The importance of glass in the search of light and warmth throughout the history of architecture is unmatched. Today, glass still is and continues to be one of the most essential and versatile materials... Zobraziť viac
Individual life scripts are most clearly reflected in a persons’ home. The home’s envelope and the arrangements within it represent its inhabitants’ character and identity; sometimes each component on its own, sometimes as a complementary or ... Zobraziť viac
An important material for many centuries and used in countless diverse ways before being almost despised for a long time in the modern era, wood has now become a source of fascination and... Zobraziť viac
In almost no other European region the connection between nature and design is as pronounced and at the same time as varied as in the Scandinavian countries. The rugged wilderness and dark days require comfortable interiors with warm colors; ... Zobraziť viac
Museums are some of the great architectural hallmarks of any place. Since the discovery of the Bilbao Effect, triggered at the end of the last century by the Frank O. Gehrys building, new museums have been emerging all over the world... Zobraziť viac
Ecological rethinking and sustainable building concepts have become important topics in contemporary architecture. The use... Zobraziť viac
Landscape architecture creates and shapes open spaces for human beings. It combines nature and architecture and links grown... Zobraziť viac
This compendium presents an international showcase of contemporary landscape design between global trends, local traditions, climatic conditions, functional demands, new technologies, economic circumstances... Zobraziť viac
Braun: Buildings designated brutalist in style were largely built in the 1960s and 1970s, exuding an aura of daring, uncom... Zobraziť viac
Works of art make a substantial contribution to cultural identification. When they are placed in a public place, this function is enhanced. However the artwork also acknowledges other tasks: it figuratively announces content in the traditional... Zobraziť viac
