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The fundamental change that hotel architecture has undergone recently makes it one fo the most thrilling fields of architecture to follow. Today, design and functionality go hand in hand, and each project in New Perspectives: Designer Hotels takes that extra step beyond the basics to provide details that add texture, beauty, even drama to daily life. Dozens of striking building designs are spotlighted here, including a remarkable building with a double-layer glass façade with living plants between the layers. (Its like a giant terrarium, and just as cool.) Extensive full-color photographs, commentary, plans, and construction details give the facts behind the fantastic designs.

Without an engaging and appealing ambience, any budding club or bar will have a hard time drawing patrons in ? and that?s what the designers of these successful establishments had in mind when coming up with these truly original spaces.This diverse collection is an excellent cross-section of some of the most cutting-edge wining-and-dining hotspots in the world.

If cabins make you think of lumberjacks...of Camp Grenada, circa 1974...of Deliverance...then you need a copy of Superb Cabins. Paul Bunyan would be proud to call any of these twenty-five magnificent cabins home for himself and Babe. Each cabin has been designed to maximize limited living spaces and create a warm, appealing place for living, relaxing, and entertaining. Full-color photographs, ground plans and sketches, and in-depth technical commentary by the architects themselves make these cabins truly inviting for design professionals everywhere.

In this period at the end of the century that has been given the name of the age of consumerism, new solutions have had to be found in order to face the increasing demand for commercial spaces. The new shopping malls and hypermarkets have had to increase their power of attraction with recreational and cultural facilities. Architects face these new challenges with the aim of integrating consumption and leisure, without forgetting the inherent architectural and functional values of the most brilliant and innovative examples of the latest tendencies.

With ever-increasing numbers of savvy customers, and the growing exchange of information on destinations, hotels have discovered that they must constantly keep upgrading and improving in order to hold their appeal for discriminating travelers. The innovative designs in Hotel Design redefine the concept of what a hotel should be, from a design standpoint as well as the consumer standpoint. With thorough documentation, floor plans, the architects? own sketches and notes, and hundreds of glowing color photos, Hotel Design is a great place to settle down for a long stay.

This book is proof positive that, in the hands of a creative architect, evenhe most tightly "trapped" buildings can be "set free" via a skilfuleworking of floor space, windows, stairwells or facades. Limited spaceoesn't mean limited solutions! This inspiring work is exhaustivelyocumented with textual information provided by the architects themselves,loor plans and gorgeous full-colour photographs

This fully illustrated work features dozens of apartment and loft interiors from around the world—all created by internationally renowned architects and designers. The book focuses on the technical aspects of each project and on the ingenious solutions employed in adapting fixtures and furniture to a range of uses for more efficient uses of space. Each of the projects is beautifully illustrated with full-color photographs, floor plans, and sketches. Including every step of the design process—from conception to execution—this guide is indispensable for anyone working in the fields of architecture, interior design, interior decorating and furniture design. 240 pages 8 3/4" x 8 3/4" 350 color and 120 b&w illustrations hardbound 8-49626-311-8

These works feature a wide range of different uses of wood in home construction. Each of the projects is clearly explained by the designers themselves. Within this worldwide selection, several of the projects are located in the USA. All of the examples selected share the highest degree of architectural quality due to innovative uses of wood as well as the architects? outspoken bid for environmentally sustainable construction. Included in this volume are sophisticated residences, contemporary homes, and small but remarkable wood-cabins. Outstanding photographs accompany the working plans and a clear text, to achieve an optimal communication of these buildings? main features, the materials used and their defining characteristics.

Some 25 spectacular houses are presented in this third volume of the brilliant Houses Now series. This publication takes us behind the façades and into the minds of the contributing architects, leaving no facet unexplored. Undeniably contemporary, these projects were all chosen for their ability to inspire and break away from the norm. Hundreds of colour photographs and floor plans bring the reader closer to the featured projects, while explanatory texts, contributed by the architects themselves, offer invaluable insight into the work behind the scenes. An inspirational selection of projects make this book an indispensable reference for all those interested in small-scale residential architecture.