We all know that today's architectural design has moved from the sketchpad to the screen-- the era of the Mayline and the drafting board now seems downright Paleolithic-- but techniques for using the computer not just as a tool for rendering but as a generative instrument remain woefully unexplored. In Tooling, the latest installment in our renowned Pamphlet Architecture series, the technologicall... more...

We all know that today's architectural design has moved from the sketchpad to the screen-- the era of the Mayline and the drafting board now seems downright Paleolithic-- but techniques for using the computer not just as a tool for rendering but as a generative instrument remain woefully unexplored. In Tooling, the latest installment in our renowned Pamphlet Architecture series, the technologically progressive young firm Aranda/Lasch illustrates how advanced computational methods and algorithmic   less...

Princeton Architectural Press's classic reprint series was established in 1981 to make rare volumes on architecture available to a wider audience. The books' beautiful reproductions and finest quality printing and binding match those of the originals, while their 9-by-12-inch format makes them accessible and affordable. New introductions bring a modern voice to these texts, updating them to become... more...

Princeton Architectural Press's classic reprint series was established in 1981 to make rare volumes on architecture available to a wider audience. The books' beautiful reproductions and finest quality printing and binding match those of the originals, while their 9-by-12-inch format makes them accessible and affordable. New introductions bring a modern voice to these texts, updating them to become invaluable contemporary resources.   less...

With its wealth of styles and its emphasis on craftsmanship, the late-Victorian era ranks among the halcyon days in American architecture. This survey of the era's traditional designs--reproduced from a rare edition--offers a complete and authentic guide to restorations and recreations. A New York City-based firm prepared and published this catalog in 1897, selecting the very best models from more... more...

With its wealth of styles and its emphasis on craftsmanship, the late-Victorian era ranks among the halcyon days in American architecture. This survey of the era's traditional designs--reproduced from a rare edition--offers a complete and authentic guide to restorations and recreations. A New York City-based firm prepared and published this catalog in 1897, selecting the very best models from more than 12,000 houses built from their plans. Designed in terms of style, utility, and economy, it fea   less...

Feng Shui for Architecture is an easy-to-use manual designed to help readers incorporate the ancient science and philosophy of Feng Shui into the design, building, remodeling, and decorating of their homes to support the well being of its occupants in all aspects of their lives. Aside from its many inspirations and resources, this book is also the result of questions that have arisen in classes ta... more...

Feng Shui for Architecture is an easy-to-use manual designed to help readers incorporate the ancient science and philosophy of Feng Shui into the design, building, remodeling, and decorating of their homes to support the well being of its occupants in all aspects of their lives. Aside from its many inspirations and resources, this book is also the result of questions that have arisen in classes taught by the author and issues brought up by students, as well as by architects, designers, and clien   less...