Australia architecture & design

La piel arquitectónica ¿puede tener vida propia? ¿Cómo ha cambiado el rostro de nuestros edificios y de nuestras ciudades en los últimos años? ¿Cuáles son las principales causas de las transformaciones que afectan a los límites? La autora nos propone una lectura de la fachada como máscara de la arquitectura, filtro en el que se registran los devenires naturales y los cambios impuestos por la evolución tecnológica, el consumo y la moda. Un recorrido que nos conduce desde la máscara primitiva a la máscara electrónica, entendida como interfaz entre el cuerpo y el paisaje natural y ...

A major critical study by noted architect and researcher Ramón Gutiérrez on the different phases of the history and evolution of the architectural patrimony of Paraguay spanning from primitive and colonial times to present days. The book includes a large collection of period photographs and color reproductions of the watercolors of the city of Asuncion done between 1855 and 1856 by French traveler Francisco Vincent of colonial and old Asuncion that graphically document how the original urban profile of Asunción has paid the tribute of the urban development and progress sacrificing its most ...

Barcelona is a city renowned for its daring design sense where all kinds of commercial spaces have been remodelled or newly created by adventurous architects and interior designers. This book focuses on a wide range of shops distinguished not only for their original architecture and innovative design but also for the uniqueness of the products they sell and for the manner in which they are displayed. ? This indispensable guide to the finest retail spaces in Barcelona is conveniently formatted to fit into any handbag, backpack, or briefcase and includes a site map for ease of use. ? Lavishly...

For the first time ever a monograph dedicated to the temporary projects and personal designs created by world-renowned architect Enric Miralles.A quick perusal of the pages makes it patently clear that for Miralles the word temporary could never be synonymous with minor. From the design of the pergolas in the Olympic Village in Barcelona to the changing sets of an Opera that premiered in his own studio each work is a celebration of space, time and movement. 16 projects are featured.