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The book analyses a selection of 10 houses and 14 buildings constructed in Costa Rica from 2000 to 2005 and that represent the current urban San Jose's growth trends. The domestic architecture reflects a higher purchasing power with an appreciation oh natural surroundings, the office and industrial buildings are aimed some at rescuing the historic downtown area while others were constructed in the suburban area of the city. Includes biographies of mentioned architects.

"Monographic edition dedicated to study the life and modernistic designs of architect Henonin (b. Mexico, lives and works in Los Angeles, CA since 1984) with a guide to review his architectural legacy in the cities of Guadalajara and México as well as in theUnited States. Henonin was part of the first generation to graduate from the Architecture School of the University and one of the first architects of the city of Guadalajara"--Provided by vendor.

Written by three architectural journalists, this book offers an a-to-z look at 100 of the world’s best architects, from the Madrid-based team Abalos & Herreros to Peter Zumthor, one of the most important figures on the Swiss architectural scene. The two-page spreads combine analytical text with a selection of stunning photos showing the architects’ most famous works, while providing an overview of the varied nature of architecture today. Such luminaries as Frank Gehry, Michael Graves, Maya Lin, and Richard Meier, are discusssed along with the accomplishments of Japanese architects Kenzo...

Barcelona confinada dentro de sus límites administrativos puede quedar ahogada por la carencia de territorio y recursos para seguir creciendo. Agotado el territorio en el que expandirse, las ciudades modernas miran hacia su espacio interior, como único ámbito posible donde orientar su necesaria modernización. Barcelona está obligada a hacerlo si no quiere quedar atrás.¿Deberíamos declarar la ciudad de Barcelona como ciudad terminada? ¿Qué nuevas realidades urbanas comportaría? ¿Cuáles serían las consecuencias urbanísticas y qué resoluciones podrían derivarse? El autor analiza ...