Podľa vydavateľstva Lonely Planet patrí medzi 10 najkrajších stavieb sveta jednoznačne Tádž Mahal, Guggenheimovo múzeum, palác Potala, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Sagrada Familia, Imámova mešita, Zimný palác, Crac des Chevaliers, múzeum Oscara Niemeyera a Hagia Sofia. Ich architektúra je príkladom dokonalého umenia, tak ako ňou oplývajú aj mnohé ďalšie stavby, ktoré sa, bohužiaľ, do rebríčka nedostali. Kníhkupectvá vám ponúkajú rôzne knihy, pomocou ktorých sa môžete o architektúre veľa naučiť a zároveň tiež spoznávať krajiny sveta.
Mountains, valleys, weather conditions and open spaces become the foundations and support to fresh ways of artistic expression that do not adhere to the conventional walled boundaries of museums or art galleries.
he New York-based Fox & Fowle Architects is recognised worldwide as one of the shapers of the new city. Their work spans some twenty-five years, during which they have won numerous national and international awards for their diverse portfolio. Fox & Fowle believe in "enriching the built environment" ...
"Tropical Minimal" integrates the most pleasurable aspects of tropical living with a very contemporary sensibility to create an entirely new and exciting trend in interior design. Selected from the best examples from Brazil to Singapore, and photographed specially for this volume, house interiors are ...
In the seventeen years since Ben van Berkel and Caroline Bos established their studio in Amsterdam, they have continually pushed the boundaries of contemporary architecture, seeking new design practices and building solutions. With major projects recently completed or approaching completion in Germany, ...
Situated on the banks of the river Rhine, and home to an exuberant carnival, Cologne welcomes tourist and business travelers alike to its lively art scene and dynamic business community. Whether in its atmospheric Altstadt or in one of its dynamic newer districts, there are many exciting dining destinations, ...
The Stirling Prize is one of the world\''s most prestigious and best-known architectural awards. It is awarded annually by the Royal Institute of British Architects to the architects whose building has made the greatest contribution in the past year to the evolution of architecture and the built environment.
Today, architecture is not always only about buildings but also about the spaces between them. This is the first book to showcase the best and most diverse examples of public space from all over the world. Architectural authority, Sarah Gaventa, considers new public spaces all over the world within themed ...
This visual survey covers the styles that have had the greatest impact on the interiors of British and American domestic architecture. The book is designed for owners of period homes, restorers, architects and those interested in building heritage.
Architecture in Europe has always been characterized by an inimitable variety of style. Also current architecture, from Estonia to Spain, between Norway, Germany and Greece is inspired by the creative interaction of international design trends with the unparalleled and individual architectural language ...
Master innovator: Challenging accepted notions of architectureFrom emergency relief shelters to a cardboard cathedral and exhibition spaces in shipping containers, Pritzker-prize winning architect Shigeru Ban has made his name with his restlessly inventive response to material and situation, as much ...
The combination of architecture and vacations is highly inspiring. It promises relaxation and pleasure, beauty and style, all in one. Each of the vacation domiciles presented here can fulfill even the most discerning demands of a traveling architect. All lodgings are unique architectural jewels with ...
A variety of beautifully-illustrated case studies of small houses ingeniously designed to maximize their limited space make this an indespenable sourcebook. Featuring thorough technical information -ground plans, materials, specifications on furniture and fixtures- this book provides information on every ...
Podkrovia sa v posledných rokoch renovujú na priestory, kde sa existujúca štruktúra začleňuje do každodennej architektúry. V dôsledku toho sa staré továrne a sklady transformovali na domácnosti a kancelárie, obchodné domy alebo ateliéry a dielne. Pôvodná architektúra týchto priestorov je charakteristická ...
Minimalist Interiors responds to the modern inner urge to pare down and slow down felt by many. These are serene, uncluttered havens from the outside world, achieved through the harmonious application of concepts central to zen: simplicity, inner calm, harmony. Transferred to the sanctuary of the home, ...
From the foldable home to the blow-up inhabitable spaces, a daring spirit pervades each project in this collection of creative solutions in mobile architecture. All projects are illustrated with colour photographs, with accompanying floor plans and information provided by the architects and designers.
Každé mesto žije svojím vlastným životom, má svoj šarm, ktorý je hlboko zakorenený v jeho histórii, architektúre a obyvateľoch. Je svedkom minulosti a súčasnosti, odráža obyvateľov a ich myslenie, cítenie aj život. V knihe je opísaných pätnásť miest, ktoré vynikajú svojou krásou, významnou architektúrou, ...
New construction techniques using steel, concrete and glass allowed buildings to benefit from natural light, and at night they were illuminated by light coming out through large windows. Today, artificial illumination is also a principal element for shop windows and advertising boards. One of the determining ...
Brick by Brick The world''s most innovative brick buildings Of all building materials in the world, brick is one of the most enduring and ubiquitous. Traces of brickmaking date back to 7500 BC and fired brick first made its appearance in about 3500 BC. Since then, the trusty brick has shown amazing resilience ...
Katedrála sv. Víta na Pražském hradě je jedním ze symbolů české státnosti; místo korunovace a pohřebiště českých králů, sídlo arcibiskupů, místo konání státních ceremonií a v neposlední řadě i velmi vyhledávaná turistická atrakce. Předkládaná publikace od renomovaných odborníků představuje historii chrámu, ...
Kniha Architektúra pohyblivého obrazu obsahuje třiatřicet autorských esejů, které profesor Imro Vaško pravidelně píše pro slovenský časopis ARCH. Publikace je doplněna úvodní analytickou studií, zabývající se profesním křížením architektonického navrhování s kinematografickou iluzí v nové digitálně-virtuální ...
