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These substantial volumes on art periods vividly portray the most important achievements from the areas of European architecture, sculpture, and painting. The impressive photographs of works from all visual arts movements are at the center of these richly illustrated volumes. The books successfully provide an overview of the artistic diversity of the individual periods, and they couldn't have been written and illustrated any more clearly. The informative and interesting texts have been written by renowned authors from the fields of history, architecture and art history, providing a multifaceted view of each period. These books are a real pleasure for anyone with an interest in art.

Illustrated with some 900 color photographs and reproductions, this volume explores the complexities of Neoclassicism and Romanticism in architecture and art through in-depth articles by eleven scholars, and reveals how these seemingly antithetical styles are in fact closely related. The book looks at Europe from the renewed interest in the art and architecture of classical antiquity in the mid-18th century (following the excavations of Herculaneum and Pompeii and the arrival of new architectural theories) through the effusions of the mid-19th century, and presents the work of such artists as Johann Heinrich Füssli, Eugène Delacroix, J.M.W. Turner, William Blake, and Francisco de Goya.

When Crown Prince Gustaf returned from Versailles in 1771 to ascend the throne of Sweden, he was determined to give his country a leading place in Europe culturally as well as politically. He fostered the international movement of Neoclassicism, which in Sweden took on a freshness distinctive to the country, alongside the influences of France, England and Germany.

Neoclassicism in the North presents twenty houses and apartments in marvellously evocative, specially commissioned photographs, alongside plans and original drawings. From royal salons with exquisite Pompeian ornament to modest spatter-painted Biedermeier halls, the beautiful Neoclassical houses of Sweden are of unique value today not only because of their superb craftsmanship but also as a stimulus to contemporary decorators.

Born and raised in Vienna, Richard Neutra (1872-1970) came to America early in his career, settling in California. His influence on post-war architecture is undisputed, the sunny climate and rich landscape being particularly suited to his cool, sleek modern style. Neutra had a keen appreciation for the relationship between people and nature; his trademark plate glass walls, and ceilings which turn into deep overhangs, have the effect of connecting indoor and outdoor space. Neutra's ability to incorporate technology, aesthetics, science, and nature into his designs won him recognition as one of Modernist architecture's greatest talents.

About the Series:
Every book in TASCHEN's Basic Art Series features:

* a detailed chronological summary of the artist's life and work, covering the cultural and historical importance of the artist
* approximately 100 color illustrations with explanatory captions
* a concise biography

In the architecture of Richard Neutra (1892-1970), inside and outside find their perfect modernist harmony. 

As the Californian sun glints off sleek building surfaces, vast glass panel walls allow panoramic views over mountains, gardens, palm trees, and pools. Neutra moved to the United States from his native Vienna in 1923 and settled in Los Angeles. He displayed his affinity with architectural settings early on with the Lovell House, set on a landscaped hill with views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica Mountains. Later projects such as the Kaufmann House and Nesbitt House would continue this blend of art, landscape, and living comfort, with Neutra's clients often receiving detailed questionnaires to define their precise needs. 

This richly illustrated architect introduction presents the defining projects of Neutra's career. As crisp structures nestle amid natural wonders, we celebrate a particularly holistic brand of modernism which incorporated the ragged lines and changing colours of nature as much as the pared-down geometries of the International Style.

About the series: 

Each book in TASCHEN’s Basic Architecture series features:
- an introduction to the life and work of the architect
- the major works in chronological order
- information about the clients, architectural preconditions as well as construction problems and resolutions
- a list of all the selected works and a map indicating the locations of the best and most famous buildings
- approximately 120 illustrations (photographs, sketches, drafts, and plans)

All of Richard Neutra's works gathered together in one volume

Originally from Vienna, Richard Neutra came to America early in his career, settling in California. His influence on post-war architecture is undisputed, the sunny climate and rich landscape being particularly suited to his cool, sleek modern style.

For the first time, all of Neutra's works (nearly 300 private homes, schools, and public buildings) are gathered together in one volume, illustrated by over 1000 photographs, including those of Julius Shulman and other prominent photographers.

This book embodies some of the latest trends in interior design, displaying the work of innovative architects from around the world, who project a unique vision of interior spaces limited only by the extent of their imagination. new apartment design is intended for those who wish to transform their home into a personalized space in which to experience sensations, colours, forms and textures that reflect a contemporary aesthetic and the personality of its inhabitant.

There comes a time for most young urban dwellers when they tire of futons on the floor and brick-and-board bookshelves. That's when they discover that decorating an apartment comes with a unique set of problems. Most people don't want to spend a lot of money renovating a place they may live in for just a year or two, and landlords can be picky about renovations such as enlarging rooms by knocking down walls. The New Apartment Book illustrates how to create a stylish home in limited space on a middle-class budget, whether your preferred look is upscale-funky or clean and spare. Though many of the examples feature light, roomy, well-proportioned apartments, many are also designed around elements that one might consider a problem: a tiny kitchen, a bathroom with no storage, an odd brick wall, or a single living/sleeping area. Treat these as interesting design features and use the space creatively, as this book does, and bingo! No more problem. The "smart tips" scattered throughout are easy and fast. Although there are a few rather dull step-by-step projects for lampshades and the like at the end of the book, The New Apartment Book really shines as an inspiring guide to the possibilities of an average apartment or condominium.

Lack of space and growing demand have made the twentieth century the age of the vertical dwelling. This book's fine selection of designs exemplifies the various solutions which a number of architects, ranging from well-known architects to those who are just starting their careers, have chosen when designing apartments and blocks of flats. In this volume, a great profusion of notes, plans, construction details, materials and photographs illustrate the silent revolution of the vertical dwelling.

Young architects in the UK are making a name for themselves, not just because of the buildings they design, but also because of the ethos they share – one that embraces concern for the environment and makes a virtue of limited budgets. In New Arcadians, Lucy Bullivant profiles 18 cutting-edge UK-based practices, presenting recent key projects as well as interviews with the architects. The architects’ ecological awareness is evident in a wide range of schemes, from Nord’s Shingle House in Dungeness, Kent, which makes use of sustainable and recyclable materials, to GroundLab’s Flowing Gardens for the 2011 World Horticultural Expo at Xi’an, China, an inspiring example of urban regeneration. Other projects employ ecologically intelligent building materials or demonstrate a commitment to protecting and increasing biodiversity. Complete with an introduction exploring key trends in contemporary British architecture and full biographies of all the featured practices, New Arcadians is an exciting overview of the work and attitudes of a rising generation of UK architects who are reinvigorating the profession.

• Profiles the most dynamic and innovative new architectural practices in Britain today
• Showcases a wide variety of recent projects, big and small, public and private, both in the UK and abroad
• Over 250 illustrations, including plans, sketches and images by leading architectural photographers

This informative and beautifully illustrated book showcases projects of all types, sizes and budgets from the last decade in Japan, and includes museums, private houses, schools, shops, hospitals, airports and chapels. Both cutting-edge, emerging young practices – such as Sou Fijimoto and Junya Ishigami – and established, internationally known architects – among them Toyo Ito, Tadao Ando, Kengo Kuma and SANAA – are featured, as are international practices working in Japan (such as Rogers Stirk Harbour, Foster + Partners and Herzog & de Meuron). Stunning images by leading architectural photographer Edmund Sumner are accompanied by accessible critical texts and drawings. This illuminating survey is essential not just for architects and designers but also for anyone fascinated by Japan's unique – and increasing – influence on architecture worldwide.

Profiles more than 100 architectural projects from the last decade
A compelling reference for architects, urban planners, designers and anyone interested in contemporary Japanese architecture

The Asian boom of the last decade created an unprecedented arena for architectural adventure and experimentation, an environment in which Andrew Bromberg immersed himself and thrived. Aedas was at the epicenter of this ferment, in part due to its significant presence in Hong Kong preceding the boom, and then in large part due to the furious energy and passion that Bromberg brought to the firm when he joined in 2002.

New Architecture in the Emerging World chronicles the diverse range of projects designed by Andrew Bromberg for Aedas between 2002 and 2010. It highlights the exceptional design versatility and ingenuity Bromberg displayed in order to address Asia’s extremely varied clients, sites, architectural programmes, schedules and cultural parameters.

In tracing the intertwined fortunes of Bromberg, Aedas and the Asian continent at a time when the world’s economic centre of gravity appeared, at least for a while, to have permanently tilted to the east, New Architecture in the Emerging World provides an unparalleled survey of the phantasmagorical experience it turned out to be.

Table of Contents

New Art Deco in Designers' Eyes
-New Art Deco Style, the story of people and their lives
-New Art Deco, New and Surprising Experiences
-New Art Deco Style, A variation of the circular theme
-New Art Deco Style, Aesthetic Details
-New Art Deco Style, to Characterise a Space
Art Deco
-Furniture & Furnishings
-Materials & Textures
-Craftworks
-Implementation in Projects
Mix & Match
-Tradition & Modernity
-East & West
-Colours
-Functions
-Implementation in Projects
Eastern Classicism
-New Eastern Elements
-New Chinese Classic Furniture
-Implementation in Projects
New Baroque
-Curving
-Artworks
-Luxury Styles
-Implementation in Projects

Participating firms:-

Alberto Pinto
Andrew Onraet
ATELIER HEISS ZT GmbH
Cheryl Rowley Design, Inc.
Department of ARCHITECTURE Co., Ltd.
designstudiolimited
Elia Felices interiorismo
Hashimoto Yukio Design Studio
HBA/Hirsch Bedner Associates
II BY IV Design
ISA STEIN Studio, Jacinta Mössenböck
Joey Ho
Joseph Wong Design Associates
Kelly Hoppen
Louis Kahn Architect
MVE & PartnersPTang Studio Ltd
Seyhan Özdemir & Sefer Çaðlar
Sixx Design- Robert and Cortney Novogratz
Tsao Studio
Tarfa Salam

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This book has carefully selected more than forty Asian residential developments which have been distributed into three cultural districts, namely East Asia, Southeast Asia and West Asia. In this way, it conveys that in different Asian areas, architects have different understandings and practices on neo-Asianism architecture. The three areas mentioned above have the most representative architectural styles in Asia, thus the projects, which are selected, are mainly sourced from well-known architects’ products. Thousands of high definition pictures and detailed design explanation explore the breakthrough and changes of Asian architecture in terms of design style and development mode in this new era. More architects are expected to join this field to improve Asian architectural style through their own practice and efforts.

Project Introduction:

East Asia Cultural District

I’m Mark, Huizhou, China
Zendai • West Town, Zhujiajiao, Shanghai, China
Wharf • Times Palace, Changzhou, China
Topspring • Hidden Valley, Hangzhou, China
T Residence, Tokyo, Japan
Gemdale • Art Wonderland, Shanghai, China
Poly • Transcending Xitang, Zhejiang, China
Jiangnan Run Garden, Jiaxing, China
Dongdu • Qingzhu, Shanghai, China
R Residence, Tokyo, Japan
Intefeel, Osaka, Japan
Vanke V Park, Shanghai, China
Courtyards by the Canal, Beijing, China
Print of Landscape • Villa Park, Hangzhou, China
The World, Guangzhou, China

Southeast Asia Cultural District

The Greenwood, Singapore
Hillcrest Villa, Singapore
Kovan Residences, Singapore
OLA Residences, Singapore
Parkview Eclat, Singapore
Rama2 House, Bangkok, Thailand
Samujana, Thailand
DW-House, Singapore
Dune Residences, Vietnam
East Ledang, Johor, Malaysia
The Peak @ Balmeg, Singapore
Rosewood Suites, Singapore
AEQUA Residence Condominiums, Thailand
MahaNakhon, Bangkok, Thailand
Saladaeng Residences, Bangkok, Thailand
ShaSa Resort & Residences in Koh Samui, Thailand
185 Rajadamri, Bangkok, Thailand
The River, Bangkok, Thailand
8 Nassim Hill, Singapore
Pearl Island, Singapore
The House, Metro Manila, the Philippines
The Eva, Bangkok, Thailand

West Asia Cultural District

Saadiyat Beach Villas, United Arab Emirates
The Residences at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Limassol Marina, Cyprus
Rihan Heights, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Princess Tower, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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