whichcontains all the drawings as printed in the book, in both EPS a

The villa stands for sumptuous home decor and upscale lifestyle. However it is more than a large urban mansion with a piece of land: The villa offers its residents an urban country seat, combining the best of city and country life: impressive architecture and high quality materials, surrounded by green, yet in the midst of all the city has to offer. It esteems quiet and seclusion, without relinquishing its tie to the city. For architects involved in the planning or conversion of a mansion, reinterpreting a classical building in a contemporary context is an exciting challenge. With the aid of texts, pictures and plans this volume of the Masterpieces series presents the works of famous architects as well as those of younger newcomers.

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.

The physical scale model is often cited as an important toolof communication for architecture students and practitioners alike.Although the proliferation of CAD programmes has enabled thecreation of increasingly complex computer models and virtualenvironments, there is also a growing need to address thethree-dimensional qualities of architecture that may be lost whenusing such media. This book focuses on the inspiring possibilitiesfor modelling the built environment with all the different mediaand techniques that are now available. Through de*ion of theuse of different models in different contexts, the book provides apractical and effective guide to how and why models are used, inaddition to what they are used for, and, furthermore, how theyrelate to architecture education. Following a brief introduction,the book is divided into three sections: Media, Types andApplications. The book is generously illustrated with photographsof models, accompanying commentaries, and step-by-step practicalinstructions on the v

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.

This practical foundation course in architectural design offers key advice on the principles, practice and techniques of the subject. Dealing with much more than just the technical aspects of drawing, it introduces the reader to the visual language of architecture, encouraging them to think spatially and question the built environment. All architecture students, and anyone interested in the creative side of architecture, will find this book an invaluable tool and reference.

Featuring 50 cutting-edge projects from around the world, thisinternational survey of workplace design is the ultimate resourcefor anyone creating the workplace of today or tomorrow. Abundantlyillustrated with plans and photographs throughout, the book isdivided into three colour-coded sections. Part 1 showcases low-costworkplaces created for small companies. Part 2 is a collection ofmedium-sized projects, all of which place a strong emphasis onenvironmental sensitivity and getting the most from a restrictedbudget. Part 3 is a selection of offices designed for largecompanies; here too the aim is to be as eco-friendly as possible,as well as to provide spaces that promote productivity, creativityand enhanced interaction between employees. The projects in eachsection are located across the globe. From Selgas Cano'ssemi-subterranean, tubular office in a forest near Madrid, to theliving skin of Harmonia 57 in Sao Paolo, each project proves thatour workplaces needn't be boring, expensive or harmful to theenvironme

The choice of materials is critical to the success of aninterior. This book examines every aspect of the the use ofmaterials in interior design, from initial concept and selection tovisual representation and practical application. Following a briefintroduction, the first five sections offer historical context anddetailed guidance on selection, application, representation,communication, and sources, while the sixth and final sectionfeatures case studies by international interior designers. The bookincludes useful step-by-step sequences, information on propertiesand sustainability, and a list of resources, online archives andsample libraries. It is an invaluable practical and inspirationalguide for interior design students.

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

“室内软装设计与项目管理”是高等学校环境设计专业的专业必修课程，是环境设计专业重要课程组成部分。通过本课程的学习，是学生对室内软装设计，特别是软装设计的概念、发展、意义、实施和管理有一个系统、清晰的认识，并且通过室内软装设计理论学习和项目设计实践的解析，掌握软装设计的设计要素、设计流程、招投标流程、方案设计与文本制作，以及设计理念和要素选择、产品采购制作、项目管理与布场等内容的设计原则和实施方法，为软装项目操作和实施奠定扎实的基础。 本书本着实用、系统、详实、创新的原则，力求全面体现艺术设计类教材的特点，图文并茂，案例新颖，集理念性、知识性、实践指导性、启发性与创新性于一体。本书在传统理论教材模式的基础上有所突破， 加贴近学生的阅读习惯和学习特点，以培养学生的求知和专业项目

Detail in Contemporary Concrete Architecture provides analysis of both the technical and the aesthetic importance of details in modern concrete architecture. Featuring the work of renowned architects from around the world, this book presents 49 of the most recently completed and influential concrete designs for both residential and commercial architecture. The projects are presented in clear and concise layouts over four pages. All of the drawings are styled consistently and presented at standard architectural scales to allow for easy comparison. Each project is presented with colour photographs, site plans and sections and elevations, as well as numerous construction details. There is also de*ive text, detailed captions and in-depth information for each project. A bonus CD-ROM contains all the drawings as printed in the book, in both EPS and DWG (generic CAD) formats.