Collection
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Landscape architecture mediates between nature and buildings in its task to develop open spaces into habitats for people. Today, this task implies ecological problem solving in addition to aesthetics. Fruitful combination of organic and constructed environments results in communicative spaces of great social sig- nificance. Using high-quality image material, detailed plans and explanatory texts, the pres-ent volume looks across the full spectrum of contemporary landscape architecture. In addition to the classical fields of gardens and parks, the book also examines the latest trends like green facades, interior gardens and land art. Collection: Land-scape Architecture is a refreshing and informative tour of green oases around the world.
Office construction is one of the largest building tasks today. Architects and designers face the challenge of creating buildings and spaces that are functional yet stylish. This title presents 170 of the most interesting office projects of the past years, which range from small-scale two-roomed offices to vast corporate buildings that comprise more than 100 stories. Open-plan offices, single-roomed bureaus, group offices, office landscapes as well as new concepts such as just-in-time-offices and business clubs are presented in a variety of combinations. Striking photos and illustrations convey innovative design solutions that give new definitions to workplaces.