57 results (0,22432 seconds)

Show all filters

Brand

Merchant

Price (EUR)

Reset filter

Products
From
Shops

The Architecture Drawing Book: RIBA Collections

The Architecture Drawing Book: RIBA Collections

A club house in a castle in the West End of London complete with battlements and turrets from 1882. A design for the post-war reconstruction of the City of London in 1945. A fantasy landscape featuring Le Corbusier’s Capriccio of Notre-Dame du Haut in ruins. A section of a 19th-century townhouse showing a slice of the staircase wallpaper winding from deep navy on the ground floor to pale sky blue at the top. This is a treasury of architectural drawing from the 16th century to the present day. Exploring both how and why architects draw it offers a rich visual history from Palladio Inigo Jones and Augustus Pugin to contemporaries such as Richard Rogers Foster Associates and Zaha Hadid via Sir Christopher Wren George Gilbert Scott and Erno Goldfinger and everything else in between. From back-of-envelope concept sketches to painstaking pen and ink perspectives exploded axonometrics and born-digital drawings this book celebrates the full gamut of architectural representation. With over 200 lush full-colour reproductions this is a window into soul of architectural drawing over the past five hundred years. Includes newly digitised never-seen-before material from the RIBA Collections one of the largest architectural archives in the world. Explores rare drawings and designs from John Nash Sir Edwin Lutyens Frank Lloyd Wright and many more. Insightful commentary alongside each drawing ensures that they are as accessible and engaging as possible. Wide-ranging in scope this book will both inspire and inform. | The Architecture Drawing Book: RIBA Collections

GBP 45.00
1

Colour and Create Architecture Georgie Finds a Home

Colour and Create Architecture Georgie Finds a Home

Introducing children to the visual language of architecture in a fun creative and engaging way this book is packed with scenes to colour recreate add to and finish off. Featuring scenes from terraces to tower blocks and from skyscrapers (real and imagined) to fantastical scenes featuring pirate ships jungle tree-houses and castles this book features simple activities to encourage children to use their imagination memory and learning/exploration observation (encouraging them to explore their surroundings the architecture around them and the everyday) as well as formulating opinions and responses. Showcasing an exciting array of cross sections axos plans isometrics birds eye views and cutaways this book conveys in an exciting and joyful way the many different aspects of architecture. Both playful and informative this book is an ideal gift for those seeking ways to promote child development in an enjoyable and creative way. Introduces children to the fundamentals of architecture and architectural design in a fun and creative way Aids child development encouraging creativity questioning and observation and helping to develop spatial awareness and dexterity A beautiful object in its own right this book is designed to be personalised and cherished by the user A catalyst to unlock children’s imaginations this book will change the way children see the world around them. | Colour and Create Architecture Georgie Finds a Home

GBP 9.99
1

Lives in Architecture Peter Cook

Lives in Architecture Peter Cook

Peter Cook has been a pivotal figure within the architecture world for over half a century. He first came to international renown in the 1960s as a founder of the radical experimental group Archigram winners of the 2002 RIBA Royal Gold Medal. He is also former Director of the Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) London and Emeritus Professor and former Chair of the Bartlett School of Architecture (University College London). Suffused with Peter’s infectious energy enthusiasm and charm this intriguing memoir explores major themes in architecture through the lens of his life and work. Taking the reader on a journey through his colourful and wide-ranging career it touches on his early years and architectural education his relationships with key figures within the architecture community and his work teaching and lecturing internationally. It also provides an inside account of his leadership of the Bartlett for which he is frequently credited as a central figure in rescuing the reputation of a once-ailing now world-famous school of architecture. Featuring full-colour images of his most famous drawings including Archigram’s ‘Plug-in City’ and built works such as the Kunsthaus Graz in Austria and the Vienna Economics and Business University’s Department of Law and Central Administration Buildings this book is a window into the life of one of architecture’s most celebrated rebels. | Lives in Architecture Peter Cook

GBP 33.00
1

How to Thrive at Architecture School A Student Guide

How to Thrive at Architecture School A Student Guide

Studying architecture is hugely exciting and rewarding. It entails developing design skills problem-solving abilities and tapping into creativity as well as acquiring cultural technical and professional knowledge. This book is the go-to guide for students throughout their architectural education. It introduces architecture students to all they need to know to get on an architecture course thrive at school and be prepared for the realities of becoming a practising architect. Split into three main sections – Part I (BA or BSC in Architecture) Part II (Masters or Diploma) and Part III (Advanced Diploma in Professional Practice) – it offers direction on all aspects of an architectural education. These range from initial tutorials the first crit and essay-writing through to the development of final project and thesis work. Covering all bases it is a comprehensive guide for a student’s passage from university preparation through to undergraduate and graduate study and out into the profession. It features RIBA UK architecture schools and those validated overseas as well as a short final chapter on architectural education elsewhere in the world. | How to Thrive at Architecture School A Student Guide

GBP 24.00
1

Lives in Architecture Terry Farrell

Lives in Architecture Terry Farrell

Terry Farrell is one of Britain’s most influential architects of the twenty-first century. Offering a compelling personal account of his life in architecture as an influential postmodern designer architect-planner and principal of a leading global practice this autobiography includes anecdotes and invaluable insights into Terry’s life and work from the 1940s to the present day. An inside view of what it’s like to be an architect at the top of his profession this book also highlights what it takes to develop a successful international practice. Offers the inside view of what it is like to be an architect at the top of his profession including insights into the defining projects and watershed moments of Sir Terry Farrell's career Provides the inside story on some of Terry Farrell’s most significant buildings and projects including Charing Cross Station The MI6 Building Alban Gate and Beijing South Railway Station Abundantly illustrated with over 80 images including personal photos and images of key buildings. | Lives in Architecture Terry Farrell

GBP 33.00
1

Thrive A field guide for women in architecture

Thrive A field guide for women in architecture

Architecture needs women. How can the built environment be designed without the expert input of half the population? In spite of the significant number of women choosing to study architecture as undergraduates once qualified women remain in the minority. As professionals their expertise is often overlooked their work devalued and their contribution to the canon forgotten. Yet women’s work is critical to the sustainability of a profession that must aspire to design high-quality buildings for the whole of society. How can architecture attract recruit and retain women? And how can women find ways to thrive within it? Underpinned by inclusion internationalism and intersectionality this practical guide looks back as well as forward exploring the history of women working in architecture as well as interrogating the contemporary landscape. It provides guidance tips and examples for navigating key points in an architect’s career including education practice projects and promotion. Inspiring case studies of women and women-led practices consider what success means and how to negotiate a route to a fruitful career and a balanced life as an architect. The book covers women architects from all walks of life all sizes of practice and from all over the world including Jeanne Gang Yasmeen Lari and Anupama Kundoo as well as many other historical and contemporary women architects and emerging practices. Featuring guidance on: Understanding the barriers and history of women in architecture Expanding the opportunities and visibility of women in leading roles The importance of role models and mentoring. With a foreword by Jane Duncan OBE PPRIBA. | Thrive A field guide for women in architecture

GBP 35.00
1

Rescue and Reuse Communities Heritage and Architecture

Rescue and Reuse Communities Heritage and Architecture

Historic buildings and places play an essential role in the everyday lives of the people of the UK their cultural identity and the economy. They can inspire creativity and enterprise bring communities together and make people happier about where they live. This book explores how historic buildings across the UK have been brought back to life through the technical and enabling skills creativity and sensitivity of architects. Exemplar projects explored through richly illustrated case studies demonstrate the value to society of re-using historic buildings and will inspire a new generation of architects to get involved with community heritage projects at a time of great opportunity. Drawing on interviews with architects and their community clients this book explores the challenges that they face how they are overcome and the benefits that follow. | Rescue and Reuse Communities Heritage and Architecture

GBP 44.00
1

101 Rules of Thumb for Low-Energy Architecture

101 Rules of Thumb for Low-Energy Architecture

Buildings and construction are a major contributor to the climate and biodiversity emergency. They account for nearly 40% of energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. It is more important than ever for architects to design responsibly and create low-carbon low-energy buildings for a sustainable future. 101 Rules of Thumb sets out the essential elements of low-energy architecture in a fresh intuitive way. Where ever-changing technology and complex legislation can cloud the designer’s thought-process this book equips you with the fundamentals you need to minimise CO2 emissions design for low-energy use and work with not against the forces of nature. With reliable simple rules of thumb each page focuses on a single piece of guidance along with a clear hand-drawn illustration. The emphasis is on passive low-energy principles and the rules of thumb cover all the design fundamentals from site and location to orientation and form peppered with ideas to help the designer think outside the box drawing inspiration from traditional methods photoperiodic plants and the black-tailed prairie dog. An extended fully updated narrative bibliography explores the sources in detail and provides a valuable springboard for further study. Applicable throughout the world in any climate region 101 Rules of Thumb is a global primer to be dipped into at any time as a quick means of re-focusing on what’s important when designing a new or retrofitted low-energy building. The rules cover: Site and location Orientation and form The low-energy building envelope Carbon free heating cooling and lighting Passive low-energy principles. | 101 Rules of Thumb for Low-Energy Architecture

GBP 22.00
1

The Happy Design Toolkit Architecture for Better Mental Wellbeing

The Happy Design Toolkit Architecture for Better Mental Wellbeing

If you were to design a building that prioritises occupants’ happiness what would it look like? How would the materials form and layout support healthy ways of living and working? Delving into the evidenced-based research on architecture and mental wellbeing The Happy Design Toolkit helps you to create happier places. It explores how factors such as lighting comfort control over our environments and access to nature exercise and social interaction can impact how we feel. Easy-to-understand tips include bringing nature into your developments with roof gardens and living facades and countering social isolation with communal areas that encourage chance interaction. Each of the featured architectural interventions includes an analysis of the wellbeing benefits as well as the potential limitations or associated challenges. From sparking joy in individual homes and workplaces to encouraging healthier lifestyles through landscaping and urban design this book demonstrates how wellbeing concepts can be integrated across a range of scales and typologies. Packed with inspiration and advice The Happy Design Toolkit will breathe new life into your projects and help you create a happier and more inclusive built environment for everyone. Features real-world examples including Marmalade Lane co-housing by Mole Architects Francis Holland School by BDP Maggie’s Centre Oldham by dRMM Architects Kings Crescent Estate by Karakusevic Carson Architects and Happy Street by Yinka Ilori. Over 100 hand-drawn illustrations of design details and elevations. Essential reading for architects interior designers landscape architects and students. | The Happy Design Toolkit Architecture for Better Mental Wellbeing

GBP 37.00
1

Design Studio Vol. 1: Everything Needs to Change Architecture and the Climate Emergency

Design Studio Vol. 1: Everything Needs to Change Architecture and the Climate Emergency

Want to keep up with emerging design thinking and issues worldwide? Design Studio is a new thematic series that distils the most topical work and ideas from schools and practices globally. The first volume launches with a statement: Everything Needs to Change. Exploring architecture and the climate emergency editors Sofie Pelsmakers (author of Environmental Design Sourcebook) and Nick Newman (climate activist and Director at Studio Bark) are channelling the message of Greta Thunberg to inspire enthuse and inform the next generation of architects. Featuring articles building profiles and case studies from a range of leading voices it explores solutions to climatic environmental and social challenges. It urges readers to radically rethink what it means to be an architect in an era of climate crisis and what the role of the architect is or can be. Discover how using local materials working with nature radical design processes transformative learning and activism can help us find hope in the burning world. Together we can force change for a more sustainable and equitable tomorrow. This first volume is produced in four unique fluorescent colours – green red yellow and purple – to be your own poster for change. | Design Studio Vol. 1: Everything Needs to Change Architecture and the Climate Emergency

GBP 32.00
1

Machine Learning Architecture in the age of Artificial Intelligence

Machine Learning Architecture in the age of Artificial Intelligence

‘The advent of machine learning-based AI systems demands that our industry does not just share toys but builds a new sandbox in which to play with them. ’ - Phil Bernstein The profession is changing. A new era is rapidly approaching when computers will not merely be instruments for data creation manipulation and management but empowered by artificial intelligence they will become agents of design themselves. Architects need a strategy for facing the opportunities and threats of these emergent capabilities or risk being left behind. Architecture’s best-known technologist Phil Bernstein provides that strategy. Divided into three key sections – Process Relationships and Results – Machine Learning lays out an approach for anticipating understanding and managing a world in which computers often augment but may well also supplant knowledge workers like architects. Armed with this insight practices can take full advantage of the new technologies to future-proof their business. Features chapters on: Professionalism Tools and technologies Laws policy and risk Delivery means and methods Creating consuming and curating data Value propositions and business models. | Machine Learning Architecture in the age of Artificial Intelligence

GBP 37.00
1

Smart Buildings Technology and the Design of the Built Environment

Smart Buildings Technology and the Design of the Built Environment

How is technology shaping our built environment and changing the practice of architecture? This book explores how buildings and spaces are designed built used and better understood through technology. A practical guide to technical advances including Internet of Things (IoT) 3D printing innovative materials and robotics Smart Buildings also outlines the opportunities for architecture including improved communication flexibility wellbeing productivity and data collection. Bringing together multidisciplinary contributions and case studies from across the globe this book provides an inspiring practical guide on how technology can inspire new architectural ideas improving quality comfort health and wellbeing in the built environment | Smart Buildings Technology and the Design of the Built Environment

GBP 45.00
1

BIID Interior Design Project Book

BIID Interior Design Project Book

The touchstone guide to running projects from the British Institute of Interior Design (BIID). By setting out actions step-by-step this essential handbook identifies the key obligations of the interior designer at each project stage. Straightforward explanation is supplemented by invaluable checklists and templates. Featuring crucial advice on administering construction contracts it references the new RIBA/BIID Domestic Professional Services Contract 2020 for interior design services. Reflecting the RIBA Plan of Work 2020 and contemporary working practice it provides a systematic operational framework that can be applied to all types of projects. Comprehensive in scope with a logical structure it embraces the theme of collaboration within the project team. It also addresses post-occupancy evaluation modern methods of construction and sustainability. Suitable for projects within any industry sector and practice type from large international firms to sole practitioners it is accessible to designers with different levels of experience. | BIID Interior Design Project Book

GBP 65.00
1

Think Like An Architect How to develop critical creative and collaborative problem-solving skills

Think Like An Architect How to develop critical creative and collaborative problem-solving skills

Do you know how to think like an architect? Do you know why you should? How do you make sure that you have the critical thinking tools necessary to prosper in your academic and professional career? This book gives you the answers. Architects have a valuable and critical set of multiple thinking types that they develop throughout the design process. In this book Randy Deutsch shows readers how to access those thinking types and use them outside pure design thinking – showing how they can both solve problems but also identify the problems that need solving. To think the way the best architects do. With a clear driving narrative peppered with anecdote stories and real-life scenarios this book will future-proof the architectural student. Change is coming in the architecture profession and this is a much-needed exploration of the critical thinking skills that architects have in abundance but that are not taught well enough within architecture schools. These skills are crucial in being able to respond agilely to a future that nobody is quite sure of. | Think Like An Architect How to develop critical creative and collaborative problem-solving skills

GBP 33.00
1

Radical Housing Designing multi-generational and co-living housing for all

Radical Housing Designing multi-generational and co-living housing for all

Radical Housing explores the planning technical financial health-based and social background for developing multi-generational homes and co-living. Abundantly illustrated with case studies and plans from projects across the UK and abroad this book inform sand inspires the delivery of alternative approaches to affordable and flexible housing and is an essential text for architecture practitioners students and community groups. | Radical Housing Designing multi-generational and co-living housing for all

GBP 44.00
1

How To Win Work The architect's guide to business development and marketing

How To Win Work The architect's guide to business development and marketing

You are a great designer but no-one knows. Now what? This indispensable book written by one of the most influential marketers in architecture will demystify Public Relations and marketing for all architects whether in large practices or practicing as sole practitioners. It bridges the distance between architects and marketing by giving practical tips best practice and anecdotes from an author with 20 years’ experience in architecture marketing. It explains all aspects of PR and Business Development for architects: for example how to write a good press release; how to make a fee proposal; how to prepare for a pitch. It gives examples of how others do it well and the pitfalls to avoid. In addition it discusses more general aspects which are linked to PR and BD such as being a good employer ethics for architects and the challenges when working abroad. Featuring vital insights from a wide variety of architects from multinational practices to small offices this book is an essential companion to any architectural office. | How To Win Work The architect's guide to business development and marketing

GBP 34.00
1

Old Buildings New Ideas A Selective Architectural History of Additions Adaptations Reuse and Design Invention

Old Buildings New Ideas A Selective Architectural History of Additions Adaptations Reuse and Design Invention

Some architectural transformations are modest some are revolutionary. Shining a light on the hidden side of the accepted narrative of the history of architecture this book explores works which transform existing buildings to build a way forward through adaptations additions and visual shifts. Examining 30 buildings across Europe North America and South America spanning from the early Middle Ages to the end of the 20th century it demonstrates the creative possibilities of working with existing buildings. The book reveals how formal inventions can shape architecture and our environment over time in a built world constantly in a state of becoming. As we face a climate emergency it taps into our deep cultural knowledge about the inventive use and re-use of buildings. Generously illustrated with architectural plans and over 300 colour images it provides an alternative to the dominant view which sees conservation and preservation of historic buildings as a 20th century creation. | Old Buildings New Ideas A Selective Architectural History of Additions Adaptations Reuse and Design Invention

GBP 45.00
1

New Design for Old Buildings

New Design for Old Buildings

This book is a celebration of good new design for old buildings and the SPAB philosophy that good new architecture can sit happily alongside old and is preferable to pastiche. Endorsing the value of architects who are engaged to work in the historic environment this book explores design materials and technical considerations in creating the best low energy ecological and sustainable retrofits. It has never been more important to understand how old buildings can be adapted to make them useful and sustainable in the future. Showcasing the best examples of imaginative design and best practice this book illustrates how old buildings can be made sustainable through the best new design and puts these design exemplars into a historical and philosophical context. With illustrative case studies and interviews throughout including formal buildings churches domestic buildings commercial industrial and agricultural from all periods in the UK New Design for Old Buildings provides essential guidance on good imaginative new design for old buildings.

GBP 45.00
1

Dulwich Mid-Century Oasis

Dulwich Mid-Century Oasis

Dulwich’s mid-century modern architecture is increasingly recognised for its qualities of light landscape and lifestyle. In the 1950s 60s and 70s around 2 000 new homes were created to the most modern standards without destroying the qualities which had made Dulwich so attractive to previous generations. With both historic and new photography this book showcases the award-winning work of the Dulwich Estate’s architects Austin Vernon & Partners working with house builder Wates. Today there is much to be learned from the architects and landscape planners who saw their role as fundamental to building Britain’s modern society. | Dulwich Mid-Century Oasis

GBP 27.00
1

Environmental Design Sourcebook Innovative Ideas for a Sustainable Built Environment

Environmental Design Sourcebook Innovative Ideas for a Sustainable Built Environment

How do we design in a climate emergency? A new social and ecological prerogative demands appropriate material choices a re-invention of construction and evolving building programmes that look at lifecycle embodied energy and energy use. Highly illustrated with practical information and simple explanations for design ideas this book is the perfect introduction to sustainable design for architecture students. It presents key concepts in relation to the embodied energy of construction material properties and environmental performance of buildings in an accessible way. In explaining the principles and technologies by which we heat cool moderate and mitigate it demystifies environmental design as a technical exercise and enables students to create sustainable buildings with impact. Keep this sourcebook with you. Features: Amphibious House (Baca Architects) Ashen Cabin (HANNAH) Bunhill 2 Energy Centre (Ramboll Cullinan Studio McGurk Architects and Colloide) Cork House (Matthew Barnett Howland Oliver Wilton and Dido Milne) Dymaxion House (Richard Buckminster Fuller) Eastgate Centre (Mick Pearce) Neuron Pod (Will Alsop – aLL Design and AKT II) Quik House (Adam Kalkin) and Tension Pavilion (StructureMode and Weber Industries). Covers: Acoustics bamboo construction biopolymer bioremediation CLT climatic envelope computational fluid dynamics earthen architecture fabric formwork hempcrete insulation mycelium biofabrication paper construction passive solar heating pneumatic structures solar geometry tensegrity structures thermal mass and more. | Environmental Design Sourcebook Innovative Ideas for a Sustainable Built Environment

GBP 35.00
1

Good Practice Guide Business Resilience

Good Practice Guide Business Resilience

Architecture can be a high risk and low-income profession. Planning to manage risks is essential. Workloads tend to be cyclical and managing lean periods and booms whilst being prepared for the next downturn is a key requirement. This book is a how-to guide to build business resilience into your architectural practice offering methods for managing business-critical events and crises. It shows you how to analyse trouble pre-emptively tackle pitfalls and gives you confidence in decision-making to stay ahead. Featuring case studies with expert insight into sole shareholder and director experience of a small practice it’s aimed across all levels with straightforward honest and accessible advice. It is structured with people and organisations as the core framework exploring practice staff clients projects consultants and providers. It provides operational advice on the day-to-day running of practice and how to respond to disruption. | Good Practice Guide Business Resilience

GBP 32.00
1

Healthy Placemaking Wellbeing Through Urban Design

Healthy Placemaking Wellbeing Through Urban Design

In modern-day society the main threats to public health are now considered ‘avoidable illnesses’ which are often caused by a lack of exercise and physical activity. Research suggests that architectural and urban design strategies play an important role in reducing the amount of avoidable illnesses by enabling physical activity through healthier streets. Practitioners must now consider how they can encourage people to lead healthier lifestyles and improve health through urban design. This book presents the path to healthier cities through six core themes - urban planning walkable communities neighbourhood building blocks movement networks environmental integration and community empowerment. Each theme is presented with an overview of the issues the solutions and how to apply them practically with exemplars and precedents. It's an essential text that provides practitioners across urban design architecture master planning with the necessary knowledge and guidance to understand their role in producing healthier places and put it in to practice. | Healthy Placemaking Wellbeing Through Urban Design

GBP 37.00
1

Are you an inclusive designer?

Are you an inclusive designer?

Despite improvements in the last 20 years we still have a long way to go before all of our buildings places and spaces are easy and comfortable for all of us to use. This book puts forward a powerful case for a totally new attitude towards inclusivity and accessibility. Exploring both the social and the business cases for striving for better this book will empower architects to have more enlightened discussions with their clients about why we should be striving for better than the bare minimum and challenging the notion that inclusive design should be thought of reductively as simply a list of “special features” to be added to a final design or that inclusivity is only about wheelchair access. This book will be to help make inclusive design business as usual rather than something that is added on to address legislation at the end of the development process. Accessible and engaging this book will be an invaluable resource for students as well as practicing architects richly illustrated with case studies showing both good and bad examples of inclusive design and celebrating inclusion. | Are you an inclusive designer?

GBP 45.00
1

Taste A cultural history of the home interior

Taste A cultural history of the home interior

Democratic in intention and approach the book will argue that the home interior as independently created by the ‘amateur’ householder offers a continuous informal critique of shifting architectural styles (most notably with the advent of Modernism) and the design mainstream. Indeed it will suggest that the popular increasingly exerts an influence on the professional. Underpinned by academic rigour but not in thrall to it above all this book is an engaging attempt to identify the cultural drivers of aesthetic change in the home extrapolating the wider influence of ‘taste’ to a broad audience – both professional and ‘trade’. In so doing it will explore enthralling territory – money class power and influence. Illustrated with contemporary drawings and cartoons as well as photos the book will not only be an absorbing read but an enticing and attractive object in itself. | Taste A cultural history of the home interior

GBP 42.00
1

Age-friendly Housing

Age-friendly Housing

This book embeds the principles of how we should approach the design of future housing for an ageing population reminding us that this is not about ‘other people’ but about each of us. This book focuses on anticipating the needs and aspirations of the next generation of older people and touches on what this implies for our communities our towns and our cities as well as for our living spaces. It will look at how well-designed buildings can facilitate the provision of care support independence and wellbeing while providing companionship and stimulation. It will also examine how to ensure that buildings remain flexible over a long life. Dealing mainly with new-build but with a section on adaptation and refurbishment this book sets out the underlying design principles that should be applied and the early decisions that must be taken. | Age-friendly Housing

GBP 44.00
1