Ulf Nordfjell’s architecturally designed gardens have been widely publicised both in Sweden and abroad. Here he shares his extensive knowledge about garden architecture and design, about the choice of plants and about the relationship to the surrounding nature. Ulf Nordfjell’s portrait of the twelve gardens and Jerry Harpur’s photographs make this an exceptional garden book.

Language: Swedish
Pages: 192
Illustrations: 175 Color Illustrations.
Size: 11“ x 9“
Binding: Hardbound
Subcategory: Landscape Architecture
Edition:
Weight: 2.75
ISBN: 9.78915E+12
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl. Bios. Cat. of exh. Index.


Code: 6235
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: New

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With this exhibition, a peak at the future generation of architecture in Norway is offered by taking a look at the younger architects. Their projects often demonstrate untraditional solutions and new thinking, both when it comes to shapes and materials used. As such, their works can be an inspiration.

Language: Norwegian
Pages: 50
Illustrations: 45 Color Illustrations. 1 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 13“ x 9“
Binding: Hardbound
Subcategory: Survey
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Weight: 0.50
ISBN: 8275320097
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Location of Exhibition:
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Code: 3441
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

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Though Tallinn is best known for its medieval Old Town, there are also numerous examples of 20th century architecture. This guide caters to anyone interested in these remarkable modern developments in Estonian architecture. The 155 buildings included in this book can be found easily by walking throughout the city. Index of Architects, Artists and Designers. Index of Streets in Tallinn.

Language: English
Pages: 142
Illustrations: 255 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 9“ x 5 1/2“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Survey
Edition:
Weight: 0.50
ISBN: 9985780345
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Index.


Code: 4369
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

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Throughout the 20th century there has been a wide international interest in Finnish architecture. Special highlights have been the turn of the century, when architecture together with the other fields of culture supported the efforts aiming at national independence; the 1930s, when the independent nation shaped its profile through modern, functionalist architecture; and the postwar reconstruction period in the 1950s, when a distinctly Finnish interpretation of modern architecture was formed, with characteristics suited to Finnish topography and climate. The time we live at present can be regarded as the latest highlight, as is evidenced by the increasing interest of international media, critics, historians and others. This book includes articles by six experts of Finnish architecture, five polemic period writings and over 140 building and project descriptions.

Language: English
Pages: 328
Illustrations: 117 Color Illustrations. 167 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 13“ x 9“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Survey
Edition:
Weight: 4.75
ISBN: 9525195104
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl. Index.


Code: 3999
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This impressive book features various periods in which Swedish architecture and urban planning were at the forefront of European design. The volume also examines the current construction techniques employed in numerous modern buildings and the diverse looks they achieve. It explains Sweden’s progressive role in the modern movement, with architecture that is functionalist and aesthetic and distinctly Nordic in character. Includes Erik Gunnar Asplund, Erik Asmussen, Ferdinand Boberg, Ralph Erskine, Joseph Frank, Jan Gezelius, Sigurd Lewerentz, Sven Markelius, Bruno Mathsson and many more.

Language: English
Pages: 400
Illustrations: 155 Color Illustrations. 171 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 13“ x 9“
Binding: Clothbound
Subcategory: Survey
Edition:
Weight: 5.00
ISBN: 3791319361
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition: Exh. Cat.: Frankfurt, Germany, 1998
Miscellaneous: Cat. of exh.


Code: 3354
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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Why is Finnish architecture so good? What is its secret? This book is a contemporary mapping of new architecture, the “ ˜hip’ “ ˜hop’ and “ ˜house’ of young Finnish architects and painters. “ ˜Hip’ might be cool, “ ˜hop’ might be a transition, and “ ˜house’ might be the destination of architecture which must envelope us in the future. 40/40 illuminates the differences within shared, blended concerns, whilst at the same time still hinting at something peculiarly talented about the young architects of this part of the world and their uncanny habit of releasing new energies.

Language: English
Pages: 239
Illustrations: 258 Color Illustrations. 45 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 8“ x 6“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Survey
Edition:
Weight: 1.25
ISBN: 9516826466
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bios. Cat. of exh.


Code: 5287
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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This architect (1894-1949), is the great unknown factor behind her internationally renowned husband Alvar Aalto. As a designer, she is primarily known for her work in glass. Her life’s work ranged from architecture to photography and the applied arts and design. Presented in this grand and beautiful book is a gifted and independent designer who was much more than her husband’s muse. Included is a list of works as an architect and an interior and furniture designer.

Language: English/Finnish
Pages: 236
Illustrations: 76 Color Illustrations. 182 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 11 1/2“ x 9 1/2“
Binding: Clothbound
Subcategory: Monographs
Edition:
Weight: 4.00
ISBN: 9525371190
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl.


Code: 5414
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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This gorgeous book on one of the great masters of modern architecture and design covers everything but his buildings. It includes his lighting, all his furniture and the glass. The innovations in form and line in his furniture designs sowed the seed from which many of his architectural ideas sprang forth. Alvar Aalto’s(1898-1976) contribution to modernism has truly inspired and been a catalyst for the world. Includes a list of his main building projects.

Language: English
Pages: 240
Illustrations: 304 Color Illustrations. 20 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 11 1/2“ x 9 1/2“
Binding: Clothbound with Jacket
Subcategory: Monographs
Edition:
Weight: 2.50
ISBN: 9525371042
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bio. Index.


Code: 4998
Condition: In Pristine Condition
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An edited version of the original Finnish book from 1997. Interviews with recognizable characters and contemporaries in the Aalto office and “ ˜court’ are mixed with stories from the family, the chauffer, the glass collector and the waiter, plus many others. We understand more about social brilliance, the art of intrigue and intimidation, and we get glimpses of a humane Aalto.

Language: English
Pages: 191
Illustrations: 0 Color Illustrations. 35 B&W Illustrations.
Size: 8“ x 6“
Binding: Softbound
Subcategory: Monographs
Edition:
Weight: 1.00
ISBN: 9516826199
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Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous:


Code: 4932
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Backlist

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Nature, biology, has rich and luxurious forms; with the same principles of cellular organisation, it can create billions of combinations, each of which represent a definitive highly developed form. Man’s life belongs to the same category. The things that surround him are hardly fetishes or allegories with mystical eternal value: more than anything else, they are cells and tissues, living beings like himself, building components that make up human life. - Alvar Aalto. A great book on the design of furniture and objects by Alvar Aalto.

Language: English
Pages: 127
Illustrations:
Size: 6 1/2“ x 8 1/2“
Binding: Hardbound
Subcategory: Monographs
Edition:
Weight: 1.25
ISBN:
ISSN:
Location of Exhibition:
Miscellaneous: Bibl. Bio.


Code: 6483
Condition: In Pristine Condition
Status: Web Site Only

Price: $45.00

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