WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD. A definitive classic, Lewis Mumford's massive historical study brings together a wide array of evidence — from the earliest group habitats to medieval towns to …
We architecture fans get a poor look-in when modern architec- ture is being discussed. All too quickly, the discussion becomes a tussle between producers and consumers: the producers-archi- tects-m…
The fourth seminar of the Aga Khan Award series, "Architectural Transforma-tion in the Islamic World," represented an attempt to outline those aspects of architectural history which could be useful…
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Housing in Hong Kong: A Multidisciplinary Study" examines the complex landscape of housing in one of the world's most densely populated cities. This study explores the multifaceted challenges assoc…
Barrier-Free Residential Design" focuses on creating living spaces that are accessible and inclusive for individuals of all abilities. The work emphasizes the importance of thoughtful design in eli…
Building high-density housing is a diverse and challenging task for planners and architects. This book presents international projects which document the complexity of the task, from the design of …
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Architecture in Asia has altered dramatically since the mid-1940s when most of the countries on the continent achieved independence. The rate of change has been unprecedented and the scale of devel…
Newly designed and containing 40 percent completely new content, Time-Saver Standards for Landscape Architecture, Second Edition, continues to be the most complete source of site construction stand…