Paul Goldberger je vlivným hlasem v oblasti kritiky architektury, který se zaměřuje na to, jak budovy a města formují naši kulturu a život. Svými pronikavými eseji zkoumá vztah mezi designem a společností, často zdůrazňuje poetickou kvalitu architektonických forem a jejich schopnost ovlivnit veřejný prostor. Jeho psaní je oceňováno pro svou vyváženost a pronikavost, které čtenářům nabízejí hlubší porozumění architektonickému prostředí.
Young design partners Peter Stamberg and Paul Aferiat combine modernist architecture with vibrant primary hues, sensuous materials, sculptural walls, and classic modern furniture. The firm's first monograph presents 20 buildings and projects as well as commentary. The book's innovative graphics and stunning photography reflect Stamberg Aferiat's urbane, cutting-edge approach to design. 160 illus. 100 in color.
Spectacular views of New York from high above it all. A collection of aerial photographs from then and now.
Rising dramatically above other skyscrapers at the tip of Manhattan, the World Trade Center symbolized New York. From any direction the Towers were lodestars, Manhattan's local mountains. This book presents seventy-two images of the World Trade Center that portray the site from different directions.
A guide to the styles or an architectural dictionary, though it contains elements of all three. It helps to 'come to grips with how things feel to us when we stand before them, with how architecture affects us emotionally as well as intellectually' - with its impact on our lives.
Architect Daniel Libeskind is renowned for his dynamic, fractured compositions and for introducing a new critical discourse to architecture. His work spans a vast array of projects globally, including cultural institutions, convention centers, universities, hotels, commercial centers, and residential designs, showcasing his commitment to expanding architectural and urban horizons. This comprehensive portrait of Studio Daniel Libeskind, founded in Berlin in 1989 and relocated to New York in 2003 after winning the World Trade Center design competition, is informed by interviews with architecture critic Paul Goldberger. The publication highlights Libeskind's multidisciplinary approach, reflecting his deep interest in philosophy, art, music, literature, theater, and film. Featured projects include the Jewish Museum Berlin, the Felix-Nussbaum-Haus in Osnabrück, the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, the extension to the Denver Art Museum, the MGM Mirage CityCenter in Las Vegas, a multi-building complex in Busan, South Korea, and the Danish Jewish Museum in Copenhagen. Libeskind’s work enriches contemporary architectural discourse and offers new expressive possibilities for architecture and urban planning.
Featuring stunning, custom-designed homes by an acclaimed architecture firm, this book showcases environmentally conscious and modern designs that emphasize beauty and soul. As the first publication dedicated to the firm's projects, it highlights their innovative approach to architecture and commitment to sustainability.
Set in a captivating future, this work presents a visionary perspective shaped by Ma Yansong, a prominent figure in contemporary architecture. It explores innovative designs and concepts that reflect a blend of sensuality and seduction, showcasing the potential of a new architectural era in China. The narrative highlights the creativity and ambition of a leading firm, emphasizing the transformative power of architecture in shaping urban environments.
A House by Diller Scofidio + Renfro
Set in the Hamptons, this narrative explores the innovative design and construction of a remarkable house that embodies avant-garde principles. The book delves into the creative vision and artistic spirit behind the project, highlighting how the house serves as a source of inspiration and renewal for contemporary architecture. Through its unique features and aesthetic, it challenges conventional norms and celebrates the fusion of modernity and nature.
Discover exceptional hospitality through architecture and design in "The Leading Hotels of the World." This richly illustrated volume showcases over 70 exclusive luxury hotels from a global collection, featuring in-depth stories, interviews, and expert travel tips from renowned designers and writers, celebrating extraordinary aesthetics and hospitality.
Rizzoli; 1990; 1st Edition; Hard cover in dust jacket; Brown cloth-covered with gold lettering on spine. Known for his elegant, high-tech building designs. Pelli's approach to architecture is synthesized modernism. Book spans the architect's career and his major built works, projects and commissions. Great gift, will gift wrap at no extra charge.
