The second book in the 'My Life as an Architect' series, looking at the Seoul buildings that have shaped the practice and outlook of the celebrated Korean architect Byoung Cho. Since founding his...

"Modern beachside style is more than shells and surfboards. Whether the inspiration comes from nautical themes, natural elements, winter moods or the charm of the Mediterranean, the priority is...

Svend M. Hvass. Accompanying Booklet Has Subtitle: Chronology. To Contrast The Linear Notion Of Time In The Western World With The Cyclical Concept Of The Ancient Japanese ... The Chornological...

Mid-century modern continues its resurgence. Discover Australia's best examples of modernist residential architecture thoughtfully adapted for the present day. The intuitive design, sun-lit spaces...

A major overview of Skylab's built works, from show-stopping residences to high-profile cultural projects, presented via a covetable book design that takes its inspiration from an album or LP. ...

An original account of ancient Egyptian and Sumerian architecture from the acclaimed architectural historianIn The Beginnings of Architecture, Sigfried Giedion examines the architecture of ancient...

In December 1997 the J. Paul GettyMuseum will open its new home in the spectacular Getty Center, designed by therenowned architect Richard Meier and dramatically sited in the Santa MonicaMountains...

Text: German

"Decorating ideas, step-by-step projects, design, techniques"

Von Stefan Schuler. Originally Presented As The Author's Thesis (doctoral)--universität Münster, 1996. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [400]-438) And Indexes.

Huge book with cardboard-like cover and flaps Presents extensive background on the wall paintings of this jewel of a castle Wall paintings at one time included Tristan nd Isolde Runkelstein Castle...

Text: German

Text: German

Discussing North American buildings, this book relates them to time and place, defining and identifying central characteristics, explaining social function and cultural expression. It integrates...

The Architect traces the role of the profession across the centuries and in different cultures, showing the architect both as designer and as mediator between the client and the builder.

Examines over 500 gardens

Text: German, French

This is a proper catalogue of the Inigo Jones- John Webb drawings at Worcester College, Oxford to complement the catalogue of the Burlington Devonshire Collection at the Royal Institute of British...

A. W. Lawrence. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.

A discussion of the architecture of English homes during the Middle Ages includes examinations of room designs, construction techniques, and interior decoration