Materials in architecture
Explore the rich variety of resources focused on the materials used in architecture, showcasing their properties, applications, and impact on design. Ideal for architects, students, and enthusiasts, this category provides insights into the essential elements that shape structures and environments. From innovative materials to classic choices, discover how these fundamentals influence both aesthetics and functionality in architectural projects.
Mycelium Resources in Architecture and Design
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Anatomy of Change: Architecture and Time in Ticino
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Designing Questions. A Reader on Speculative Design, Storytelling and World-Building
Stefan Zinell, Anab Jain, Nikolas Heep
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Architectonics of Game Spaces The Spatial Logic of the Virtual and Its Meaning for the Real
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Holzbauten S, M, L / Timber Buildings S, M, L: 30 x Architektur und Konstruktion / 30 x Architecture and Construction
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Atelier Scheidegger Keller: Workbook
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Townscapes in Transition Transformation and Reorganization of Italian Cities and Their Architecture in the Interwar Period
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Oswald Mathias Ungers and Rem Koolhaas Recalibrating Architecture in the 1970s
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Size Matters Understanding Monumentality Across Ancient Civilizations
Federico Buccellati, Sebastian Hageneuer, Sylva van der Heyden, Felix Levenson
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American Framing: The Same Something for Everyone
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Aires Mateus: Book of Models
Francisco Aires Mateus, Manuel Aires Mateus
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Mauerwerksbauten S, M, L / Brick Buildings S, M, L: 30 x Architektur und Konstruktion / 30 x Architecture and Construction
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Mass Made Units: Studies on Assemblies
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Towards Transformation: The 33.3 % Attitude. Zurich
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Building with Earth: Design and Technology of a Sustainable Architecture Fifth and revised edition
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Casa Rossa: Ein Beitrag nachhaltiger Baukultur
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Concrete Architecture: The Ultimate Collection
Phaidon Editors, Greg Goldin, Sam Lubell
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Heinz Isler: Built Experiments - Entrepreneurial Networks
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Mies van der Rohe: Space - Material - Detail
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Pitsou Kedem Architects: Twenty-Five Selected Projects
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225 Farben / 225 Colors: Eine Auswahl für Maler und Denkmalpfleger, Architekten und Gestalter / A Selection for Painters and Conservators, Architects and Designers
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Experimental Diagrams in Architecture: Construction and Design Manual
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Aalto in Detail: A Catalogue of Components
Céline Dietziker, Lukas Gruntz
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Category „Materials in architecture“
The world of architecture is rich and diverse, and understanding the materials that shape our built environment is essential for both aspiring architects and seasoned professionals. This category delves into the various materials used in architecture, offering insights into their properties, applications, and the innovative techniques that have emerged over time.
From ancient structures constructed with stone and timber to modern skyscrapers utilizing glass and steel, each material tells a story of practicality, aesthetic appeal, and sustainability. Books focused on materials in architecture explore not only the technical aspects but also the historical contexts that led to their widespread use. Readers will find discussions on traditional materials, as well as contemporary advancements, that encourage sustainable practices and innovative uses in architectural design.
This category serves an essential purpose for those studying architecture, engineers, designers, and anyone interested in how materials influence the built environment. Whether one is exploring the tactile qualities of wood, the durability of concrete, or the thermal performance of insulation materials, knowledge in this area is critical for informed decision-making in design and construction.
Through thoughtful exploration of materials, architects and builders can create spaces that are not only functional but also environmentally responsible and aesthetically pleasing. The books within this category provide valuable insights into new trends and technologies that promote efficiency and sustainability in building practices.
The contributions of various authors and publishers ensure a well-rounded perspective on this subject, offering a blend of scholarly articles, practical guides, and case studies that highlight the materials that form the backbone of architecture. Each resource is a stepping stone for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of how materials can be utilized in innovative ways to bring vision and creativity to life in architecture.