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How To Architect
Doug Patt

$19.95 – Paperback book / Mit Press

The word "architect" is a noun, but Doug Patt uses it as a verb--coining a term and making a point about using parts of speech and parts of buildings in new ways. Changing the function of a word, or a room, can produce s... Buy or find out more 


Singapore Shophouse
J. Davison And L.I.Tettoni

$59.95 – Hardcover book / Thames And Hudson

The Singapore shophouse is an architectural gem - a particular building form that is unique to the island. This book traces its development from rudimentary shophouse through various incarnations of decorative style - Ne... Buy or find out more 



The Future Of Architecture Since 1889
Jean-Louis Cohen

$79.95 – Hardcover book /

Truly far-ranging -- both conceptually and geographically -- The Future of Architecture Since 1889 is a rich, compelling history that will shape future thinking out this period for years to come. Jean-Louis Cohen, one of... Buy or find out more 


A Visual Inventory
John Pawson

$59.95 – Hardcover book /

John Pawson's career as an architect and designer spans a variety of sizes and programs: from bowls to bridges, and monasteries to Calvin Klein stores. In addition to his acclaimed design work, he is the author of Phaido... Buy or find out more 



Under The Edge: Peter Stutchbury
Ewan McEoin

$89.95 – Hardcover book /

This elegant book brings the work of Peter Stutchbury to a greater audience. It includes critical essays on his work by his friend Richard Leplastrier and Professor Brit Andresen, and by Ingerid Helsing Almaas, Editor of... Buy or find out more 


Beautiful Ugly: The Architectural Photography Of John Gollings
Joe Rollo

$120.00 – Hardcover book / Thames And Hudson

For more than 40 years John Gollings has been the photographer of choice, the go-to-guy for scores of architects. 'Beautiful Ugly' takes a look, in words, pictures and recollections, at the art of Gollings' photography a... Buy or find out more 



The Encyclopedia Of Australian Architecture
Philip Goad Julie Wills

$150.00 – Hardcover book / Cambridge Univ Pres

Behind the iconic images of Australian homesteads, beach houses and the billowing sails of the Sydney Opera House lies a rich and enthralling history of how Australians have responded to natural and urban environments, a... Buy or find out more 


Adolf Loos Why A Man Should Be Well Dressed
Adolf Loos

$21.00 – Paperback book / Verlag Ged Hatje

Throughout his life Adolf Loos raised his eloquent voice against the squandering of fine materials, frivolous ornamentation and unnecessary embellishments. His admirers consider him to be the inspiration for all modern a... Buy or find out more 



Form Follows Nature
Rudolf Finsterwalder

$140.00 – Hardcover book / Springer Verlag

Since the beginning of time mankind has dealt with nature as a role model, goal and challenge in its model of perfection. Nature is in many different ways a pool for the productive human being, but also a counterpoint to... Buy or find out more 


21st Century Architecture Beach Houses
Stephen Crafti

$59.99 – Hardcover book / Alpha Records

Australians and New Zealanders are drawn to the coast. Whether it's a permanent abode or a simple fibro shack, the sound of the surf and the feel of sand beneath one's feet are perennially appealing. This latest beach ho... Buy or find out more 



Nano House Innovations For Small Dwellings
Phyllis Richardson

$41.95 – Hardcover book / Thames And Hudson

Space is at a premium in growing cities. In the countryside, we want to preserve nature and the landscape. In impoverished parts of the world, the necessity for sustainable and economical shelter is stronger than ever.Li... Buy or find out more 


How The City Moved To Mr Sun
Sun

$58.00 – Paperback book /

Urbanisation is the driver behind China's economic, political and social advances, with the Chinese media reporting that 183 Chinese cities now aim to develop and present themselves as modern international metropolises. ... Buy or find out more 



Sustainable House
Michael Mobbs

$45.00 – Paperback book / Choice Books

Whether youre planning to build or renovate, whether you in live in an apartment or a house, Sustainable House is the essential guide to help you achieve an environmentally friendly home. It includes advice on converting... Buy or find out more 


Victorian Modern
Robin Boyd

$99.95 – Paperback book / Robin Boyd Foundation

Robin Boyd published his first book ‘Victorian Modern: 111 years of modern architecture in Victoria’ in 1947. Just prior to his death in 1971 Robin was in discussions with publishers to arrange a new edition of this impo... Buy or find out more 



The Phaidon Atlas Of 21st Century World Architecture: Travel Edition
Phaidon

$29.95 – Paperback book /

A condensed version of the Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture, this travel edition is pocket sized and portable, ideal for the holiday or business traveller. Organized geographically and illustrated with gl... Buy or find out more 


Modern Construction Envelopes
Watts Andrew Ph

$180.00 – Hardcover book / Springer Verlag

SModern Construction Envelopes is based on the two books by Andrew Watts SModern Construction Roofs and SModern Construction Facades . Both volumes have been gathered into one single volume and unified in terms on conten... Buy or find out more 



70 80 90: Iconic Australian Houses
Karen McCartney

$79.99 – Hardcover book / Murdoch Books

In this follow-up to the design classic 50/60/70 Iconic Australian Houses, Karen McCartney, founding editor of interiors magazine Inside Out has compiled a selection of significant examples of Australian houses of the 19... Buy or find out more 


Living In The Endless City
R Burdett

$79.95 – Hardcover book /

The companion of Phaidon's popular The Endless City, Living in the Endless City will add the cities of Mumbai, Sao Paulo and Istanbul to the six cities of the first volume with the same mix of compelling photographs, in-... Buy or find out more 



Forty-Six Square Metres Of Land Doesn't Normally Become A House
Stuart Harrison

$70.00 – Hardcover book / Thames And Hudson

This book starts on the front cover and ends on the back with no empty pages in between - to maximize available space. Which is what the book is about. With the largest houses in the world and ever-increasing suburban sp... Buy or find out more 


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