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.
At trade fairs companies compete for attention of the visitors; ideally corporate identity and corporate design needs to be linked together. The build-up of an…
The materials used in the construction of single-family residences are increasingly important and can even become the focal point of the construction. Advances in the composition, fabrication and application of materials allow for the creation of structures and forms that were unthinkable just a few ...
The work of this Europe-based architectural design firm is an important addition to the Images Publishing Group\''s "Master Architect Series", which showcases the most significant works of today\''s leading international architects. For the firm\''s founders and principals, Denis Valode and Jean Pistre, ...
Located at the juncture of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, Cape Town enjoys a unique setting in one of the world’s most stunning locations. Attracting travelers from across the globe, it’s gaining fame as an international dining destination. With a unique fusion of cultures, this South African city boasts ...
A rich heritage of Japanese tradition meets the best of international trends in Tokyo’s cutting-edge boutiques and stores. As you’d expect from a dynamic and forwarding-looking city, the shops in Tokyo have an innovative flair unequalled anywhere else. If you’re looking for the quirkiness of Tokyo’s ...
The third volume of the complete works of Richard Rogers (b.1933) ul li Features over 48 projects from 1993-2005, including a complete up-to-date list of works dating from 1961 li Documents many unbuilt projects, such as the Pusan Rail Station, Korea (1996), and the Congress Centre in Rome, Italy (1999) ...
This cosmopolitan city of bankers and book publishers is an industrial and economic powerhouse not just of Germany but of all Europe. As you might expect from a…
Often the most sophisticated buildings get their start as quick sketches in a moment of sudden inspiration. During the long process of careful refinement, these same sketches take shape and emerge as the buildings we see before us everyday. Focusing on the design process of today''s most noteworthy architects, ...
Hip Dining Japan showcases the most contemporary and hip restaurant designs in Japan. Reinterpreting the traditional spatial requirements of the Japanese dining space, the designers have created new ways to address these constraints as features. Often injected with a twist, some of the featured projects ...
These dining hotspots are distinguished by fine culinary craft and their unique conceptions of the dining experience. Lighting, materials, and space all play a part. Most of all, such cool eateries create a sense of occasion—making diners feel special. Every meal is a feast for all the senses, not only ...
This collection brings together buildings that inject a fresh dose of creativity into any architectural project and set the tone and pace for architects around the world, surveying the range of different styles, functions and needs that make each project a unique challenge. Along with the iconic, definitive ...
Roger Yee is a graduate of the Yale School of Architecture and has received honors for his work in the field from such organisations as the American Institute of Architects and the Society of Interior Designers. He has been editor-in-chief of three design magazines, "Contract Design", "Corporate Design ...
This first book in the Basics Architecture series explores the concepts and techniques used to represent architecture. A broad array of techniques employed to d…
Cool Hotels Europe is an extensive compilation of the most contemporary hotels in Europe, all of which have been chosen because they represent the best in innovative design. Copiously illustrated with hundreds of color photographs of hotels designed by renowned figures such as Andrée Putman, Philippe ...
With in-depth technical explanations and hundreds of glossy color photographs, this work is as attractive as it is practical. With dozens of new and daring prop…
In the past luxury usually meant ostentatious displays of heavy ornamentation. But the modern definition of luxury doesn’t have to mean sumptuous or overblown style. Refined architecture and interior design are the contemporary way to create a sense of luxury. Luxury Houses City shows us a beautiful ...
The Water Spaces of the World series has developed a reputation as the world\''s ultimate guide to incorporating water into architecture. This new volume will surely eclipse the success of the other titles in the series. It\''s a more enjoyable read and has even more wonderful interiors and landscapes, ...
Features drawings and concept sketches with useful summaries, as well as full-colour photographs of the finished detail.
Today, the parameters of shop design have expanded exponentially. No longer is the retail landscape crafted onlyfor shopping convenience and to reinforce brand identity. It has evolved to reflect the role of shops as a public space where we spend a large part of our leisure time. For this reason, architects ...
Building on the success of its Cool Shops line, teNeues is expanding its sights to focus on the many retail offerings of fashion-conscious Munich. As befits a beautiful and exciting city, the range of shops in Munich encompasses everything from the suavely classic to the cutting-edge and avant-garde. ...
