Paulo Mendes Da Rocha

"Major survey of Ibero-American 21st century architects details the work of 40 architects"--Provided by vendor.

A study of each phase of the prolific trajectory of architect Pani (b. Mexico). A strong follower of Le Corbusier principles and whose modernist and grand scale urban and construction designs allowed him to construct in Mexico the first international hotel, the first multi family housing complex, the first condominium and the first satellite city. His architectural legacy includes more than 130 projects covering all types of buildings: housing, schools, hospitals, airports, commercial, office and urban, designs. All photographs (black and white 8x10 plaques ) in this catalogue were shot by...

En las páginas de este número de la revista CASAS INTERNACIONAL nos encontraremos con 12 ejercicios ejemplares vinculados a la región de Extremadura, que muestran lecciones de arquitectura que van más allá de la temática, se trata de ejemplos que aportan valores de los que aprender, en los que podremos reconocer temas invariables y eternos de la arquitectura a la vez que aportan referencias que serán replicables en otras obras y en otros autores en el futuro. Esta condición de la replicabilidad es fundamental para el reconocimiento de los valores de estos proyectos.

High-end hotels have always been the setting for style and fantasy, a venue to see and be seen. This volume explores a relatively new trend, where major fashion houses take over the running of upscale hostelries. With every detail coordinated, from bed linens, to d????cor, china and glassware, the overall effect is of a chic jewel box, where every piece shines. We get a peek at glamorous hotels conceived and run with flair, by major fashion players like Bulgari, Christian Lacroix, Ferragamo, and Versace.