Dive into the world of cutting-edge architecture with 'Facades - A Visual Compendium of Modern Architectural Styles'. This remarkable hardback book, authored by the esteemed Oscar Riera Oueda and published by Prestel Publishing, is a must-have resource for architects, designers, and architecture enthusiasts alike. With dimensions of 185 x 240 mm and 448 pages of insightful content, this illustrated sourcebook showcases an array of modern building facades that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also innovative in their functionality.

Explore the intricate details of contemporary architecture as you journey through hundreds of stunning facades from around the globe. Each double-page spread features vibrant photographs taken from various angles, paired with engaging narratives that discuss the architectural significance of these modern masterpieces. Delve into unique designs such as the traditional mashrabiyas in Abu Dhabi that smartly adapt to light, the groundbreaking 'smog-eating' tiles of a Mexico City hospital, and the fascinating 'bio-adaptive' facade in Germany that integrates algae for energy and climate control.

This visual compendium serves as an invaluable resource, blending beauty with practical architectural insights. Perfect for professionals in architecture and design, it offers both inspiration and technical knowledge, catering to the creative minds striving for sustainable and innovative solutions in modern architecture.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary collection that celebrates the art of modern facades while providing useful information for your architectural projects.

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CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 185 x 240 mm
Pages: 448
Bind: hardback
Author: Oscar Riera Oueda Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Publication Date: 15-03-2019

This fascinating sourcebook presents the most remarkable, beautiful, and innovative building façades in contemporary architecture. A building’s façade sets the aesthetic tone for its entire design while serving a variety of functions, from regulating light and protecting against the elements to providing insulation for temperature and sound. This absorbing book details hundreds of examples of interesting and progressive façades from around the world. Presented in colorful double-page spreads, each façade is photographed from different angles and includes engaging texts that describe their significance. Readers can learn how traditional mashrabiyas in Abu Dhabi are being engineered to respond to light and to regulate heat, how a hospital in Mexico City has been constructed with “smog-eating” tiles, and how a “bio-adaptive” façade in Germany uses algae to generate energy and provide shade. Informative and accessible, this compendium is a highly useful resource for architects, engineers, and designers.

We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.