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This charming and modest autobiography gives a fascinating and detailed insight into the workings of a great fashion house, while revealing the private man behind the high-profile establishment. It is also a unique portrait of classic Paris haute couture of the 1950s and offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes. Dior details his childhood in Granville, the family and friends closest to him, his most difficult years and sudden success, as well as his sources of inspiration and creative processes.

Das 2002 vom Genfer Architektenpaar François Frey und Valentine Chamay Frey gegründete Büro verfolgt einen der Moderne verpflichteten minimalistischen Ansatz. Der Fokus dieser Werkschau liegt auf Neu- und Umbauten von Villen in der Region Genf. Beispielhaft für ihren rationalen Stil, bei dem Konstruktionssystem und architektonischer Ausdruck harmonieren, ist die aus scharf geschnittenen Volumina geformte Villa F in Vésenaz.

Honoring the fiftieth anniversary of the death of Louis Kahn in March 1974, this facsimile edition exquisitely reproduces the notebook in which the renowned American architect sketched and wrote during his travels in the last year of his life.Anchored by a magnificent set of drawings illustrating the final design of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park in New York City (1973/74, posthumously completed in 2012), "Louis I. Kahn: The Last Notebook" provides an intimate glimpse into the architect's mind and design process. These private sketches and poetic reflections reveal Kahn's spiritual understanding of architecture as inclusive of our total environment and shed new light on the architect's influential philosophy for designing, building and conceiving architecture.The facsimile pays close attention to the material qualities of the original notebook, replicating its delicate, transparent paper. Made widely available for the first time, the publication includes transcriptions of Kahn's handwriting by Sue Ann Kahn and a commentary by architectural critic and historian Michael J. Lewis.Continuing on from earlier investigations into the importance of drawing in the iconic architect's work at Lars Müller Publishers, "Louis I. Kahn: The Last Notebook" replicates sketching in its most raw, pure form.

Quaintly set between rocky slopes and green meadows, the new architects' studio for Braunger Wörtz Architekten has been developed on the grounds of a former stone factory, which was shut down in the 1990s. The architects Berthold Braunger and Marcus Wörtz recognised the potential of the dilapidated building fabric and made it their mission to redevelop the remaining parts into an unusual architects' studio. The distinct shape of the four chutes and sorting areas for the terrazzo stone processing plant - a broad front featuring open gates and a timber superstructure with a sloped roof - has been incorporated into the design and reinterpreted. The result is a light office space with flexible floor plans, which clearly show the traces and history of the former use.The great care and meticulous attention to traditional, regional details can also be perceived in the conversion of the former home and trading station on the grounds of the stone processing plant. The atmosphere in the dining room "Wirtsstube", the visitor's apartment and meeting room is characterised by the carefully chosen materials, such as the whitewashed brickwork and the light silver fir finishes. The transformation of the quarry's simple industrial and vernacular architecture into an inspiring place for creative work is ground-breaking in terms of preserving building culture.

God's story. The most amazing story that has ever been told. It began a forever ago as God surveyed the endless space. He foresaw the future which was soon to appear. With the power of his will, he spoke. Angels filled the skies. Innumerable angels, all singing praise to their Creator. Imagine the angels' surprise when they heard God's words call forth numerous amazing creations--seas and creeks; trees and plants; mountains and valleys; animals, some so tiny they could hardly be seen, others massive.Then God paused. He would now create the crown jewel of creation, the reason for which he created the world. But this time he would not use words. He would form this creature using his own hands. God gathered some dirt, worked it with his hands, shaping it carefully. And then the moment came. God lifted the lifeless creature to himself and breathed his own breath into this first ever person, Adam. God's heart was pleased.God observed his world. He saw creatures of all sizes and shapes, male and female. God then paused, realizing that he was not yet done. He put Adam into a deep sleep and removed one of his ribs. Using it, he created a woman. When Adam awoke, he was amazed. A creature so like him yet different in such interesting ways. Together they explored their new world and each other, experiencing a thrill beyond description.God's amazing world, perfect in every way. That is, until...

The lavish five-volume set of Food for Architects is dedicated to the buildings and cooking of the renowned Zurich-based firm Steib Gmür Geschwentner Kyburz Partners. As enthusiastic housing designers, they have been searching for both the perfect floor plan and the perfect spaghetti for three decades. Volume 1 of this first comprehensive monograph on the firm's work brings together brief personal texts on the various types of rooms in a house or apartment as well as other aspects of living. Volume 2 offers insights into the evolution and design methods of Steib Gmür Geschwentner Kyburz Partners, documenting as well 65 key buildings and projects from their portfolio. Volume 3 features floor plans of a total of 168 furnished apartments with concise comments, interspersed with recipes for 12 spaghetti dishes. In a photo essay, volume 4 introduces the inhabitants of 11 apartments from various realized buildings, who also speak about their homes in brief interviews. The dessert of this five-course menu is the concluding volume 5, featuring a conversation with the firm's four partners-Jakob Steib, Patrick Gmür, Michael Geschwentner, and Matthias Kyburz-as they discuss topics that are key to their architectural work.

Our recent past has been shaped by the repercussions of the pandemic (lockdown, isolation, distance, immobility, and so on). This turn of events has clearly influenced architecture: there is renewed demand for a more direct link with the outside, more proximity and more contact. The exhibition presents buildings and projects of this period (2020-23) and and discusses the circumstances under which they were created. This is more than a presentation of the results: this monografie also reflect on the unexpected occurrences that affected (or even, sometimes, explained) the work and the moment.Text: Toni Catany, Gabriel Ramon, Aldo Amoretti.

First comprehensive monograph about the tropical architecture of Godwin and Hopwood in Nigeria After studying at the Architectural Association in London, John Godwin and Gillian Hopwood moved to Nigeria, where they significantly shaped the country's architectural landscape for more than sixty years. When Nigeria became independent in 1960 following British dominance since the 19th century, the couple worked to create architecture that was site-specific, modern, and adapted to the climate relevant to Nigeria's aspirational political and economic policies. In this richly illustrated monograph, organised by typology, Ben Tosland examines Godwin and Hopwood's form of tropical modernism and illuminates its contemporary meanings and concluding with its relevance in times of the climate crisis. First comprehensive monograph about the architecture of Godwin and Hopwood Image-rich publication on one of the most important architectural practices for post-colonial, independent Nigeria Insightful findings for passive structural cooling techniques

Countering the phenomenon of sprawl in the often anonymous or chaotic urban periphery, the Oassis neighborhood in Lausanne takes a unique approach based on urbanity and hybridization. Located on a former industrial wasteland in the west of the city, Oassis reflects the compositional principles of the traditional city, while also engaging in the dynamics of ecological transition and climate resilience. This 'urban fragment' is both an urban fabric, compatible with future developments in the neighborhood, and an architectural object characterized by urbanity. The contemporary challenges of regenerating suburban areas are addressed here through diverse development programs and a profusion of gardens. Skilful combination of economic, ecological and social factors with high-quality architecture With unpublished documents and specially commissioned photographs

Are You a Model? explores the model as architectural tool and practice. The volume approaches architectural models not as categorical objects but through questions such as: What determines a model's functions and agencies? When in the design process does it unfold its power and when has it served its purpose? Based on nine overarching questions, the book brings together interdisciplinary voices from architecture, art history as well as architectural and curatorial practice, and software engineering. 31 contributions interweave perspectives from various disciplines and geographies, and reveal surprising affinities rather than seeking conclusive answers. Models are thus not classified according to time of origin, genre, or material, but rather understood as an epistemologically diverse practice.

Verbessern Pflanzen das Stadtklima? Wie kann Grün in der Architektur die urbane Hitzebildung reduzieren, die Feinstaubbildung vermindern, den städtischen Lärmpegel senken und das Wohlbefinden der Menschen steigern? Das Handbuch zum Gebäudegrün richtet sich an die Bürgerschaft ebenso wie an Architekten und Bauherrn. Es liefert Antworten auf die am häufigsten gestellten Fragen - von der Bestandsbegrünung bis zur Neubaubegrünung, von Einsparungen durch Gebäudegrün bis zu finanziellen Förderungen und von praktischen Tipps zur Pflanzenwahl bis zu ökologischen Auswirkungen auf das Stadtklima. Es ist an der Zeit - und viele Beispiele in Deutschland und weltweit zeigen, dass Grünbauten möglich und wachsende Realität sind.

After its careful renovation by David Chipperfield Architects, the ballroom Hasenheide 13 will serve as an exhibition venue for the Sammlung Wemhöner from 2025 onwards. Reason enough to review the eventful and lively history of the place in order to respectfully continue its history as a meeting place: a history that already began before the construction of the ballroom at the end of the nineteenth century, and in a certain way also exemplarily reflects the development of Berlin over the past 150 years. This publication invites you to follow Lothar Uebel's research and embark on a voyage of discovery that tells of fascinating episodes of an institution that deserves to continue to be a witness to Berlin's constantly changing face. Monograph on a famous Berlin ballroom soon to be remodeled by David Chipperfield Architects and turned into an arts venue Extensive historic images, contemporary book design

The Liebling Haus in Tel Aviv was built in 1936 to designs by architect Dov Karmi for Tony and Max Liebling after they fled from Europe. With its bright plaster facades, deep balconies, clear proportions, and a layout tailored to the regional climate, it serves as a prime example of the locally adapted International Style that is typical of the White City of Tel Aviv. From 2015 to 2019, the building was extensively restored by Israeli and German planners, renovation experts, and craftspersons, reopening as a vibrant exhibition and community center. The Liebling Haus is supported and funded by the German Federal Government, the City of Tel Aviv, and the Tel Aviv-Jaffa Foundation. The book, published in three languages, tells the eventful history of the structure and gathers detailed historical materials about its architecture and residents. Current interviews, an atmospheric tour by Israeli photographer Yael Schmidt, and other documents showcase the new use of the Liebling Haus since its reopening.

Eine Auswahl unverwechselbarer Kreationen des bekannten deutschen Designers und vom Studio, das seinen Namen trägt.

Restaurants als Erlebnis für alle Sinne! Tasteful zeigt Raumgestaltungen, die das Essen fast zur Nebensache machen.Die sich ständig verändernde Gastronomielandschaft begeistert immer wieder mit neuen Ideen und Konzepten - in diesem Buch finden sich zahlreiche Beweise dafür. Von eleganten Fine-Dining-Restaurants bis hin zu urbanen Cafés werden Gastronomien vorgestellt, die durch ihre Raumgestaltung Esskultur neu definieren. Erhalten Sie Einblicke in Designs, deren Ziel die Schaffung einladender Atmosphäre ist - sei es durch die Auswahl des Mobiliars, die Beleuchtung oder die Einbeziehung von Designobjekten.Als Nachfolger des gestalten Bestsellers Appetizer überzeugt Tasteful durch seine kuratierte Auswahl einer Vielzahl von Stilen aus den unterschiedlichsten Regionen der Welt und dient damit auch als Reiseführer für erlebnishungrige Feinschmecker und alle, die beim Restaurantbesuch gern über den Tellerrand hinaus schauen.

A curated survey of the legendary Portuguese architect's most interesting buildings, photographed by Duccio Malagamba The renowned Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza is widely regarded as one of the most important architects of the 20th and 21st centuries. Recognized with numerous awards throughout his career, his architectural works are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, characterized by their elegant simplicity, careful attention to detail, and harmonious integration with the surrounding environment. Conceived together with acclaimed architectural photographer Duccio Malagamba, the book reflects twenty compelling global projects personally selected by Siza, with each feature accompanied by the architect's inspired hand drawings. The features are additionally illustrated by Malagamba's photography, reflecting the enduring relationship between the two men for the last three decades. Siza's work has had a significant impact on younger generations of architects, and his approach to architecture, rooted in careful observation and a deep understanding of the human experience, has influenced countless designers around the world. Born in Portugal in 1933, Siza has received much international recognition, including the Pritzker Prize, the RIBA Royal Gold Medal, and the Japanese Praemium Imperiale and his unique approach to space and volume continues to inspire contemporary designers and architects today. This book offers a unique opportunity to look at his work through his selection of 20 projects in Belgium, Brazil, France, Germany, Portugal, South Korea, and Spain, shown through his personal drawings and Duccio Malagamba's elegant photography.|A curated survey of the legendary Portuguese architect's most interesting buildings, photographed by Duccio Malagamba| Álvaro Joaquim de Melo Siza Vieira is a Portuguese architect, designer, and architectural educator. He is internationally known as Álvaro Siza and in Portugal as Siza Vieira. Born in 1933, he is considered one of Portugal's greatest architects. He has received honorary degrees from and taught in universities around the world, including Portugal, the United States, Switzerland, and South America. His work has been the subject of numerous books and exhibitions, and he has been honoured with many awards, including the 1992 Pritzker Prize, the 'European Award for Architecture' from the Economic European Community/Mies van der Rohe Foundation, and the Gold Medal of the Alvar Aalto Foundation. Duccio Malagamba is an Italian architectural photographer. A trained architect, he applies this eye for design to his photography, collaborating with studios such as Herzog & de Meuron, Coop Himmelb(l)au, and Rafael Moneo, among others. He has been awarded 'Lux' National Photography Prizes by the Spanish Association of Professional Photographers on four occasions and his photographs are featured regularly by specialized magazines and publishing houses worldwide.

The classic and definitive monograph on iconic architect Mies van der Rohe This is the most readable, comprehensive, and beautiful book ever published on one of the twentieth century's most influential architects, now available with a stunning new cover. Known for the beauty and purity of his work, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe built remarkable houses, skyscrapers, museums, and multibuilding campuses. Accompanied by more than 700 drawings, photographs, plans, and diagrams, Mertins' rich and highly readable text traces the aesthetic and intellectual context for all of Mies van der Rohe's work, with in-depth discussions of his most important buildings and projects. The clarity of Mies's architecture belies the diversity of his interests, which included philosophy and science as well as design, and Mertin's rigorous and accessible text gives the reader a clear description of all the most important of Mies's buildings as well as the intellectual contexts for their design. Includes such buildings as: the Barcelona Pavilion in Spain; the Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic; S. R. Crown Hall at the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, USA; and the New National Gallery in Berlin, Germany. |The classic and most definitive monograph on iconic architect Mies van der Rohe| 'Puts Mies's work back at the center of the architectural debate.' - Barry Bergdoll, Acting Chief Curator of Architecture and Design at MoMA 'A formidable commitment to understanding both the man and the work.' - John Pawson 'By providing a rich texture of details, Professor Mertins succeeds in making his book an enlightening and enjoyable journey for both serious students of architecture and design as well as those interested in learning more about the creative genius [Mies van der Rohe].' - Maurice D. Parrish, Executive Director of the Farnsworth House 'Do we need another book on the master of universal space, heir to the Platonic ideal, and pursuer of the perfectly understated environment? For those interested in the intellectual context of the work - in Mies as philosopher-architect - the answer is yes.' - Library Journal, Starred Review 'A hulking new monograph.' -  The Wall Street Journal 'Designers and design buffs seeking to understand this giant better make room on their shelves for Mies.' -  Interior Design 'If you've been coveting the definitive guide to one of the world's most celebrated architects, this epic volume is worth the splurge.' -  The New York Post '... A fascinating survey of the architect's intellectual concerns: questions of the body and soul, technology and nature, and the individual and the community. Complemented by over 700 photographs, sketches, and architectural plans, this text ranks highly in the Mies van der Rohe corpus.' -  Publishers Weekly, Starred Review 'There is no lack of writing on Mies van der Rohe... However, Detlef Mertin's new book ought to make the list of the handful of exceptional, definitive volumes... Stunning photography, impeccable historical research and an obvious ear for philosophy comprise each of the six sections of its 528 pages, creating a book that is an extraordinary, beautiful intellectual journey and a rethinking of the function of the political in architecture.' -  Identity 'A monumental monograph on the legendary architect sheds new light on the godfather of modernism.' -  Metropolis 'What marks out Mertins's study is its unremitting focus on the ideas that shaped Mies's designs, and on how this son of an Aachen stonemason came to create a form of architecture that spoke a universal language and gave a defining three-dimensional form to a self-consciously modern era.' -  Telegraph 'A new generation is discovering that Mies's avocation of craft and quality are key to the architecture of simplicity. Stuffed full of photographs, plans, and archival material, [Mies] is the new benchmark.' -  Wallpaper 'Mertins' hefty and lavishly illustrated volume is ambitiously comprehensive... It challenges us to question all previous assumptions we may have entertained about the architect... One of the greatest virtues of Mertins' Mies, one which distinguishes this work from the many monographic studies of the architect, is a deeply ingrained historiographic consciousness... The author's thorough knowledge [is not used] towards recycling the same arguments, but as the foundational material to contribute something new... Mertins' book asks us to reconsider the very genre of the architectural monograph.' -  Architectural Review | The American architectural theorist  Detlef Mertins  made lasting contributions to the theory and history of modernism in architecture, art, philosophy, and urbanism. He taught widely, including professorships at the universities of Pennsylvania, Toronto, Columbia, Harvard, Princeton, and Rice. During his career, he published numerous books and articles to great acclaim.

The most complete monograph on the pioneering modernist.' - Fast Company This acclaimed book is the most comprehensive published on architect and designer Marcel Breuer (1902-1981), looking in detail at all the houses, furniture, and public buildings he designed in Europe and the United States - from his beginning at the Bauhaus through his collaboration with Walter Gropius, and the establishment of his own practice in the USA. Written by acclaimed architect and writer Robert McCarter, the first edition of this book was described as a 'serious study' (Financial Times) that would help in 'realigning Breuer's position in the canon of modern masters' (TLS). The complete monograph on the last of the first generation of Modernist architects, Breuer is the only book that examines both his design as well as his architecture, with detailed descriptions of his work - including commercial, residential, furniture, and unrealized projects, including all of his iconic furniture (such as the Wassily and Cesca chairs) and buildings (including the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris and the Whitney Museum in New York). Back in print due to popular demand, this new edition has a beautiful new cover featuring the global headquarters of Sotheby's in New York.

An exclusive look inside world-renowned architect Peter Marino's private, residential projects In this stunning new collection, internationally acclaimed architect Peter Marino shares a look inside his private, residential projects. In contrast to the architecture and design for his luxury commercial clients - including Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, and Tiffany & Co. - the residences featured are ones where Marino was allowed almost unlimited creative freedom in both the architectural planning and interior design. Through ten chapters (nine completed residences and a tenth chapter of in-progress houses) with more than 200 images, this book provides a behind-the-scenes look into Marino's remarkable range of work across the globe with residences in: Southampton and Sagaponack, New York; Aspen, Colorado; Miami, Florida; Summerlin, Nevada; Malibu, California; Faqra, Lebanon; the Dominican Republic; Ramatuelle and St. Barts, France; Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos; and Skorpios, Greece. This is the first book on Peter Marino's residential architecture, and readers can gain insight into his practice and approach to residential design through a preface by Marino himself, an introduction by Pilar Viladas, and profiles of each residence by Sam Lubell.|An exclusive look inside world-renowned architect Peter Marino's private, residential projects| Peter Marino is the principal of Peter Marino Architect PLLC, the New York-based architecture firm he founded in 1978. His work includes award-winning residential, retail, cultural, and hospitality projects worldwide. An avid collector and patron of the arts, Marino is known for integrating art within his architectural designs and has commissioned more than 300 site-specific, original works of art from prominent contemporary artists. Pilar Viladas writes about design and architecture. The former design editor of T: The New York Times Style Magazine, she is the author of three books, and has written for Architectural Digest, Town & Country, W, and Surface, among others. Sam Lubell has written eight books about architecture, including California Captured and two travel guides to mid-century modern architecture in the USA, all from Phaidon. He is a contributing editor at The Architect's Newspaper and writes for the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, The Atlantic, Architectural Record, Architectural Review, and other publications.

Featuring exquisite photographs of every structure the architect designed from scratch or incorporated into a historical building, this elegant volume is as sumptuous and inviting as a Scarpa interior. Although he was not widely known during his lifetime, Carlo Scarpa has in the past-half century become one of the most revered of modern architects. His passion for integrating the ancient with the modern, the natural with the built environment, and the sensual qualities of glass, wood and stone, makes him the perfect architect for this moment, when the preservation of historic buildings and sensitivity to environmental impact is of supreme importance. As authoritative as it is attractive, this book features balanced introduction to Scarpa's work, weighing the opinions of both champions and critics of his work. More than 200 photographs and their accompanying illuminating texts capture the astounding beauty of Scarpa's designs, allowing readers to experience the interplay of light, texture and line in a way that is second only to viewing the works in person. Arguably the most definitive volume available on this consummate craftsman and artist, this book explores Scarpa's lasting legacy of meticulous craftsmanship, respect for tradition, and a deep understanding of the relationship between architecture, nature, and human experience.

The first book-length scholarly study of one of the most influential creators of comics' Bronze Age

A biographical study of the poet and painter Dante Gabriel Rossetti, and his sister Christina, focusing on their artistic pursuits and relationships with other members of the Pre-Raphaelite movement.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Benjamin West was one of the most celebrated artists of the 18th century, and his rise to fame is the subject of this absorbing biography by John Galt. Drawing on extensive archival research and personal interviews, Galt traces West's early years in Pennsylvania, his training in Italy, and his ascent to the presidency of the Royal Academy of London. Along the way, readers will learn about the political, social, and artistic forces that shaped West's life and career.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This fascinating biography offers a detailed portrait of the life and work of the famous 19th-century illustrator George Cruickshank. Written by his friend and colleague Walter Hamilton, it includes many of Cruickshank's most famous drawings, as well as a rare example of one of his engraved bank notes.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This collection of biographical studies provides a fascinating look at the lives of several important artists and writers. The book includes essays on William Morris, Walter Crane, John Ruskin, and more. Written in an engaging style, this book will appeal to anyone interested in the history of art and literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.