Juan O'Gorman, arquitectura escolar 1932

"The book examines the life and architectonic and didactic legacy of noted architect O'Gorman (b. Mexico) with critical texts by expert scholars regarding some of his ideas on the aesthetics of architecture with a special emphasis in public primary schools. Includes a reprint of the booklet titled "Escuelas Primarias 1932" by O'Gorman as a report while working for the Mexican Ministry of Education (SEP) of the construction of 28 public primary schools in Mexico City."--Provided by vendor.

Monographic edition dedicated to one of the most noted disciples of José Villagrán García and Ignacio Díaz Morales. Architec Nafarrate's works are characteristic for the use of natural illumination and ventilation and the strong importance he gives to the environment. Some of his most recognized works include: Residential complex "Los Parques", Hotel "Las Hadas", and the "Twin Dolphin" in Baja California.

Colombian houses have always been a showcase for the inhabitants of a highly diverse country. These houses range from the haciendas of coffee plantations to the restored colonial homes of Cartagena. Fascinating essays and attractive photos exemplify the evolution of the art of living in Colombia.

Materialidad. La utilización de los materiales nos permite dar textura y delimitar espacios, no solo apuntando a lo estético, sino a brindar una respuesta espacial de acuerdo a nuestros programas arquitectónicos. La técnica constructiva tiene que relacionarse previamente con el impacto climático y contribuir a la habitabilidad del hogar, satisfacer las necesidades y vincular los espacios interior-exterior. Crear territorio es estudiar el emplazamiento y la topografía para sacar el máximo provecho y apropiarse del lugar. Determinar los límites del espacio leído, vivido y comprendido....

The Catalog Architecture of the Modern Movement of Peru (CAMMP) is the outcome of the investigation of the same name the University of Lima developed between 2013 and 2015. It is the first initiative that set out to inventory and document the most important buildings of the national production in the modern period. Thus, collects and systematizes information and original documents of architecture - drawings, descriptions, photographs, perspectives - found in various publications of the time and files of the authors themselves.--