A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Santa Fe Modern: Contemporary Design in the High Desert by Helen Thompson, photographs by Casey Dunn The Monacelli Press , November 2021 Hardcover | 8 x 10 inches | 240 pages | English | ISBN: 9781580935616 | $50.00 is also the author of Marfa Modern and Texas Made, Texas Modern [.] She lives in Santa Fe.

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Modern Art Glass Landscape 115

Deezen

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Materials like warm-toned ipe wood create a modern take on Brazilian modernism Inside the penthouse, marbles sourced from Paran and warm-toned ipe wood create a dramatic and contemporary take on Brazilian modernism. His other recent work in South America includes a skyscraper in Ecuador that was unveiled last year.

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Modern Windows Roofing Contemporary 115

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

JUNE 27, 2022

Here is the next installment of "Book Briefs," the series of occasional posts featuring short first-hand descriptions of some of the numerous books that publishers send to me for consideration on this blog. means of engaging ecosystems and behaviors."

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Modern Visualization Construction Construction 98

ArchDaily

JUNE 27, 2023

Admittedly, the rise in public interest in contemporary architecture that followed the creation of the Pritzker Prize in 1979 (Foster was the 1999 winner) has been focused on forms and personalities more than on substance. Philip Johnson, the first winner of the shiny award, made his view clear: “Architecture is art, nothing else.”

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A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Here is the next installment of "Book Briefs," the series of occasional posts featuring short first-hand descriptions of some of the numerous books that publishers send to me for consideration on this blog. Accordingly, small projects (e.g.,

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Landscape Project Government Architect 105

Deezen

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Continuing our mid-century modernism series , we take a look at the iconic Egg chair , which was designed by Danish architect Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the former SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. It is often said that Jacobsen's inspiration was the 1948 Womb chair, designed by his contemporary, architect Eero Saarinen.

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Modern Materials Manufacturing Construction 122

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

JUNE 19, 2023

The most recent numbered installment of "Book Briefs," the series of occasional posts featuring short first-hand descriptions of some of the numerous books that publishers send to me for consideration on this blog, was #48, back in December. At that time I also mentioned an in-progress "Brief" with eight books — here they are.

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Modern Students Cities Materials 93

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Here is the next installment of "Book Briefs," the series of occasional posts featuring short first-hand descriptions of some of the numerous books that publishers send to me for consideration on this blog. This installment features three books put out by Altrim Publishers : one case study and two travel guides. for elephants ?!

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Cities Modern Landscape Installation 98

Dwell

JANUARY 2, 2024

Their vision was to create a modern house nestled in the backyard while preserving the charm of their existing 1940s, 850-square-foot Arts and Crafts bungalow. Their vision was to create a modern house nestled in the backyard while preserving the charm of their existing 1940s, 850-square-foot Arts and Crafts bungalow.

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Finishes Home Structural Engineering Utilities 133

Deezen

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

In our latest lookbook , we spotlight eight bedrooms with statement bedside tables that provide contemporary alternatives to run-of-the-mill stools and cabinets. To save space for books, cups and ornaments on the small shelf, a bulb has been draped across the ceiling and suspended overhead for use as a bedside light.

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Modern Inspiration Visualization Finishes 116

Architizer

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Architecture and its adventurous cousin Interior Design have long since been the keystone of the coffee-table book market, with hundreds of magnificent books published yearly. 100 Contemporary Houses We’ll start by keeping it simple: 100 Contemporary Houses by Philip Jodidio of the Architecture Now! Learn more.

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Architecture Inspiration Contemporary Residential 103

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

JULY 25, 2022

Recent contemporary monographs feature WG Clark, Grafton Architects, Hermann Hertzberger, Steven Holl, and MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects, while the historical monographs are devoted to Alvar Aalto, Marcel Breuer, Aldo van Eyck , Louis I.

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Sketching Art Visualization Education 102

Bustler

APRIL 24, 2023

The shortlist has been announced for the inaugural Architectural Book Awards. The awards were open to any book published in 2020, 2021, or 2022, with genres spanning history, biographies, buildings, practice, typologies, technical, and guides.

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Architecture Contemporary Housing Modern 98

Deezen

AUGUST 29, 2024

Promotion: the eighth edition of design exhibition Look Book hosted almost 70 brands over three days at this year's design fair International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF). At this year's Look Book, the collective displayed its Tloque series, made in collaboration with designer Taller Batán and informed by life cycles in nature.

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Manufacturing Design Technique Information 105

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

AUGUST 15, 2022

Here is the next installment of "Book Briefs," the series of occasional posts featuring short first-hand descriptions of some of the numerous books that publishers send to me for consideration on this blog. Verify in Field: Projects and Coversations Höweler Yoon by Eric Höweler and J. in the Details."

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Firms Visualization Installation Innovation 94

Dwell

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

This notion—that comfort is paramount in making a space feel like home—is explored in full detail in Witold Rybczynski’s Home: A Short History of an Idea , a book I first encountered in the depths of my father’s office, and read, cover to cover, as a pretentious young person with a passing interest in interiors.

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Home Mining Contemporary Concept 111

Architizer

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. The post The Sole Practitioner: Centerfield Studio Builds Architecture for Modern Life appeared first on Journal.

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Modern Remodeling Building Architecture 107

Architizer

APRIL 25, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. As I reach for a book tucked away on my bookshelf, I experience a sudden rush of nostalgia. Order your copy today.

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Architecture Information Design Visualization 99

Architizer

AUGUST 18, 2022

Whether you’re nestled under a tree in a local park, reclined poolside in an exotic location, or simply sitting with a glass of something ice cold watching the sun drop down beyond the horizon, spending a few hours with your nose stuck in a captivating book during the long summer days is one of life’s greatest pleasures. On Bramante.

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Architecture Landscape Contemporary Education 100

Architizer

AUGUST 20, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. This careful interplay of textures and colors revitalizes the space, ensuring it feels both historically grounded and refreshingly modern.

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Contemporary Interior Architecture Visualization 103

Urban Design Associates

JUNE 28, 2024

And there is nothing more relaxing than curling up in front of a roaring fire with a glass of wine and a good book. Contemporary but authentic. Modern mountain home architecture and design masterfully blend into the natural environment with sustainable materials and a luxurious indoor/outdoor experience. Contact UDA, LTD.

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Modern Landscape Environment Contemporary 98

Architizer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. emerged in 2023 at the Xinyang Book Market. Order your copy today. Order your copy today.

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Materials Modern Technique Sustainability 110

SW Oregon Architect

MARCH 10, 2024

I dusted off one of the old books from my collection this weekend. If I understand Hubbard’s thesis correctly, Complicity and Conviction was his critique of contemporary architecture at the height of the 1970s-1980s modernism vs. post-modernism debate. professor William Hubbard a challenge to read.

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Architecture Modern Contemporary Structure 189

SW Oregon Architect

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

It is not about clinging to traditional forms or avoiding contemporary styles, but rather about creating spaces that speak to universal human experiences. The design team envisioned the library not just as a repository for books but as a civic landmark, a place for learning, connection, and quiet reflection.

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Architecture Inspiration Materials Structure 217

Architizer

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. The contemporary museum is a time-traveler of sorts, bringing the past and the present face to face with mesmerizing acuity.

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Modern Architect Art Contemporary 126

Deezen

DECEMBER 30, 2023

Midcentury modern pieces like lamp fixtures, peacock chairs, and wood panelling create a unique contemporary vibe rooted in the past," Dreamers Welcome said. The post Puerto Rico guesthouse by Dreamers Welcome features retro-modern interiors appeared first on Dezeen.

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Modern Interior Glass Management 119

Architizer

AUGUST 6, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. Order Book Now 4. Order your copy today. Once a niche field, architectural photography is now a crucial part of the design world.

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Technique Contemporary Architecture Visualization 108

Architizer

JULY 7, 2023

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. Revisiting the typologies of the past through a contemporary lens can yield exciting, fresh perspectives. Order your copy today.

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Contemporary Project Architecture Design 107

Bustler

JULY 23, 2023

The World Architecture Festival (WAF) has announced the inaugural winners of its brand-new Architecture Book of the Year Awards. The program honors seven select Category Winners along with three Special Prizes as selected by an esteemed panel of judges from more than 100 entries of architecture books published between 2020 and last year.

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Architecture Visualization Cities Contemporary 98

Landscape Architecture Magazine

MARCH 16, 2023

the book examines how landscapes responded to and shaped ideas about health, wellness, and politics over the past two centuries of American life. The first part of the book, titled “Infectious Terrains,” consists chiefly of a revisionist history of the American built environment from the 19th to the middle of the 20th century.

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Landscape Government Cities Environment 98

Deezen

MAY 22, 2023

Promotion: a range of contemporary furniture designers will showcase their work as part of Look Book, a networking event presented by Dezeen as part of WantedDesign Manhattan. Based on Vancouver Island, the studio aims to create furnishings that add a contemporary touch to the modern home.

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Events Design Contemporary Manufacturing 98

designboom

JANUARY 24, 2023

the type is historically based on winkelmann's time and presented in a modern and contemporary expression. The post sebastian moock visualizes the history of queer identity with contemporary typology appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Visualization Contemporary Modern Architecture 98

Architizer

MARCH 7, 2024

At some point in the school year, a student in my AP Literature class will ask the dreaded question: what is “Modernism?” Even though modern art seems “weird” to casual museum-goers, there was a method to the madness. Modern artists rejected representational conventions in pursuit of honest expression.

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Modern Architecture Art Windows 130

Design Thoughts Architects

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Project Architects: Ar.Luqman, Ar.Mahantesh Mr Manoj is one of our most esteemed clients at Design Thoughts, and we are excited to kick-start his modern-contemporary fusion duplex home design in Odisha soon. He wanted a four to five-BHK contemporary home and explained that he likes a unique modern exterior design.

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Exterior Contemporary Modern Space 52

Architizer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The latest edition of “ Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture ” — a stunning, hardbound book celebrating the most inspiring contemporary architecture from around the globe — is now available. He published nearly forty books, with his writings starting as early as 1910. Order your copy today.

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Foundation Architecture Modern Contemporary 125

Dwell

MAY 24, 2023

But as I watched this development over the past year, something tripped me up: Kris and Khloé were moving into modern farmhouses. He opens his 1933 book Flight from the City with a narrative that feels familiar even today. In Calabasas, you don’t have the contemporary farmhouse [style]. But that narrative might be too simple.

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Modern Real Estate Cities Home 122

Habitus Living

JUNE 27, 2023

An understated yet effective aspect of this project is the architectural sleight of hand — while creating a physical extension, it also aesthetically blends the inside with the outside, forming a cohesive design language that dances between traditional and contemporary.

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Contemporary Roofing Innovation Zoning 96