10 X 10: A Global View of New Architecture
Edited (Phaidon Press)
Price: 39.95 USD
ISBN: 0714843792Phaidon Press, From the Publisher: This is a comprehensive view of contemporary architecture, presenting the work of 100 exceptional international architects. It provides an opportunity to see a diverse, inspirational collection of recent work, selected by 10 of the world's best informed architectural critics. The architects are presented in A-Z order, with four pages allocated to each practice, including an accompanying text by one of the ten critics. It is intended to be a global selection. Some of the architects have yet to gain recognition worldwide, but among the names are those who have achieved international publicity and acclaim for their work during the mid-1990s. The work shown here features over 250 buildings and projects, including recent built work as well as projects currently under construction, due for completion in the 21st century. The work also features 10 essays written by the critics specially for this publication, which give their view of current architectural issues. In addition, they have chosen 10 cultural references, from designed objects to film, theory and literature, which show the range of influences in today's rapidly changing design environment. Works reproduced in this volume include writings by Italo Calvino, David Mamet and Peter Weibel, among others.
From Builders Booksource: It's hard to relay the amazing visual impact this book has. 12 inches square, over 7lbs, 2 inches thick, this is a daunting book to pick up! Beautifully produced, we have barely begun to digest the vast number of projects, styles, and presentations. We are convinced that this is an exceptional look at the contemporary design world and an opportunity to gain insight into what the 21st. century will look like. Paperback $39.95
