Books - Architecture

The Monocle Book of Gentle Living is a handbook to help you think about how to reconnect, make good things happen, to do something you care about and

Openhouse has spent the last six years giving readers a closer look at some of the most extraordinary houses around the globe. In their first book, th

Humans have been building their homes out of wood for thousands of years. Its tactility and warmth has influenced countless architectural movements, d

A breathtaking survey of contemporary homes, each with a deep connection to the landscapes and vistas of the mountains Whether snow-capped, rocky,

Sam Chermaye [et al.]: Creatures, edited by Moritz Küng, is a look back through nearly two decades of experimental projects undertaken by the

Offers dozens of modern architecturally designed homes integrated beautifully in the natural landscape, such as bushland, forests, hills or mountains

Having personal, private, outdoor space is becoming ever-more elusive as urban areas become more crowded due to population growth and development.

Born in 1924, Agustín Hernández came of age as an architect in Mexico as modernist ideas coalesced with a renewed pride in the cou

Escape and unwind with this breathtaking collection of contemporary homes - each designed with relaxation in mind Packed with the spirit of sanctua

A stunning collection of the best living spaces in the world - available with a brand-new, vibrant-orange cover. Phaidon's best-selling Interiors:

A spectacular celebration of the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe. The Architizer A+Awards represent 2019's best arch

The most in-depth exploration of one of the most important, innovative, and creative architecture practices working today. For the last twenty year

In an extensive but accessible format, City Living presents small-scale contemporary urban residences that prove domesticity can be compact and beauti

A journey through dreamlike landscapes, bizarre buildings, and whimsical interiors floating between reality and fantasy. Oscar Wilde claimed that "pro

In the last decades Western architecture has largely dominated the discourse and the built environment worldwide. Recently architecture firms from non

Swedish Grace är en term som av samtiden myntades för att beteckna nyklassisk svensk design från 1910- och 1920-talen. De mest representativa byggn

For those who crave the tranquility of nature, fifty houses selected from around the world with the most ecologically sustainable and innovative break

The second volume of Faculty Department featuring twenty three stories of noteworthy individuals worldwide. I’m proud to present Faculty Department

Le Corbusier is a Modernist icon whose buildings and theories have influenced structures the world over. Now you can create ten of his most important

A curated collection of Postmodern architecture in all its glorious array of vivid non-conformity. This unprecedented book takes its subtitle from

The acclaimed exploration of the iconic ‘park in the sky' in New York that reshaped global perceptions of urban space - back in print. Since open

A stunning journey through the world's most dramatic and inspiring black architecture - now in a cool, compact new format. In this sleek, stylish a

Step into innovative little gardens of Eden created on small terraces and city rooftops, as well as out in the suburbs and countryside. As our lifesty

In the tradition of the bestselling Where Chefs Eat: the definitive global hotel guide by the real experts who know - architects No one appreciates

A reinvigoration of an architectural classic. Added projects provide insight into the ever-developing world of container architecture. An expanded rep

Three hundred years ago, intellectuals of the European Enlightenment constructed a mythology of technology. Influenced by a confluence of humanism,

The life of Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926) was full of complexity and contradictions. As a young man he joined the Catalonian nationalist movement and wa

In 1930, Gunnar Asplund, together with Sigurd Lewerentz, were contracted by The Swedish Society of Crafts and Design to make a boardroom in the buildi

Whether it's a kitchen appliance or an elegant piece of furniture, great design combines form and function to make everyday life more enjoyable, aesth

A fascinating collection of more than 400 of the world's most glamorous homes from more than 290 architects, the Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Houses sh

'Would they still call me a diva if I were a man?' asked Zaha Hadid, challenging as she did so more than a century of stereotypes about female archite

Designs for Different Futures records the concrete ideas and abstract dreams of designers, artists, academics, and scientists exploring how design mig

Women designers have made an immense contribution to our shared material culture and built environment. However, while several pioneers have achieved

Initially created by a group of friends as an online scrapbook, Cabin Porn became an international sensation following the publication of the first vo

In a climate that ranges from cold, dark and unforgiving to endless sun and crystalline skies, the homes of the Nordic countries are lifted by ever-ch

The Short Story of Architecture is a new and innovative guide to the subject of architecture that explores 50 key buildings, from the Great Pyramids t

An ode to extravagant and lush interiors that are not afraid to take risks, this new design movement proves that when it comes to bold colors and rich

A modernist take on Mediterranean aesthetics, this new movement in interior design embraces sumptuous minimalism through warm, earthy tones, and natur

With a little imagination you can see the potential of an older property. Modern, sustainable design can transform an aging edifice into a stunning, o

Tio byggnader som definierade … är en serie böcker som närmar sig ett decennium genom dess byggnader och platser. Det ger en ny bild av decenniet

Featuring more than 170 structures, from prehistory through to today, the book includes an incredible range of buildings: awe-inspiring Neolithic monu

From the pre-war Viennese Werkbund Estate (designed by the likes of Gerrit Rietveld and Adolf Loos), the post-war Swiss Siedlung Halen (by Atelier 5)

Having less is the secret to living more. Whether you’ve been dreaming about a treehouse in the wilderness of Montana, or a remote eco-cabin in Pata

In this reimagined and easy-to-use size, Brick takes a fresh look at one of the world's most familiar and popular building materials. Presenting 180 d

The Touch is a new collaboration between Nathan Williams of Kinfolk and Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen of Norm Architects that welcome readers into over 25 insp

Revolutionary essays on design, aesthetics and materialism - from one of the great masters of modern architecture. Adolf Loos, the great Viennese p

This survey presents the most striking, innovative and unusual white houses by contemporary architects spanning the globe from Asia to the Americas, s

‘Having worked with Le Corbusier on Villa Shodhan and Villa Sarabhai, the images of their flowing spaces, quality of naturally reflected lig

Throughout history, houses have presented architects the world over with infinite opportunities to experiment with new methods and materials for domes

White Arkitekter, Scandinavia’s leading interdisciplinary architecture practice, create environments that inspire sustainable ways of living. An emp

Poetic spaces, surreal structures and dramatic visions. The extraordinary career of Ricardo Bofill is collected in this monograph, which reveals his i

Recent advances in technologies and home-generated renewable energy have made building away from urban and rural infrastructures more practical, affor

A decade after its first publication, the bestselling monograph Le Corbusier Le Grand is finally available in a new paperback edition. Documenting the

The kitchen is the heart of every home. Combining inspiring interior design and professional knowledge, this is a tasteful guide to creating spaces th

I boken Åtta projekt, från Liljevalchs till Nationalmuseum gör Gert Wingårdh en djupdykning i åtta projekt som under de senaste åren haft en b

Den andra delen om Wingårdhs villor: Villa Kristina. Hur bygger man en ny villa på en trång, avstyckad tomt? Hur skapar man sin egen värld, tätt

Villa Hansson är Gert Wingårdhs första hus. Och herr Hansson som beställt huset litar på honom till hundra procent. Det här ska bli något helt

Varje decennium lämnar efter sig byggda spår som kan fortsätta berätta. Det här är tio berättelser skrivna av författare, skribenter och arkit

Swedish Modern är en form av modernism som återupptog traditionella drag, material och motiv, regionala eller nationella sådana. Estetiken etablera

Experience spans Eliasson's career to date via images of his installations, sculptures, paintings, photographs, films, architectural projects, and int