Center for the Recycling and Reuse of Buildings
Theory
Explains how we experience intimate places. Describes how our perceptions of houses and other shelters shape our thoughts, memories and dreams
The author presents a proposal that buildings adapt best when constantly refined and reshaped by their occupants.
"Calvino is describing only one city in this book. Venice, that decaying heap of incomparable splendour, still stands as substantial evidence of man's ability to create something perfect out of chaos" Paul Bailey Times Literary Supplement
"...does exactly what it says on the cover...skilfully detailed illustrations, comprehensive definitions and general construction advice on practical matters" Building Engineer August 2008
A study of the modern tradition in relation to earlier traditions. An analysis of its richness and complexity.
An international group of architects, architectural historians, and theorists, examine the relationship between the human body and architecture.
A quest by the author to answer questions relating to the world of work-why do we do it? What makes it pleasurable? And why do we daily exhaust not only ourselves but also the planet?
Looking in the context of social and political issues, this is a study of the architectural world and its theories since the late 1960s.With a focus on "megaprojects" such as the Disney empire, it also looks at the work of lesser known designers.
Architects/Designers
Schultz presents her research into layering in Carlo Scarpa's architecture. Layering is to be interpreted as "the physical composition of layers defining space as well as the parallel presence of cultural referrals and formal associations imbedded in the physical layers."
A description of what is on Zumthor's mind as he sets about creating the atmosphere of his houses. Enables the reader to review the most important aspects of house design.
Following on from his previous book Lessons for students in Architecture, this draws on subjects and designs from artists, precursors, past masters and colleagues which have inspired and informed Hertzberger's work.
Building Refurbishment/Construction
A practical book giving advice on procedures and inspections
Makes sense of the challenges of remodelling existing buildings covering structural, aesthetic, environmental, contextual and programmatic considerations.
Nearly half of all output in the construction industry in the western world is the repair and adaptation of existing buildings. This is an illustrated guide on how to carry out alterations to existing buildings. Issues include feasibility, design and contractual matters. A variety of different building types are included.
A guide to the technical aspects of refurbishing and upgrading buildings. Provides technical drawings and case studies. Topics include: existing floor and wall strengthening, introduction of new floors, fire-resistance, upgrading of thermal and acoustic performance and the upgrading of c1960 framed buildings.
Creative new additions to historical buildings including aesthetic and technical solutions in detail. With case studies.
An exploration of the alternative to the sequence of demolition and new build that makes up the usual practices of architecture.
Conservation/Preservation
Disscussion of the tensions which arise between conservation practice and public access to heritage, taking on board social, cultural and educational perspectives.
An analysis of over 70 National and International statements of conservation principles. Provides a basis for better informed building conservation work in Scotland and elsewhere
Essential information on the properties of traditional building materials. This includes wall materials, roof coverings, wood and timber framing, metals and finishes.
Including the full text of the Venice Charter and accompanied by over 350 photographs, the 64 essays presented in this book on the subject of new buildings in old places challenge how we can learn from mistakes of the past and look at how planning has gone wrong, within the context of the Venice charter.
An explanation of the main principles, materials and problems in the field of conservation. A number of case studies are featured.
"Outlines the importance of architectural conservation on our society." (UK Construction)
Britain has led the conservation of redundant industial buildings after the decline of its traditional manufacturing base. This book contains analysis of various types of industrial building and includes case studies which present schemes in different environments and countries.
Reference
'Very useful in providing quick and easy references to various architectural data.'
Sarah Radif, Course Leader
Reference book giving clear definitions and containing over 3000 line drawings
A handbook of planning and design data for architects and designers.
Miscelleneous
Guide to London's hidden streets and canals, as mapped by authors Atkins and Sinclair.
Photographical study which brings to light the overlooked, dismissed and the unforeseen, creating uncanny compositions and suggesting different ways in which sharing common spaces can be experienced.
A series of photographs which immerse the viewer in an almost surreal urban landscape
A critique of Scotland's most outstanding buildings and its long line of architectural talent.
Gordon Matta Clark was an American Artist, he is well known for his series of work "building cuts" where he removed sections of floors, ceilings and walls in abandoned buildings.
This book is a consideration of his work in context of the art of the 1970s and with the issues relating to community, property, the alienation of urban space, the "right to the city" and the methods of progess which have come to define modern building programmes.
"Romantic little collection of meditations on old buildings." (RIBA Journal, November 2007)
This book emphasises the importance of planning for maintenance of a building at design stage as well as the requirement for maintenance to be properly planned throughout a building's life.
In this book ,which contains 2 extended essays, Pallasmaa looks at the reasons why despite our experience of the world involving 5 senses, architecture focuses on just one-sight. Pallasmaa argues that the suppression of our other senses has led us to feel detached and alienated from our environment
An exploration of paper folding. Folding techniques and folding algorithms which can be used in the design process
Intervention Architecture brings together projects selected for the 10th cycle of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture with settings including the dry river valleys of Yemen and the tropical high rise fabric of Singapore. Photographs, drawings and descriptions bring these projects to life, with additional text by leading thinkers which study the broader issues raised by the projects.
This book presents a reassessment of the transformation of Scotland's built environment during the 25 years post World War 2. Takes into account a series of national meetings and exhibitions organised by DOCOMOMO (Documentation and Conservation of the Modern Movement) and other key organisations.