Podľa vydavateľstva Lonely Planet patrí medzi 10 najkrajších stavieb sveta jednoznačne Tádž Mahal, Guggenheimovo múzeum, palác Potala, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Sagrada Familia, Imámova mešita, Zimný palác, Crac des Chevaliers, múzeum Oscara Niemeyera a Hagia Sofia. Ich architektúra je príkladom dokonalého umenia, tak ako ňou oplývajú aj mnohé ďalšie stavby, ktoré sa, bohužiaľ, do rebríčka nedostali. Kníhkupectvá vám ponúkajú rôzne knihy, pomocou ktorých sa môžete o architektúre veľa naučiť a zároveň tiež spoznávať krajiny sveta.
An expertly written and exquisitely photographed study of the buildings of Victor Horta, a central figure of Art Nouveau whose work was fundamental to modernist architecture
This updated monograph includes all of Calatrava's original collaborative input as well as his latest projects. From the World Trade Center Transportation Hub in Manhattan to the Museum of Tomorrow in
Can architects, designers, landscapers and artists make a real difference to people’s quality of life? If so, what are the best ways to address the problems of today’s societies – their lack of infrastucture, good-quality housing, resources and community spirit? Through over twenty case studies this ...
Flexible architecture adapts to new uses, responds to change rather than stagnating, and is motive rather than static. Understanding how it has been conceived, designed, made and used helps us understand its potential in solving current and future problems associated with technological, social and economic ...
This title offers an in-depth focus on seven recent renovations of a most diverse range of properties, including the complete restoration and redesignation of an impressive country estate and park garden, the metamorphosis of one of the most authentic castles in the Dordogne (dating from 1453), the redesign ...
This latest addition to Images'' 21st Century Architecture series brings together 47 of the most stylish contemporary houses from around the world. From Australia and New Zealand, to the Adriatic Coast in Greece, to the rugged mountains of Switzerland; from the suburbs of Japan, to the glittering views ...
C.F.A. Voysey (1857-1941) was an architect-designer who advocated honest and thoughtful design, and championed high standards of craftsmanship applied only to the finest materials. The resulting objects - simple yet elegant, often enhanced by beautiful and symbolic decoration - were considered revolutionary ...
Aus Alt mach Neu - Der Um- und Anbau von Wohnraum bietet eine unerschöpfliche Quelle gestalterischer Möglichkeiten. Wie vielseitig die Palette individueller Designkonzepte hierbei ist, beweist Makeove
Druhý díl osobité reprezentativní publikace Jiří Příhoda 25|25 představuje autorovy práce z let 2000–2019, které sám pojmenovává "za sochou – před architekturou". Svou současnou tvorbu Příhoda dělí do tří základních kategorií, na Cely, Příbytky a Místa, které zamýšlí jako místa ke kontemplaci. Zajímá ...
Publikaci vydala Západočeská galerie v Plzni v roce 2011 u příležitosti konání stejnojmenné výstavy. O unikátním souboru bytových interiérů, navržených v Plzni slavným architektem Adolfem Loosem, se v poslední době hodně mluví a píše. Zatím se však velmi málo ví o tom, kdo vlastně byli Loosovi zákazníci ...
Titul je viazaný na špeciálnu objednávku, ktorú nie je možné vrátiť (platia Všeobecné obchodné podmienky - časť Reklamačný poriadok)! Publikace Architektura Albrechta z Valdštejna: Italská stavební kultura v Čechách v letech 1600–1635, zpracovaná kolektivem autorů pod vedením Petra Uličného, seznamuje ...
This comprehensive handbook includes all the classic wall and floor coverings, but also some less common materials: natural stone, wood, ceramic tiles, carpets, wallpaper, as well as poly-concrete, linoleum, vinyl, rubber, synthetic resin, glass.This book gives an overview of the current market for floors ...
Antique building materials immediately give timeless, inimitable style to a new or restored home. Reclaimed wooden floors, old terracotta tiles, traditional Bur…
This title deals with classic living in all its guises: from a restored, intimate farmhouse to a stately home, from a distinctive country estate to a timeless a…
The choice of the right colours and fabrics is one of the main items in the creative process of every interior designer. This voluminous reference book gives a complete overview of the current colour and fabric trends. The attention is mainly given to traditional painting and exclusive fabrics for decorating ...
This is an inexhaustible source of inspiration for anyone with a love of interior design. This book features a variety of kitchen styles including recent instal…
Die Gestalten Verlag (DGV); ISBN: 9783899552331; More Fleeting Architecture and Hideouts Like its successful predecessor, Spacecraft 2 showcases international projects by architects,...
