Jill Scott
Australian author/editor Jill Scott explores how the arts and science work together to develop a creative and conceptual approach to innovation and presentation. Blending ethnographic case studies, scientific viewpoints and critical essays, the focus is on the laboratory and the search for new collaborative potentials. Springer Verlag. ISBN 3211279571. Paperback. $66.50.
Peter Zumthor
In nine short illustrated chapters Zumthor describes what he has on his mind as he sets about creating the atmospheres of his houses. From the composition and presence of the materials to the handling of proportions and the effect of light, this poetics of architecture enables the reader to recapitulate what really matters in the process of house design. Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764374950. Hardback. $68.50.
Harry van Trier et al
Bamboo in its many varieties can be used as a design material for landscapes, squares and gardens as well as in architecture, furniture design. This in-depth study of bamboo includes an extensive technical section, explores its use and significance in urban and natural settings and includes texts by expert authors.Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764374810. Hardback. $112.
Bertron Sxhwarz Frey
Examines the different phases of exhibition creation using a range of examples taken from the authors' own experience as exhibition designers. Topics include concept and design, presentation and staging, communicative forms and media, text and graphics, typography and layout, and the use of lighting. Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764372079. Hardback. $67.50.
Ulrik Brandi Licht
Assembled by experienced authors and experts from the worlds of practice and teaching, this new volume in the series Detail Praxis provides an introduction to the most important aspects of natural and artificial lighting design. In addition to planning rules it also explains current natural and artificial lighting systems with example projects. Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764374934. Paperback. $79.
Foundation Landscape Architecture Europe eds
Fieldwork presents 42 groundbreaking landscape architecture projects from Dublin to Athens, whose authors have done sensitive fieldwork, with sensitivity to materials and details, respect for customs and mentalities, and pleasure in the play of their own powers of invention. Includes seven essays on all aspects of European landscape architecture. Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764375086. Hardback. $135.
Fiamma Montezemolo et al
Divided into three sections, Here is Tijuana! deals with the socio-cultural issues, the morality and the urban development of the city. Beautiful photographic essays accompany the text and bring the city to life. Through words and images, Here is Tijuana! captures the spirit of a fractured city with a split identity. Black Dog Publishing. ISBN 1904772455. Paperback. $63.50.
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iF International Forum Design eds
A guide to the winning entries for the iF design awards in consumer electronics and telecommunications, computing, office and business, lighting, house and home, leisure and lifestyle, industry and buildings, medicine, public and interior design and transportation as well as advanced studies for experimental design or unrealised projects and studies. Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764374713. Hardback. $135.
Meto Vroom
Meto Vroom defines and analyses more than 250 terms, concepts and objects covering all aspects of landscape design from the various elements of a garden to the theoretical, historical, symbolic and iconographic aspects of landscape. Each essay briefly outlines a subject with a critical commentary and recommendations for further readings.Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764375256. Hardback. $92.
R Klanten et al eds
A visual tour of the world of soccer: graphic street art, illustrations, posters and flyers from around the world, each country displaying its own unique style and passion for the game. This eclectic visual compilation takes you on a colourful journey of the globe and the street-level art that is generated by the world-wide love of soccer. Die Gestalten Verlag. ISBN 3899551575. Paperback. $80.
Kenneth Powell
Written by the well-known architectural critic Kenneth Powell, this new monograph provides a richly illustrated overview and an ideal introduction to the works of Richard Rogers' internationally renowned office. Famous as the architects of the Centre Pompidou (with Renzo Piano), they have a reputation for high-tech and energy efficient designs. Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764370491. Paperback. $90.
Robert Maxwell et al
Rick Mather Architects have been working in London since the early 70s. Best known for their award winning museum extensions RMA's portfolio spans a broad spectrum of projects including residential and student housing, master plans, and urban design for both renovations and new buildings. Covers 500 projects over 33 years by RMA. Black Dog Publishing. ISBN 1904772382. Hardback. $95.
Peter Zumthor
Long out of print, this new edition of Thinking Architecture includes three new essays: 'Does Beauty Have a Form?', 'The Magic of the Real' and 'Light in the Landscape'. Freshly illustrated throughout with new colour photographs of Zumthor's new home and studio, Zumthor expresses his motivation in designing these buildings. Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764374977. Hardback. $68.50.
Rob Krier
Articulates guidelines for the planning of new cities, the development of new urban neighbourhoods, the restructuring of city centres, and the expansion of cities and urban neighbourhoods. Many realised projects demonstrate that neo-traditional town planning can work together with architectural conceptions that are stylistically very different.Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764375582. Paperback. $90.
Philip Jodidio
A detailed presentation of 18 projects by Valode & Pistre including their award-winning headquarters for L'Oreal with Kathryn Gustafsen. Their predominantly large-scale projects are distinguished by their high degree of diversity and include buildings in France, Spain, China and Russia. Birkhauser Verlag. ISBN 3764372001. Hardback. $145.
James Jarvis
British illustrator James Jarvis has been creating 3D characters for the Silas, World of Pain and In-Crowd plastic toy series. Now, he introduces us to a set of new characters in storybook form. Vortigern's Machine is a new Jarvis universe full of psychedelic adventures, mystical insights and much magic. Die Gestalten Verlag. ISBN 3899550986. Paperback. $43.50.
The Architectural League of New York eds
A selection of young architects respond to the challenge to broaden the concept of 'siting' to include 'situating': a wide-ranging approach to all phases of design, creating a more dynamic understanding of site and open-ended work that both acknowledges existing conditions and allows for mutability and change over time. Princeton Architectural Press. ISBN 1568985738. Paperback. $49.50.
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