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.
It is a compilation of all of the trends for Eco-landscape gathering more interest recently together with environmentally friendly architecture. A variety of the latest cases were suggested according to their use from large-scale natural green facility to residential facility, public facility, convenient ...
Infill -- Urban land is an increasingly precious commodity, particularly in the centers of major cities. Every spare corner of land is in demand, however small,…
The limitations of the Modernist palette have long been recognized and contemporary architects are looking to the ancient values of stone to give new expression to their ideas. Its permanence is increasingly used to express a sense of civic stability or ground the fluid forms of contemporary architecture. ...
This book presents a wide range of hotels, boasting some of the most forward-looking and inspiring design in the world, from the studios of some of modern architecture\''s leading names such as Kengo Kuma, Steven Holl, UN Studio and Legorreta + Legorreta. These modern temples of transience, haunt of ...
You''''ll be amazed by what''''s happened since "10x10_2". Green architecture has gone from novelty to necessity, walls have gone from necessary to optional, hula hoops have become a building material. Local is the new international. Architecture is the new art. The 100 architects featured in this volume, ...
Societal and economic transitions have left numerous buildings redundant. Thanks to the esteem enjoyed by any sort of historic building fabric, an increasing aw…
"Project Japan" is the product of a long journey by author Graham Cooper. A sustained rolling program relating to contemporary art and architecture in Japan, this project involved over a decade of commitment, more than a dozen research and documentation visits to Japan and the help of an influential ...
Architecture of Change 2 presents an unrivalled collection of the most innovative architecture that makes a considerable contribution to a sustainable future. Over forty exemplary projects by internationally renowned architecture practices such as Renzo Piano and OMA founder Rem Koolhaas are featured ...
The resurgence of cocktail culture and the explosion of the 'style bar' - places that are professionally designed and serve high quality spirits, wines and cocktails - continues in cities such as New York, London and Tokyo but also Beirut and Kuala Lumpur. This work examines international trends, showcasing ...
Presents more than 120 cutting edge architectural projects from around the world.
Celebrates some of the most exciting trends from around the world, with hundreds of colour photos.
With ever-increasing numbers of sophisticated and experienced travellers, and the growing exchange of information on destinations, hotels have discovered that they must constantly keep upgrading and improving in order to hold their appeal for discriminating guests. The innovative designs contained in ...
Bars are places where intercultural and multidisciplinary contexts are born, where styles, materials and activities fuse into one, where any given scenario can…
Sometimes all you need is a little time away, just a short break and a change of scene. This nifty guide profiles a selection of hotels ideal for weekend trips. We all know travel broadens the mind and invigorates the senses. After a couple of days at these chic spots, you’ll leave feeling refreshed ...
We all know how fun and exciting travel can be. But as with all good things in life, it’s too easy to deny yourself. This accessible Styleguide edition profiles…
Featuring more than 100 of the most significant and influential buildings of the twentieth century, this second edition includes both classic works by such seminal architects as Le Courbusier, Frank Lloyd Wright, Mies van der Rohe and Alvar Aalto, as well as those by more recent masters, such as Norman ...
Theaters, concert halls and opera houses are among the most fascinating architectural tasks of today. Large metropolises as well as medium-sized and smaller communities are enhancing their cultural infrastructure with spectacular new buildings and renovated historical structures for the performing arts. ...
Today’s innovative architecture would be inconceivable and unbuildable without the rapid development of new building materials and technologies. Against this background Made of… not only presents unconventional approaches to the use of materials in architecture and design but also describes the current ...
Expansive projects accomplished by the interdisciplinary design collective 3deluxe over the last five years. They skilful interplay graphics, interiors and architecture to create powerful spatial situations and graphics that combines a sensitive intellectual and sensual balance. The multi-media theme ...
The Elements of Style is the most comprehensive visual survey, period by period, feature by feature, of the key styles in American and British domestic architecture from the Tudor period to present day. A valuable reference guide, the book is designed for owners of period houses, restorers, architects, ...
