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Snoehetta : Architecture, Interior, Landscape ILARIS: The Puget Sound Plan The Living, KBAS, WilliamsonWilliamson, PLY Architecture, MAD Office, Julio Salcedo

Snoehetta, one of Scandinavia’s leading architecture practices, seeks to develop its architectures within a Fields of interest continuous state of reinvention. Every project differs Landscape Architecture Fields of interest – only elementary aspects related to a broad sense Architecture, general of context generate core discussions when develop- Type of publication Type of publication ing early concepts. Every architect is an individu- Professional book Professional book al – only referring her or himself to the social context of Snoehetta generates core values of commu- Due May 2007 nal thinking. The projects are examples of attitudes Due May 2007 rather than designs. They are samples rather than 2007. 128 p. 170 illus., 120 in color. (Source Books in Landscape products. They are associative rather than symbol- Architecture, Vol. 4) Softcover Jointly published with The Architectural League of New York ic. They are comments rather than statements. The book describes the collective methods used when ex- 23,90 € ISBN 978-1-56898-604-3 2007. 175 p. 370 illus., 350 in color. (Young Architects, Vol. 8) ercising the search for solutions to complex realities Softcover and shows Snoehetta’s architecture as a self-referen- tial art within the uncertainties generated by the in- 19,90 € fluence of our contemporary society. Projects like the ISBN 978-1-56898-637-1 library of Alexandria, the new opera house in Oslo or the Ras al Khaima gateway exemplify the intentions of the architects and give a [..]

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Due September 2007

2007. 134 p. 87 illus., 67 in color. Softcover

24,90 € ISBN 978-3-03778-118-0 2 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

architektur.aktuell 326, 5/2007 architektur.aktuell informiert zehnmal jährlich architektur.aktuell informiert zehnmal jährlich über aktuelle Architekturthemen in ihren interes- über aktuelle Architekturthemen in ihren interes- architektur.aktuell appears ten times per year, pro- santesten baulichen Realisierungen. State-of-the- santesten baulichen Realisierungen. State-of-the- viding information on current themes in architec- Art Fotografie, Analysen von Europas f´ührenden Art Fotografie, Analysen von Europas f´ührenden ture coverage of the most interesting completed Architekturkritikern in deutscher und englischer Architekturkritikern in deutscher und englischer buildings. State-of-the-Art photography, analysis by Sprache sowie Plan- und Datenmaterial dokumen- Sprache sowie Plan- und Datenmaterial dokumen- Europe's leading architecture critics in English and tieren die wichtigsten neuen Bauten in Österreich tieren die wichtigsten neuen Bauten in Österreich German, as well as plans and technical data docu- und ganz Europa. Essays über aktuelle theoretische und ganz Europa. Essays über aktuelle theoretische ment the most significant new buildings in Austria und historische Fragen von prominenten Autoren und historische Fragen von prominenten Autoren and the rest of Europe. Essays on current theoretical vertiefen die Themenschwerpunkte, die Architek- vertiefen die Themenschwerpunkte, die Architek- and historical issues by prominent authors add depth tur als eine kulturelle Aufgabe begreifen. Zusätzlich tur als eine kulturelle Aufgabe begreifen. Zusätzlich to the thematic focuses, which treat architecture as informiert architektur.aktuell über neue Produkte informiert architektur.aktuell über neue Produkte cultural production. In addition, architektur.aktuell und bietet mit einem "journal", Buch- und Ausstel- und bietet mit einem "journal", Buch- und Ausstel- provides coverage of new products and reviews of lungsrezensionen, New Media- und Internet-Site-Be- lungsrezensionen, New Media- und Internet-Site-Be- books and exhibitions (in German) in its 'journal' sprechungen sowie einem Veranstaltungskalender sprechungen sowie einem Veranstaltungskalender section, with a calendar of events lending a further eine akzentuierte Orientierung. eine akzentuierte Orientierung. accent to the orientation. Fields of interest Fields of interest Fields of interest Architecture, general; Architects Architecture, general; Architects Architecture, general; Architects Type of publication Type of publication Type of publication Professional book Professional book Professional book

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2007. 160 Seiten (Zeitschrift architektur.aktuell, Vol. 328-329) 2007. 160 S. (Zeitschrift architektur.aktuell, Vol. 327) Softcover 2007. ca. 168 Seiten, Trim Size 21,0 x 29,7 cm (Zeitschrift Softcover architektur.aktuell, Vol. 326) Softcover 12,90 € 12,90 € ISBN 978-3-211-69888-4 12,90 € ISBN 978-3-211-69889-1 ISBN 978-3-211-69874-7 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 3

architektur.aktuell 324, 3/2007 architektur.aktuell 325, 4/2007 architektur.aktuell 322/323, 1-2/2007 architektur.aktuell appears ten times per year, pro- architektur.aktuell informiert zehnmal jährlich viding information on current themes in architec- über aktuelle Architekturthemen in ihren interes- architektur.aktuell informiert zehnmal jährlich ture coverage of the most interesting completed santesten baulichen Realisierungen. State-of-the- über aktuelle Architekturthemen in ihren interes- buildings. State-of-the-Art photography, analysis by Art Fotografie, Analysen von Europas f´ührenden santesten baulichen Realisierungen. State-of-the- Europe's leading architecture critics in English and Architekturkritikern in deutscher und englischer Art Fotografie, Analysen von Europas f´ührenden German, as well as plans and technical data docu- Sprache sowie Plan- und Datenmaterial dokumen- Architekturkritikern in deutscher und englischer ment the most significant new buildings in Austria tieren die wichtigsten neuen Bauten in Österreich Sprache sowie Plan- und Datenmaterial dokumen- and the rest of Europe. Essays on current theoretical und ganz Europa. Essays über aktuelle theoretische tieren die wichtigsten neuen Bauten in Österreich and historical issues by prominent authors add depth und historische Fragen von prominenten Autoren und ganz Europa. Essays über aktuelle theoretische to the thematic focuses, which treat architecture as vertiefen die Themenschwerpunkte, die Architek- und historische Fragen von prominenten Autoren cultural production. In addition, architektur.aktuell tur als eine kulturelle Aufgabe begreifen. Zusätzlich vertiefen die Themenschwerpunkte, die Architek- provides coverage of new products and reviews of informiert architektur.aktuell über neue Produkte tur als eine kulturelle Aufgabe begreifen. Zusätzlich books and exhibitions (in German) in its 'journal' und bietet mit einem "journal", Buch- und Ausstel- informiert architektur.aktuell über neue Produkte section, with a calendar of events lending a further lungsrezensionen, New Media- und Internet-Site-Be- und bietet mit einem "journal", Buch- und Ausstel- accent to the orientation. sprechungen sowie einem Veranstaltungskalender lungsrezensionen, New Media- und Internet-Site-Be- eine akzentuierte Orientierung. Fields of interest sprechungen sowie einem Veranstaltungskalender Architecture, general; Architects Fields of interest eine akzentuierte Orientierung. Architecture, general; Architects Type of publication Fields of interest Professional book Type of publication Architecture, general; Architects Professional book Type of publication Due June 2007 Professional book Due June 2007 2007. 168 S. (Zeitschrift architektur.aktuell, Vol. 324) Softcover Due June 2007 2007. 184 S. (Zeitschrift architektur.aktuell, Vol. 325) Softcover 12,90 € ISBN 978-3-211-69839-6 12,90 € 2007. 144 S. (Zeitschrift architektur.aktuell, Vol. 322-323) Soft- cover ISBN 978-3-211-69840-2 12,90 € ISBN 978-3-211-69838-9 4 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

A. Alessi (Ed.) P. Antonelli, M. Isitt Architekturzentrum Wien, Wien, Austria (Ed.)

Italy Now? Claesson Koivisto Rune Lessons from Bernard Rudofsky

Country Positions in Architecture 1. Architecture - 2. Design Life as a Voyage

Gibt es eine italienische Architektur? Was macht sie The Swedish design partnership Claesson Koivis- What we need is not a new way of building but a aus? Auf welche Werte und Ziele bezieht man sich to Rune was founded a little over ten years ago but new way of living—so the subtitle of one of bei der Konzeption von Architektur und warum? has already received extraordinary recognition. Like Rudofsky’s last works. Setting out from the as- Dies sind die aktuellen Fragestellungen, die an Scandinavian masters before them, such as Aalto or sumption that the design of every single room in a zwanzig wegbereitende Architekturbüros in Italien Jacobsen, Claesson Koivisto Rune practise both ar- house is based on a physical function: one place to gestellt wurden. Die Ergebnisse werden in Italy Now? chitecture and design. In 2004 they were among the lie the body down to rest, another to take in food, a Country Positions in Architecture zusammengetra- first Swedish architects to be selected for the interna- third to step into a tub to bath, Bernard Rudofsky gen; hier werden die schriftlichen Antworten von tional section of the Architecture Biennale in Venice. (1905-88) believed architecture served to stimulate Architekten auf diese Fragen parallel zu ihren En- The architectural projects in this monograph include the senses and refine everyday culture. His twurfsarbeiten präsentiert. Das von Alberto Alessi private houses and interiors from Europe to North conception of architecture and design is more herausgegebene Buch enthält ausserdem kritische and South America, as well as larger buildings like topical today than ever. Internationally renowned Essays von Pier Vittorio Aureli und Gabriele Mas- the Sfera Building Culture House in Kyoto, Japan. in his day for the exhibitions he created for Mo- trigli. Die renommierten italienischen Fotografen The furniture and other product designs present- MA in the 1940s and 1950s, today he is remem- Gabriele Basilico, Francesco Jodice, Armin Linke ed here are manufactured by over 30 international bered above all for his sharp-tongued, witty writ- und Alberto Muciaccia haben ihre Sichtweise von companies. All photographs have been taken anew ings, which still speak to a broad audience. "Lessons Italien –sowohl dem Land und der Leute als auch for this publication, which is a design object in itself, from Bernard Rudofsky" is more than a col- der Architektur– beigetragen, um den Kontext dieses consisting of two books – separate volumes for ar- lection of essays by experts and introduction Buches zu erweitern. Basierend auf einer Ausstellung chitecture and design – with introductions by Paola to the complex concept of architecture and liv- an der Cornell University und auf zwei damit ver- Antonelli (MoMA) and Marcus Fairs (ICON Maga- ing of a cosmopolitan and unconventional bundenen Konferenzen, eine in Ithaca und eine in zine). thinker; the rich visual material conveys New York City, [..] his philosophy: "I [..] Features Features Exemplary for the synergy of architecture and design Features Presents the work and philosophy of 20 leading Ital- know-how Exciting young, internationally active of- Presents the stimulating work of an ian architectural practices Insights into what makes fice First monograph by the successful Swedish ar- unconventional and lucid thinker Italian architecture distinctive from its leading chitectural and design firm Bernard Rudofsky's approach to architecture is more practitioners With critical essays, and images from topical than ever With contributions by Andrea Boc- noted Italian photographers Fields of interest co Guarneri, Monika Platzer, Felicity Scott, Maria Design, general (Design, allgemein); Architecture, Welzig, and Wim de Wit Contains selected texts by Fields of interest general Bernard Rudofsky himself Architecture, general Target groups Fields of interest Type of publication Designers, interior designers, architects, public inter- Architects Professional book ested in Scandinavian products and lifestyle Target groups Type of publication Due May 2007 Architects, product and furniture designers, stu- Monograph dents, a broader audience interested in culture and cultural studies No distribution rights for Italy Due April 2007 Type of publication 2007. 143 p. 57 illus., 44 in color. Dustjacket Professional book 2007. 2 vols. 376 p. 472 illus., 215 in color. Hardcover 23,90 € 49,90 € Due March 2007 ISBN 978-0-9785061-0-0 ISBN 978-3-7643-7948-3 2007. 296 p. 236 illus., 71 in color. Dustjacket

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Asset One Immobilienentwicklungs AG, Real Estate Develop- P. Baker, Hampshire, UK P. Beaucé, Architect, Paris; B. Cache, Architect, Paris ment, Graz, Austria (Ed.) The Story of Manned Space Stations Objectile Conceptions of the Desirable An Introduction Fast-Wood: A Brouillon Project What Cities Ought to Know about the Future

Philip Baker charts the history of manned space sta- Bernard Cache, born in 1958, studied at the École Right in the heart of Graz, the second largest city in tions from the very beginning in a logical, chrono- Politechnique Fédérale des Lausanne and at the Austria, an entire city district had simply fallen in- logical order. He tells the story of the two major École Supérieure des Sciences Économiques et Com- to oblivion. Now, the industrial park of the former space powers starting out on their very separate pro- merciales under Gilles Deleuze. He founded together Reininghaus Brewery has been rediscovered. The grams, but slowly coming together through ASTP, with Patrick Beaucé the office Objectile. Cache has new owners have taken up the search for answers: Shuttle-Mir, and the ISS, and includes programs that realized highly different projects, including a resi- How, in future, do we wish to work and live? In his rarely get mentioned - the US Manned Orbiting Lab- dential building in Kuala Lumpur, an extension to foreword, Clifford Pearson deputy editor of the Ar- oratory, and the Soviet Almaz station, both military Schipol Airport (together with Ove Arup’s office) chitectural record, writes: "I don’t know what Rein- backed projects. The Mir space station was one of and cash terminals for the French Railway. His scien- inghaus will be like when people start moving there. the greatest human achievements in modern history, tific research concentrates on materials, their manu- I have no idea if it will be a model that other devel- and a thorough telling of its story is essential to this facture and utilisation respectively. opers or community builders will want to follow. book. During its life it grew and evolved into a tru- But I am impressed with the way its founders are ap- ly international outpost, with visitors from all over Features proaching their task. They’re asking the right ques- the world taking advantage of the only permanent Erste Monografie über Bernard Cache (Objectile) tions and talking to some fascinating people. They’re space station in orbit at that time. This book will be Experimentelle Architektur und Werkstoffanwen- thinking and wondering before they start defining the only one of its kind to tell the whole story of the dungen Mit zahlreichen Illustrationen and designing. By doing so, they’ve gotten my atten- manned space stations from both nations, from the tion.” The book presents the results of a research by very beginning, to the current ISS story, and to the Fields of interest structuring its content into: Life, Work, Urbanity possibilities beyond. Each chapter of this book will Architects and Education. contain interviews with [..] Target groups Features Features Architects; students; people interested in art Building up a new city district: Life, Work, Urbani- The first book to tell the whole story of the manned Type of publication ty and Education Documentation of a research for space stations from the USA and Russia, from the Monograph sustainable urban development With a foreword by very beginning, through to the current Internation- Clifford Pearson, Architectural record al Space Station Tells the story of the Internation- al Space Station and to the possibilities beyond De- Due March 2007 Contents scribes rarely mentioned development programs, From the contents:Life.- Work.- Urbanity.- Educa- most of which never flew, including the US Manned 2007. XI, 93 S. Zahlreiche, z. T. farb. Abb. (Consequence Book Se- tion.- Reflections. Orbiting Laboratory, the Soviet Almaz station, and ries on Fresh Architecture, Vol. 6) Softcover the Soviet [..] Fields of interest 18,64 € Urbanism Contents ISBN 978-3-211-25238-3 How it all began.- Salyut 1: Triumph then Disas- Target groups ter.- Skylab: NASA dips its toe.- Salyut 2 and Salyut Architects, urbanists, students of architecture, devel- 3: Limited success.- Salyut 4 and Buran: Progress is opers made.- Salyut 5: Last of the Almaz.- Salyut 6: Space Type of publication station operations defined.- Salyut 7 and Spacelab: Collection of essays Continued Success.- Mir and Freedom.- Shuttle-Mir: Real Co-operation.- The International Space Station: The future?.- The Future: The Moon and Mars. Due March 2007 Fields of interest 2007. 204 p. 90 illus., some of them color. Hardcover Popular Science in Astronomy; Space Exploration and Astronautics; Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Sci- 44,95 € ences ISBN 978-3-211-71259-7 Target groups Space exploration enthusiasts, space historians, students and engineers studying and interested in manned space flight

Type of publication Popular science

Due June 2007

Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK

2007. XVIII, 170 p. (Space Exploration) Softcover

24,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-30775-6 6 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

A. Belringer, Virtual Identity AG, München; A. Berlinger, TAT ORT, T. Benton, Open University, UK A. Berger Wien; W. Fiel, TAT ORT, Wien The Villas of Le Corbusier and Pierre Drosscape TAT ORT Jeanneret 1920-1930 Wasting Land in Urban America Inwendig

The villas of the 1920s in and around Paris, includ- TAT ORT started 1998 in Vienna as a group of ar- ing such modern classics as the Villa La Roche-Jean- Fields of interest chitects including Daniel Büchel, Wolfgang Fiel, neret in the Auteuil district of Paris, the Villa Stein- Landscape Architecture Philip Furtenbach, Christian Schmölz, Christoph de Monzie in Garches, and the Villa Savoye in Pois- Zangerle and Stephan Zink. Belringer and Alexandra sy, constituted a radically new orientation for archi- Type of publication Berlinger joined the collective in 2002 and form its tecture that have made them central points of refer- Professional book current constellation along with Wolfgang Fiel. Be- ence for all subsequent generations of architects right sides their individual work they have since been en- up to the present. This standard work, long out of Due May 2007 gaged in a number of collaborative projects, exhibi- print, reveals the design processes behind these icons tions, publications and competition entries. Alexan- of modernism, from the first idea to the occupation 2006. 255 p. 165 illus. in color. Softcover dra Berlinger, born in 1970, and Wolfgang Fiel, born of the homes, and sheds light on the steps and con- 1973, live and work in Vienna. Andreas Berlinger texts of daily work. It measures the concept of mod- 21,90 € (a.k.a. as Belringer), born in 1977, lives in Munich. ern architecture against the built reality, and enables ISBN 978-1-56898-713-2 Their research concentrates on urbanism and medi- us to rediscover the architect Le Corbusier behind ality. the myth. The continuing relevance of Le Corbusier’s oeuvre today is underscored by the extensive exhibi- Features tion “Le Corbusier: The Art of Architecture”, orga- Erste Monographie über tat ort (Alexandra Berlinger nized by the Vitra Design Museum in collaboration und Wolfgang Fiel) Experimentelle Architektur und with the Netherlands Architecture Institute, the Roy- Urbanismus al Institute of British [..]

Fields of interest Features Architects Contains new illustrations from the Fondation Le Corbusier archives Newly designed layout with an Target groups added foreword and afterword Indispensable for any Architekten Studenten Kunstinteressierte in-depth consideration of Le Corbusier’s oeuvre

Type of publication Contents Monograph Introduction.- The world of Purism.- Villa Berque, Auteuil.- Villa Ker-Ka-Ré, Vaucresson.- Atelier Due April 2007 Ozenfant, square Montsouris.- The architectural promenade.- Villas La Roche and Jeanneret, Au- 2007. VII, 120 S. Zahlreiche, großt. farb. Abb. (Consequence Book teuil.- House projects for Marcel, Casa Fuerte and Series on Fresh Architecture, Vol. 8) Softcover Mongermon, Auteuil.- Complex programmes.- Lip- chitz–Miestchaninoff studios, Boulogne-sur-Seine.- 18,64 € Ternisien house, Boulogne-sur-Seine.- Villa Church, ISBN 978-3-211-25246-8 Ville-d’Avray.- Planeix house, boulevard Massena.- “Classic” houses.- Villa Meyer, Neuilly-sur-Seine (and Ocampo project).- Villa Cook, Boulogne-sur- Seine.- Villa “Les Terrasses” (Stein-de Monzie), [..]

Fields of interest Architects; Architectural History and Theory; Cities, Countries, Regions

Target groups Architects; readers interested in architectural history; art historians

Type of publication Professional book

Due September 2007

2007. 272 p. 354 illus., 66 in color. Hardcover

49,90 € ISBN 978-3-7643-8406-7 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 7

B. Bielefeld, Universität Dortmund, Germany; S. El khouli, Tech- P. Bond, Royal Astronomical Society and ESA, Nuneaton, UK N. Bone, Chichester, UK nische Universität Darmstadt, Germany Distant Worlds Aurora Basics Design Ideas Milestones in Planetary Exploration Observing and Recording Nature's Spectacular Light Show

Design Ideas offers students a variety of different ways to go about finding a design solution. In addi- This book recounts the epic saga of how we as hu- For the majority of amateur astronomers, who live at tion to suggesting fundamental ways to get the cre- man beings have come to understand the Solar Sys- the latitudes of North America, the British Isles and ative process moving and develop a design approach, tem. The story of our exploration of the heavens, Pe- Australia, the aurora is a relatively infrequent visitor it also proposes various sources of inspiration for de- ter Bond reminds us, began thousands of years ago, to the night sky. Major displays visible to the south- sign ideas. It focuses on the three elements of place, with the naked-eye observations of the earliest sci- ern United States or the south of England occur perform, and function, which can sometimes constitute entists and philosophers. Over the centuries, as our haps 20 times in each 11-year sunspot cycle. When immediate springboards for concrete designs. These knowledge and understanding inexorably broadened they occur, such auroral storms are a source of great elements must eventually be incorporated as the de- and deepened, we faltered many times, frequently la- interest and excitement. A number of books high- sign process. Subjects: Creativity in the design pro- bored under misconceptions, and faced seemingly lighting the impact of auroral/geomagnetic storms cess; Sources of inspiration and design approaches; insurmountable obstacles to understanding. Yet, de- on communications and satellite technology have Working with place; Working with form; Working spite overwhelming obstacles, a combination of de- appeared in recent years . None, however, has ad- with function. termined observers, brilliant thinkers, courageous dressed the observational angle. This new book ad- explorers, scientists and engineers has brought us, dresses a gap in the literature, offering an explana- Features particularly over the last five decades, into a second tion of the aurora's causes, how the occurrence of A source of inspiration Developing one’s own cre- great age of human discovery. At our present level of major events may now be predicted, and how ama- ativity Systematic support for the developing archi- understanding, some fifty years into the Space Age, teur observers can go about recording displays. Ob- tect the sheer volume of images and other data being re- servation of the more frequent displays seen at high- turned to us from space has only increased our ap- er latitudes (the northern US, Canada, and Scotland, Contents petite for more and more detailed information about for example) are also covered in detail. Visual and Introduction.- Creative force.- Creativity and find- the planets, moons, asteroids, and comets of [..] photographic (chemical and digital) [..] ing ideas.- Experience.- Design approach and architectural language.- Creative principles.- Inspiration Contents Features and stimulation.- Intuitive design with aids.- Imple- Introduction.- Discovering Distant Worlds.- Mer- Provides a concise accessible description of the var- menting leitmotifs.- Guidelines from architecture.- cury: The Iron Planet.- Venus: The Runaway Green- ious auroral forms and how to record them, illus- Guidelines from other arts.- Deriving ideas from house.- The Moon: Queen of the Night.- Mars: The trated with color images of recent displays Contains nature.- Geometry and mathematics.- Location – Red Planet.- Asteroids: Vermin of the Skies.- Jupiter: details of 'Space Weather' forecasting websites, how function – form .- Relating to location.- Topography King of the Planets.- Saturn: Lightweight Lord of the to interpret and use the information given on these, and buildings.- Orientation.- Built environment.- Rings.- Uranus: The Toppled Giant.- Neptune: The and how to anticipate auroral activity Features the Town planning requirements.- Dealing with the lo- Last Giant.- Pluto: King of the Kuiper Belt.- Comets: stories behind major auroral storms which many cation.- Function.- Volume/area required.- Spatial Cosmic Icebergs.- Appendices. readers may have witnessed (such as, for example, programme.- Function [..] the [..] Fields of interest Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Space Exploration Contents Architectural History and Theory; Basics of Con- and Astronautics; Astronomy, Astrophysics and Introduction.- Atmospheric Phenomena.- Causes of struction Cosmology; Science, general the Aurora.- Auroral Forecasting.-Observing the Au- rora.- Historical Aurorae and more Recent Events.- Target groups Target groups Aurora Elsewhere.- Scientific Investigations.- Noc- Students, lecturers, tutors, professors, young profes- Popular science and space enthusiasts, stu- tilucent Clouds.- Bibliography.- Glossary.- Index. sionals dents, engineers, historians Fields of interest Type of publication Type of publication Popular Science in Astronomy; Extraterrestrial Professional book Popular science Physics, Space Sciences; Astronomy

Due June 2007 Due March 2007 Target groups Amateur astronomers, observers of natural phenomena 2007. 84 p. 85 illus. (Basics) Softcover 2007. X, 325 p. Hardcover Type of publication 26,95 € 12,90 € Popular science ISBN 978-3-7643-8112-7 ISBN 978-0-387-40212-3 Due May 2007

2007. X, 182 p. (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series) Soft- cover

26,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-36052-2 8 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

L. Boschiero, Campion College, Sydney, NSW, Australia T. Brandt, Dortmund, Germany; S. Franssen, Dortmund, Germany D. Brown

Experiment and Natural Philosophy Basics Tendering Descanso in Seventeenth-Century Tuscany An Urban Oasis Revealed The History of the Accademia del Cimento Tendering constitutes the transition from the drawing and planning stage to the construction phase. In addition to its economic and contractual dimension, Fields of interest This analysis begins by examining the use of experi- it is also an essential tool for translating design qual- Architecture, general ments, mathematics, and natural philosophy in sev- ity into built quality. This volume presents various enteenth-century Italy. Once these topics are clear- ways to put construction works out to tender. In ad- Type of publication ly defined, it becomes easier to understand the in- dition, it explains in practical terms how to describe Professional book tellectual interests and motivations of each of the construction work and how to prepare all of the doc- Cimento’s members. Case studies regarding the umentation required for a complete invitation to Due September 2007 Cimento’s work on air-pressure, the vacuum, the tender. Subjects: Allocating construction work; Dif- freezing process, and the properties and effects of ferent ways to specify construction work; The struc- heat and cold, reveal the group’s natural philosophi- ture of a work specification; Quantity determination; 2007. 96 p. Hardcover cal skills, commitments, and agendas. Meanwhile, in Using invitations to tender to realize plan quality. an attempt to avoid religious pressure and to main- 32,90 € tain an uncontroversial reputation for the academy, Features ISBN 978-1-890449-37-7 Leopoldo censored the academicians from publicly A Basics for the hands-on, practical side of the pro- expressing their views on a number of issues. The fession The basis for turning the plan into reality purpose of this work is to counter historiographies How to avoid cost overruns and unpleasant surprises that search for the origins of modern science within on the construction site the experimental practices of Europe’s first scientific institutions, such as the Cimento. It proposes that we Contents should look beyond the experimental rhetoric found Introduction.- Meaning of awards and tendering.- in published works, to find that the [..] Translating planning quality into building quality.- Potential and risks in awarding and tendering.- Ba- Features sics of awarding.- Principles of awarding building Broadly relevant to studies of Scientific Revolution, services.- Awarding aims.- Building the award phase not just the Accademia del Cimento Provides fresh into the planning and execution process.- Contractu- insight into early modern scientific academies, es- al basis of awards.- Fixing award units.- Tendering.- pecially in Italy Clear and straightforward style of Object of tender.- Tender components.- Contractual writing, avoiding convoluted prose common in such conditions.- Structure and systematics of service de- works Challenges dominant historiographies of post- scription.- Functional – structural .- Ways in which Galilean Italian science Introduces Anglophones the architect can influence design.- Degree of tender- largely unfamiliar with Continental science history, ing depth.- Description [..] to [..] Fields of interest Contents Architectural History and Theory; Basics of Con- Introduction.- Part One: Galileo And Beyond. One: struction 350 Years of coming to grips with the experimental activities of Galileo and his followers. Two: Vin- Target groups cenzio Viviani (1622-1703): Galileo’s last disciple. Students, lecturers, tutors, professors, young profes- Three: Giovanni Alfonso Borelli (1608-1679). Four: sionals What it meant to be a Cimento academician. Five: Type of publication Experiments concerning air-pressure and the void Professional book and a look at the Accademia’s internal workings.- Part Two: The Accademia Del Cimento: 1657-1662. Six: The artificial freezing process of liquids, and the Due June 2007 properties and effects of heat and cold.- Part Three: The Accademia Del Cimento: [..] 2007. 83 p. 46 illus. (Basics) Softcover

Fields of interest 12,90 € History of Science; History; History of Philosophy; ISBN 978-3-7643-8110-3 History of Physics; History of Mathematics

Target groups Scholars and students interested in early modern history and philosophy of science

Type of publication Monograph

Due September 2007

2007. XII, 252 p. (Studies in History and Philosophy of Science, Vol. 21) Hardcover

144,95 € ISBN 978-1-4020-6245-2 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 9

D. Brown R.K. Buchheim, Coto de Caza, CA, USA Bund Deutscher Landschaftsarchitekten bdla, Berlin, Germany (Ed.) Descanso The Sky is Your Laboratory Übergänge / Insight Out An Urban Oasis Revealed Advanced Astronomy Projects for Amateurs Zeitgenössische deutsche Landschaftsarchitektur / Contem- porary German Landscape Architecture

For the experienced amateur astronomer who is Fields of interest wondering if there is something useful, valuable, and Architecture, general permanent that can be done with his or her obser- Cooperating closely with architects, observing and vational skills, the answer is, "Yes, you can!" This is continuing the discipline's traditions, designing open Type of publication the book for the experienced amateur astronomer spaces temporarily or for the long term, overcoming Professional book who is ready to take a new step in his or her astro- the crisis of artificiality - the challenges to contem- nomical journey. Unfortunately, there is no modern porary landscape architecture are taking on increas- Due September 2007 text that points curious amateur astronomers to the ingly complex dimensions. How can buildings and research possibilities that are open to them. At the open space be integrated by means of design? What potential results from the interaction of landscape 2007. 96 p. Softcover 2006 meeting of the Society for Astronomical Sci- ences, quite a few participants agreed that the lack planning and the art of engineering? What are the 19,90 € of such a text was a serious gap in the astronomical consequences of design chasing after artificiality? Us- ISBN 978-1-890449-40-7 book market, and that this gap is impeding their ef- ing examples from numerous contemporary land- forts to encourage more amateur astronomers to get scape, urban, and private propects and in thematic involved in research collaborations. This book will essays by renowned authors (e.g., Karl Ganser, Thies fill that gap, and enable more amateur astronomers Schröder, Christian Welzbacher), this attractive book to add research-type studies to their pursuit of the reveals the pioneering responses that contemporary hobby. Written by an astronomer who is well known landscape architects offer to such central questions. amongst the amateur and professional community Features for the skill and quality of his work, this [..] Erscheint anlässlich der Verleihung des Deutschen Features Landschaftsarchitektur-Preises 2007 Essays in- The first modern, practical guide to how the back- ternational renommierter Autoren Aktuelle und yard observer can contribute to astronomical science umfassende Ausblicke auf heutige Aufgaben und Projects are more advanced; new sections on mete- Antworten der Landschaftsarchitektur ors, meteor showers, novas and supernovas, and ex- Contents trasolar planets Describes a wide range of research Foreword.- Interview.- Between Landscape and Ar- areas where amateurs are gathering new scientific chitecture.- Architectonic Garden.- Essay III.- Ger- data that will be utilised by professional astronomers man Landscape Architecture Prize 2007.- Describes the essential ways in which an amateur’s Commendations.- Taking stock.- Essay IV.- Tempo- [..] rary Landscape Architecture.- Essay VI.- Appendix.- Contents Index of names and projects.- Index of places. Meteor Studies.- Visual meteor counts of major me- Fields of interest teor showers.- Characterization of minor meteor Landscape Architecture; Cities, Countries, Regions; showers.- Characterizing Sporadic meteors, and dis- Urbanism covering unrecognized showers.- Automating your Meteor Observations.- Radio Meteor Monitoring.- Target groups Additional Reading and Resources.- Occultations.- Students, other designers; libraries Lunar Occultation Timing.- Grazing Lunar Occulta- tions.- Asteroid Occultation Timing.- International Type of publication Occultation Timing Association.- Additional Read- Professional book ing and Resources.- Visual Observing.- Variable Star Observing.- AAVSO.- CCD Photometry.- Gener- Due July 2007 al Principles of Aperture Photometry.- Selection of Comp [..] 2007. 160 S. 156 Abb., 146 in Farbe. Dustjacket Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy, Astro- 46,64 € physics and Cosmology; Astronomy ISBN 978-3-7643-7958-2

Target groups Experienced amateur astronomers

Type of publication Popular science

Due June 2007

Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK

2007. XXVI, 302 p. 65 illus. (Popular Astronomy) Softcover

26,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-71822-4 10 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

A. Burke, T. Tierney (Eds.) V.B. Canizaro (Ed.) F. Casoli, Institut d'Astrophysique Spatiale, Orsay, France; T. En- crenaz, Observatoire de Paris, Meudon, France Network Practices Architectural Regionalism The New Worlds New Strategies in Architecture and Design Collected Writings on Place, Identity, Modernity and Tradition Extrasolar Planets

The twin revolutions of the global economy and In this rapidly globalizing world, any investigation of omnipresent Internet connectivity have had a pro- architecture inevitably leads to considerations of re- The detection and exploration of extrasolar plan- found impact on architectural design. The collect- gionalism. But despite its omnipresence in contem- ets is one of the most exciting and fast moving areas ed essays in Network Practices capture this unique porary practice and theory, architectural regionalism of astronomical research at the present time. With moment in the evolution of design, where crossing remains a fluid concept, its historical development over forty research programmes ongoing, and just as disciplines, spatial interactions, and design practices and current influence largely undocumented. This many planned, the search for these new worlds has are all poised to be reimagined. With contributions comprehensive reader brings together over forty key become the main objective for a new generation of by architects, artists, computer programmers, and essays illustrating the full range of ideas embodied giant ground-based telescopes as well as many future theorists, and texts by Reinhold Martin, Dagmar by the term. Authored by important critics, histori- space missions. Experimental methods and observa- Richter, Michael Speaks, Marc Wigley, and others, ans, and architects such as Kenneth Frampton, Lewis tional techniques are pushing existing instruments to Network Practices offers an interdisciplinary analysis Mumford, Sigfried Giedion, and Alan Colquhoun, their limits. The most exciting possibility offered by of how art, science, and architecture are responding Architectural Regionalism represents the history of this research is the discovery of Earth-like extraso- to rapidly changing mobile, wireless, and informa- regionalist thinking in architecture from the early lar planets, with a mass comparable to that of Earth, tion-embedded environments. twentieth century to today. located at the right distance from its star to host liq- uid water – in other words, a place where life could Features Features evolve. The authors tackle this challenging field of Network Practices is the first book to address this Contains seminal texts, many of which are hard-to- research by first looking at early searches for extraso- subject head-on Issues of connectivity and digitally find and out-of-print Recent and previously unpub- lar planets, the very first discoveries and the observa- driven design practices are radically altering the dis- lished texts extend the notion of architectural region- tional techniques involved. They then examine the cipline of architecture Globalization and cyber cul- alism into the next century very wide range of extrasolar planets that have been ture are of increasing interest to architecture & discovered during [..] design professionals and students Fields of interest Architectural History and Theory Features Fields of interest Presents the whole story of the hunt for planets out- Architecture, general Type of publication side the Solar System for the first time Describes Professional book clearly the various techniques used by astronomers Type of publication to detect extrasolar planets Provides a complete pic- Professional book Due May 2007 ture of the wide range of extrasolar planets discovered to date Demonstrates how life might evolve on an extrasolar planet and how such life might be de- Due September 2007 Not available in UK tected Explains concepts in such a way that no prior [..] 2007. 224 p. 124 illus., 24 in color. Softcover 2007. 463 p. 80 illus. Softcover Contents 24,90 € 32,00 € ISBN 978-1-56898-701-9 Preface.- Extrasolar Planets: The Quest of As- ISBN 978-1-56898-616-6 tronomers.- The Quest for Exoplanets.- Ten Years of Discoveries.- What we learn from our Solar Sys- tem.- The Formation of Planetary Systems.- Life in the Universe.- Future Projects.- Appendices.

Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy, Astro- physics and Cosmology; Astronomy; Astrobiology

Target groups Popular science and popular astronomy enthusiasts

Type of publication Popular science

Due April 2007

Original French edition published by Éditions Belin, 2005. Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK

2007. XI, 188 p. (Popular Astronomy) Softcover

24,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-44906-7 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 11

M. Celik, Trajekt, Institute for Spatial Culture, Ljubljana, Slovenia J.-L. Cohen, New York University, NY, USA A.D.D. Craik, University of St. Andrews, UK

New Architecture in Slovenia Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Mr Hopkins' Men: Cambridge Reform and British Mathematics in the 19th Century The countries in Central and Eastern Europe have Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was one of the leading undergone far-reaching economic and social changes figures of twentieth-century architecture. For archi- over the last 15 years. This makes way for new con- tects and many others who are committed to the ditions for new living spaces. In the economically modernist tradition, he is a pivotal figure. With in- This wide-ranging book tells the story of the remark- flourishing state of Slovenia, which became a mem- depth, scholarly essays and opulent photographs and able William Hopkins and the education and ca- ber of the EU in 2004, architecture production has plans, this book traces the multifaceted development reers of his top "wranglers", many of whom went on developed with great optimism but also with a dis- of his work, including his first Berlin buildings, his to have illustrious careers as bishops, judges, politi- cernible bit of concern. Questions concerning the villa projects, his work at the Bauhaus in the 1930s, cians, scientists or educators. It draws on first-hand maintenance of the quality of life and the identity of and his American projects of the postwar years. Jean- accounts of life at Cambridge to give the reader a cities, villages and landscape planning are of great Louis Cohen was the director of the Institut français glimpse inside its colleges, and it charts the evolu- interest at the moment. Slovenia’s new architecture d’architecture until 2003 and is currently a professor tion of the curriculum and the slow reforms that led is taking a new approach to these problems and re- at New York University. He has an established repu- to Cambridge’s dominance of British higher edu- ceiving great international recognition. The book tation as a leading international historian of architec- cation. It surveys the scientific achievements of the discusses around 30 projects built over the last 10 ture. His broad and encompassing perspective makes time and considers the disproportionate contribu- years and includes descriptions, photos and plans. this book a reliable and comprehensive introduction tions made by Scottish and Irish alumni in establish- The projects include administration and office build- to the work of Mies van der Rohe. ing a research community. Gradually, Cambridge ings, as well as educational and residential buildings. was transformed from a near-moribund institution Features into a world-renowned centre for the mathematical Features Expert knowledge packed with high-quality images and physical sciences. Many famous scientists and The first overview of new Slovenian architecture 30 An authoritative introduction to the work of a piv- mathematicians are profiled and, as a special high- projects completed over the last ten years A self-con- otal figure in twentieth-century architecture For ar- light, Hopkins’ own collection of portraits of his top fident scene introduces itself chitects as well as a broader audience by an estab- students, attributed to the artist T.C. Wageman, are lished and widely published architectural historian published – in colour – for the first time. Fields of interest Cities, Countries, Regions; Architects Fields of interest Features Architects; Architectural History and Theory Hopkins’ own collection of portraits of his top stu- Target groups dents, attributed to the artist T.C. Wageman, is pub- Architects, students, interested laymen Target groups lished here - in full colour - for the first time Charts Architects with interest in architectural history, stu- the evolution of teaching and research at Cambridge Type of publication dents of architecture, readers interested in culture, University during a key period in the development Monograph art historians of the mathematical sciences in Britain Surveys the careers and achievements of the top Wranglers of the Due August 2007 Type of publication period 1829-60 including G. Green, G.G. [..] Professional book Contents 2007. 192 p. 355 illus. in color. Hardcover Due March 2007 Part I: Educating the Elite.- Introducing Hop- 44,95 € kins and his Wranglers.- The Student Experience 1820-1860.- Cambridge University in Context.- ISBN 978-3-211-71487-4 Originally published by Spon, London, 1996 Teaching at Cambridge.- William Hopkins.- Hop- kins’ Top Wranglers 1829-1854.- Part II: Careers 2007. 191 p. 203 illus., 119 in color. Hardcover of the Wranglers.- The "Cambridge Stamp".- The Growth of a Research Community.- Achievements 39,90 € in the Mathematical Sciences.- Wranglers at Home: ISBN 978-3-7643-7960-5 Four Biographies.- Wranglers Abroad: Churchmen and Educators in the Colonies.- Postscript.

Fields of interest History of Mathematics; History of Science; Science Education; Popular Science in Mathematics/Natural Science/Technology

Target groups Students, teachers and researchers interested in the history of mathematics and the physical sciences; Students, teachers and researchers interested in the history of education

Type of publication Monograph

Due August 2007

2007. XIV, 410 p. 78 illus., 48 in colour. Hardcover

99,95 € ISBN 978-1-84628-790-9 12 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

J. Cramer, Freie Universität Berlin, Germany; S. Breitling, Freie T. Culvahouse (Ed.) J. Czerniak, G. Hargreaves (Eds.) Universität Berlin, Germany The Tennessee Valley Authority: Large Parks Architecture in Existing Fabric Design and Persuasion Planning, Design, Building In Large Parks, editors Julia Czerniak and George Hargreaves present eight essays by leading In the wake of the Great Depression, one of Presi- scholars and practitioners that engage large urban Architectural work on existing structures has be- dent Franklin Roosevelt’s most successful New Deal parks in depth as complex cultural spaces, where key come enormously important in recent years. For programs was the formation of the Tennessee Valley issues of landscape discourse, ecological challenges, the majority of architects, this is where future mar- Authority, a federal government–owned corporation social history, urban relations, and place-making are ket opportunities will lie. This book provides a com- created in 1933 to revitalize the Tennessee writ large. From historic parks such as New York’s prehensive introduction to the field and is thus ad- River Valley. This book includes essays by experts Central Park and Paris’s Bois de Boulogne to con- dressed to all practitioners, students, and building in the fields of architecture, landscape architecture, temporary projects such as Toronto’s Downsview sponsors whose interest goes beyond an initial en- graphic design, industrial design, and the fine arts. Park and Staten Island's Fresh Kills, to newly un- counter with this wideranging field of activity. Con- Featuring new photography by Richard Barnes, The veiled and yet-to-bebuilt projects such as Ken tradicting the conventional view that creative design Tennessee Valley Authority interweaves technical, Smith’s ambitious plans for the Orange County work is the exclusive province of new building de- political, aesthetic, and cultural concerns to complete Great Park, Large Parks highlights the complexities sign, the authors offer a nuanced account of active a missing chapter in the study of modern American and unique considerations that go into designing and creative strategies for planning, design, and ex- architecture and design. these massive and culturally significant works. ecution. Subjects considered range from town plan- Fields of interest ning issues through the overall project cycle and its Fields of interest Architecture, general individual phases all the way to building manage- Landscape Architecture ment. Special focuses are the "grammar of design" Type of publication as well as the issues arising through collaboration of Type of publication Professional book different experts. In order to illuminate this broad Professional book and complex spectrum of topics, the book incorpo- rates thirty examples of projects from Europe [..] Due July 2007 Due September 2007 Features 2007. 144 p. 105 illus., 55 in colour. Hardcover An indispensable companion for practitioners, stu- 2007. 255 p. 150 illus., 100 in color. Softcover dents, and building sponsors Offers guidance in all 32,00 € 23,90 € relevant disciplines Shows graphic examples of real- ISBN 978-1-56898-684-5 ized international projects ISBN 978-1-56898-624-1

Fields of interest Basics of Construction; Building Types and Func- tions

Target groups Architects, building engineers, project managers and clients of maintenance and modernization projects, lecturers and students in architecture, preservation of ancient monuments and urban planning

Type of publication Professional book

Due May 2007

2007. 221 p. 317 illus., 231 in color. Hardcover

39,90 € ISBN 978-3-7643-7752-6 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 13

V. De Risi, Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa, Italy W. Dubbeldam M. Dudek

Geometry and Monadology AT-INdex Schools and Kindergartens

Leibniz's Analysis Situs and Philosophy of Space A Design Manual

Features This book reconstructs, both from the historical Features highly acclaimed projects such In a global economy, the importance of education is and theoretical points of view, Leibniz’s geometrical as From HardWare to SoftForm exhibition, Ai- now widely recognized. Furthermore, in the wake of studies, focusing in particular on the research Leib- da Hair Salon, and Gipsy Trail Residence. In- international assessment studies, schools and kinder- niz carried on in the last years of his life. The main cludes incisive essays by Detlef Mertins, Javier gartens have become a focus of great public interest. purpose of the work is to offer a better understand- Barreiro Cavestany, and Michael Speaks Features As a new generation of educational environments are ing of the philosophy of space and in general of the lush photographs, informative diagrams, and designed and built, this Design Manual illustrates the mature Leibnizean metaphysics, through a pressing her compelling designs. most up-to-date educational strategies and how they confrontation with the problems of geometric foun- are realized in built form. With 80 case studies from dation. Regarding this scope of problems, the book Fields of interest Europe, North America and the Pacific Region, this also deals quite in depth with Leibniz’s theory of sen- Architects is an essential guide for architects involved in the de- sibility, thus favouring the comparison and contrast sign of schools and kindergartens. This specialized between Leibniz’s philosophy and Kant’s transcen- Type of publication field encompassing ever-changing educational the- dentalist solution. The Appendix gives editing to a Professional book ories is explained in the context of varying nation- number of previously unpublished manuscripts on al and regional approaches. Among the key themes geometry from the Leibniz Archiv. Due May 2007 analyzed are aspects such as the impact of modern communication technology, urban integration or in- Features ternal circulation. The book will also be of interest to 2006. 224 p. 250 color illus. Softcover The first ever, comprehensive historical recon- educationalists, parents and the wider community. struction of Leibniz’s geometry A study on the re- 32,00 € lationship between geometry and metaphysics in Features ISBN 978-1-56898-535-0 Leibniz’s thought A face-to-face confrontation be- State-of-the-art systematic presentation Examples tween Leibniz’s philosophy of geometry and Kant’s from internationally famous architects such as Foster transcendentalism Many unpublished Leibnizean and Partners, Behnisch & Partner, SOM, Her- manuscripts man Hertzberger, and others Author with significant experience and expertise in school design and con- Contents struction Preface.- Historical Survey.- Geometry.- Phe- nomenology.- Metaphysics.- Bibliography.- Ap- Fields of interest pendix. Leibniz's Writings. Building Types and Functions

Fields of interest Target groups History of Science Modern communication technologists, educationalists, parents and the wider community Target groups Science historians, metaphysics historians, Leibniz Type of publication scholars, Kant scholars Professional book

Type of publication Due March 2007 Monograph

2007. 255 p. 899 illus., 212 in color. (Design Manuals) Hardcover Due April 2007 89,90 € 2007. XX, 658 p. (Science Networks. Historical Studies, Vol. 33) ISBN 978-3-7643-7053-4 Hardcover

139,00 € ISBN 978-3-7643-7985-8 14 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

Echelle-1, Fondation Le Corbusier (Eds.) Echelle-1, Fondation Le Corbusier (Eds.) A. Eisinger, Hochschule Liechtenstein, Germany; I. Reuther, Universität Kassel, Germany; F. Eberhard, Amt für Städtebau, Zürich; R. Lüscher, Amt für Städtebau, Zürich (Eds.) Le Corbusier - Plans 1945-1952 Le Corbusier - Plans 1953-1964 Zürich baut - Konzeptioneller Städtebau / Building Zurich: Fields of interest Fields of interest Conceptual Urbanism Architects Architects

Type of publication Type of publication Professional book Professional book The financial, economic, and scientific capital of Zurich is internationally recognized for its path- Due March 2007 Due September 2007 breaking approach to town planning. With examples from the last ten years, Building Zurich shows how conceptual urbanism works in that city and presents Distributed by Codex Images International, Paris, France Distributed by Codex Images International, Paris, France the factors that make for its success. Occupying center stage are the procedures that build trust and bring 2006. 4 DVDs. 2007. 4 DVDs. together the disparate interests of politicians and administration, investors, landowners, and architects. 1.600,00 € 1.600,00 € The ideas are illustrated with numerous plans, pho- ISBN 978-3-7643-7456-3 ISBN 978-3-7643-7457-0 tographs, and reproductions, while commentaries, analyses, and interviews and conversations with the participants provide an inside look at the tools and working methods of Zurich town planning. By a team of editors and authors consisting of Franz Eber- hard and Regula Lüscher Gmür as representatives of the Department of Town Planning and Professors Angelus Eisinger and Iris Reuther as outside experts.

Features Innovative Konzepte und reichhaltige Mate- rialien machen das Buch zu einem wichtigen Referenzwerk für die zukünftigen Heraus- forderungen im Städtebau Mit einem Beitrag von Martin Heller, ehemaliger künstlerischer Leiter der EXPO 02, Intendant der Europäischen Kulturhauptstadt Linz 2009 Mit eigens für die Pub- likation in Auftrag gegebenen fotografischen Sequen- zen von Georg Aerni

Fields of interest Cities, Countries, Regions

Target groups Architects, urban planners, clients and investors, professors/students in urban planning

Type of publication Professional book

Due March 2007

Koproduktion mit der Stadt Zürich

2007. 312 S. 255 Abb., 174 in Farbe. Hardcover

37,29 € ISBN 978-3-7643-7996-4 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 15

O. Eliasson, Berlin, Germany; K. Thorsen, Oslo, Norway K.E. Fishbaugh, ISSI, Bern, Switzerland; D.J. Des Marais, NASA U.P. Flückiger, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA Ames Research Center, CA, USA; O. Korablev, Russian Space Re- search Institute (IKI), Moscow, Russia; P. Lognonné, IPGP, Paris, Serpentine Gallery Pavilion 2007 France; F. Raulin, LISA, UMR, CNRS, Cedex France (Eds.) Donald Judd

Architecture in Marfa, Texas Geology and Habitability of The Serpentine Gallery has commissioned Olafur Terrestrial Planets Eliasson and architect Kjetil Thorsen to design its Donald Judd (1928-1994) hat als einer der bedeu- Pavilion in 2007. Based on the principle of a wind- tendsten Vertreter der amerikanischen Minimal Art ing ramp, the Pavilion explores the idea of vertical auch einen nachhaltigen Einfluss auf die Architektur circulation within a single space. “Our collabora- Given the fundamental importance of and universal ausgeübt. Zu den weniger bekannten Aspekten sein- tion on the Serpentine Pavilion 2007 is defined by interest in whether extraterrestrial life has developed er Arbeit gehören zahlreiche Architekturentwürfe, our mutual focus on the experience of space and on or could eventually develop in our solar system and in denen er sich der Beziehung zwischen Architek- temporality as a constitutive element of spaces, pri- beyond, it is vital that an examination of planetary tur und Kunst widmet. Bedeutsam für Judds Arbeit vate or public. We both work within a field of spa- habitability go beyond simple assumptions such as, auf diesem Gebiet war ein ehemaliges Militärfort tial experimentation that renders conceptual differ- "Where there is water, there is life". This book has rein Marfa, Texas, das er teilweise kaufte und ab ences between art and architecture superfluous.” sulted from a workshop at the International Space 1971 systematisch zu einem der größten Ensem- The publication comprises extensive visual materi- Science Institute (ISSI) in Bern, Switzerland which bles für Gegenwartskunst weltweit ausbaute. Das al documenting the development and realisation of brought together planetary geologists, geophysicists, vorliegende Buchprojekt ist das erste, das sich mit the pavilion; two essays by Doreen Massey, Profes- atmospheric scientists and biologists to discuss the Judds gebautem Werk aus architektonischer Sicht sor of Geography at The Open University (UK), and multi-faceted problem of how the habitability of a auseinandersetzt. Zu diesem Zweck sind die Andreas Ruby, architecture critic; a conversation be- planet co-evolves with the geology of the surface and Gebäude in Marfa vom Autor und seinen Studen- tween Olafur Eliasson, Kjetil Thorsen, Hans Ulrich interior, the atmosphere, and the magnetosphere. ten erstmals sorgfältig und umfassend aufgemessen Obrist and Julia Peyton-Jones (Co-directors, Serpen- Each of the six chapters have been written by authors und massstäblich gezeichnet worden. Mit Hilfe der tine Gallery). with a range of expertise so that each chapter is itself einheitlich erstellten CAD-Zeichnungen sowie his- multi-disciplinary, comprehensive, and accessible to torischer und aktueller Fotografien werden Judds ar- Features scientists in all disciplines. These chapters delve into chitektonische Eingriffe an den Gebäuden in Marfa Detailed documentation of this year's Serpentine what life needs to exist and ultimately to thrive, the illustriert und im Text erläutert [..] Gallery Pavilion After Rem Koolhaas and Zaha Ha- early environments of the young terrestrial planets, did, Olafur Eliasson and Kjetil Thorsen are designing the [..] Features the Serpentine Gallery Pavilion 2007 Unverzichtbare Inspirationsquelle zeitgenössischer Features Architektur Jährlich 10'000 Kunst-und Architektur- Fields of interest Presents the combined scientific expertise of re- interessierte in Marfa Neu gezeichnete Pläne nach Architects searchers studying the conditions of life on other Aufmass vor Ort planets Target groups Fields of interest Art lovers, architects, designers Contents Architects A Multidisciplinary Approach to Habitability.- Fun- Type of publication damental Requirements for Life.- Emergence of Professional book Target groups a Habitable Planet.- Creating Habitable Zones At Architects, landscape architects, designers, artists All Scales, From Planets to Muds, on Earth and on Due September 2007 Mars.- Conversation on the Habitability of Worlds: Type of publication The Importance of Volatiles.- Water, Life, and Plan- Professional book Jointly published with Serpentine Gallery, London etary Geodynamical Evolution.- Introduction to Chapter 6.- Chapter 6, Part 1: A Comparative Study Due August 2007 of the Influence of the Active Young Sun on the Ear- 2007. 125 p. 186 illus., 28 in color. Hardcover ly Atmospheres of Earth, Mars, and Venus.- Chapter 6, Part 2: Planetary Magentic Fields and Solar Forc- 2007. 151 S. 145 Abb., 60 in Farbe. Hardcover 24,90 € ing: Implications for Atmospheric Evolution.- [..] ISBN 978-3-03778-116-6 32,62 € Fields of interest ISBN 978-3-7643-7526-3 Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Sciences; Astrobiolo- gy; Planetology

Target groups researchers in astronomy, planetary geology, astrobiology, and geosciences

Type of publication Monograph

Due September 2007

Reprint from Space Science Reviews journal, Vol. 129/1-3, 2007.

2007. VI, 306 p. (Space Sciences Series of ISSI, Vol. 24) Hardcover

134,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-74287-8 16 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

K.-P. Gast, Cochin, India G. Genta, Politecnico di Torino, Italy C. Gänshirt, Brandenburg Technical University, Cottbus

Modern Traditions Lonely Minds in the Universe Tools for Ideas

Contemporary Architecture in India An Introduction to Architectural Design

The possibility that humans are not alone in the Uni- verse and might in the future come in close contact India is a lively and diverse country that in recent Architects today must position themselves within an with other intelligences is one of the most intrigu- years has developed into one of the largest industrial- extremely wide-ranging field of qualifications. This ing questions of human history and has deep impli- ized nations in the world. This process is also reflect- makes it all the more important to have a fresh intro- cations for our understanding of the Universe and ed in its architecture. Recent developments betray duction to the field that makes up one of their core ourselves. In this book the subject is dealt with in an a new consciousness and the search for an Indian competences, the field of design. This introducto- interdisciplinary way, giving the scientific and tech- identity. International influences are merging with ry presentation describes and analyzes the theories, nological implications, discussing the philosophical traditional styles to create a unique new architectural strategies, and tools of creative design for the pur- and religious connotations and rebuffing the pseu- language, which also bears the stamp of Le Corbusier poses of practical work. With thoughtfulness and do-scientific statements. Based on our current scien- and Louis Kahn, who worked there. In its introduc- expertise, it opens the reader’s eyes to the processes tific understanding of the Universe, the possibility of tion, the book depicts the rise of modern architecture that underlie design and demonstrates different ways extraterrestrial life is discussed, summarizing cosmic, in India since independence in 1947. The main sec- of communicating about complex design work. The chemical and biological evolution. What we now tion describes the important tendencies of contem- first section focuses on the much-discussed relation- know of the Universe suggests that life is common porary Indian architecture in thematic chapters, each ship between design and research, between architec- and extraterrestrial intelligent life is a possibility. The with built examples. In addition to the new younger ture and the sciences. The second section describes problem of searching for extraterrestrial intelligent generation of Indian architects, it also considers the basic design approaches, from Vitruvius and Alber- beings is often reduced to radiotelescope technology first post-independence generation, including Balkr- ti through Erwin Panofsky and Wolfgang Kemp to or the possibility of decoding a possible message. In ishna Doshi and Charles Correa. Otl Aicher and Vilém Flusser. The third and largest many cases the idea of ETIs is loaded with anthropo- section presents the elementary tools of design, from morphism. The [..] Features gestures and words through drawings, models, and The author lives in India and is a leading authority Features simulations to critique, all as [..] on Indian architecture All plan drawings newly pre- Discusses the possibility that other intelligent beings pared by the author Contains an annotated bibliog- Features exist in the Universe whom we can contact through raphy Comprehensive introduction to a fundamental sub- either radio communications or space travel Looks at ject of architectural training and practice Provides mankind’s perspective of its place in the Universe In Fields of interest the student with a solidly didactic, consistent, and addition to the scientific and technical implications, Cities, Countries, Regions easily readable presentation of the material looks at the philosophical and religious implications Target groups of extraterrestrial intelligence Looks at the possibility Fields of interest Architects, landscape architects, cultural scientists, of extraterrestrial life from our [..] Architectural History and Theory general interested public, librairies, students Contents Target groups Type of publication The historical and philosophical perspectives.- The Advanced students of architecture, practitioners in Professional book religious perspective.- The bio-astronomical perspec- architecture, libraries tive.- The search for extraterrestrial intelligence.- The search for extraterrestrial stupidity.- The possi- Due March 2007 Type of publication bility of contact.- Epilogue.- Appendix. Professional book

2007. 128 p. 203 illus., 87 in color. Hardcover Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy; Astrobi- Due June 2007 39,90 € ology; Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Sciences ISBN 978-3-7643-7754-0 2007. 255 p. 100 duotone, 100 b/w illus. Softcover Target groups Space and popular science enthusiasts 29,90 € ISBN 978-3-7643-7577-5 Type of publication Popular science

Due July 2007

Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK

2007. XXV, 289 p. Hardcover

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P. Hagen Hodgson, R. Toyka, Academy of the Hesse Chamber of R. Handy, D.B. Moody, J. Perez, E. Rix, S. Robbins D. Harland, Glasgow, UK; B. Harvey, Dublin, Ireland Architects and Town Planners, Germany (Eds.) Astronomical Sketching: A Step-by- Space Exploration 2008 The Architect, the Cook and Good Step Introduction Taste The aim of the Space Exploration annuals is to provide a yearly update on recent space launches, mis- If you have ever gazed through the eyepiece of a tele- sions and results, to be published every September. Since time immemorial, cooking and building have scope at the magnificent rings and banded globe of The annual will cover space exploration from a va- been among humanity’s most basic occupations. Saturn, or found yourself breathless at the sight of riety of angles, looking back at past missions, re- Both of them are rooted in necessity, but both of long shadows jutting across crater floors on the ter- viewing those currently under way and detailing them also possess a cultural as well as a sensory, aes- minator of the Moon, then you will understand the those planned for the future, and encompassing both thetic dimension. And while it is true that cooking power of those direct visual experiences. You are manned and unmanned spaceflight. The invited con- is a transitory art form, it gives expression to the pe- present at a unique event, a connection between a tributions, authored by leading figures in astronomy riods of human cultural history just as architecture part of the cosmos, your eye and brain. Sketching and space exploration and which make up the bulk does. Moreover, both arts accord a central role to preserves this tie with direct observation because it of the annual each year, will cover a variety of topics the materials employed. Both involve measuring and allows the observer to spend time at the eyepiece sur- and are written to appeal to a wide readership. One proportioning, shaping and designing, assembling veying the object intimately while drawing. This per- feature introduced in the first volume ‘Solar System and composing. This book pursues the astonishing sonal experiential relationship to celestial objects dif- Log’ featuring the very latest in the exploration of the parallels and deeply rooted connections between the ferentiates astronomical sketching from photograph- planets, their moons and small Solar System bodies, art of building and that of cooking. A variety of es- ic or CCD imaging. Sketching is an excellent way to will be retained for Space Exploration 2008, and will says takes up questions of materiality and propor- record personal encounters with the celestial won- comprise seven chapters. In addition, there will be tioning. Attention will also be given to food culti- ders, because as you are drawing, you are training a special additional section entitled, ‘Return to the vation and architecture, to the places where meals your eye to perceive ever greater detail, taking the Moon’ containing three chapters. are prepared as well as a range of different culinary fullest advantage of your telescope's light grasp and spaces. With articles by Annette Gigon, Stanislaus resolution. Moreover, astronomical sketches can be Features von Moos, Claudio Silvestrin, Ian Ritchie, and oth- artwork in themselves, for [..] The second regular space exploration annual Written ers. at an accessible level for both young and older space Features enthusiasts Provides a regular, balanced review of all Features Provides step-by-step tutorials in several media, the world’s major space programmes, past, present A source of inspiration for everyone with a passion from pencil to computer graphics Detailed descrip- and future Will detail annual statistical material on for cooking and building 15 essays, rich and multi- tions of required supplies and equipment used for space developments Will have a strong appeal to faceted subject matter Numerous drawings and color each medium Allows the amateur astronomer to younger enthusiasts and be a perfect Christmas gift illustrations choose between several accurate record keeping forms that describe the time, telescope configuration Contents Fields of interest and conditions during the sketch Exposes the reader Architectural History and Theory Preface – Welcome to Space Exploration, 2008.- The to fine examples of historical and contemporary as- Epic Journey Continues, The Annual Review by Bri- tronomical [..] Target groups an Harvey.- Prepare for Lift-off! The Future of Space Tourism by Erik Seedhouse.- Stepping Out into the Architects, architect theorists, art historians, cultur- Contents Solar System, A Human Mission to an Asteroid by al scientists, general interested public, librairies, stu- Introduction.- Sketching the Moon.- Sketching Leonard David.- Long Duration Spaceflight, The dents the Sun.- Sketching Comets.- Sketching the Plan- Work of the Institute of Bio-Medical Problems by ets.- Sketching Nebulae.- Sketching Star Clusters.- Type of publication Dominic Phelan.- Another Giant Leap, Human Mis- Sketching Planetary Nebulae.-Sketching Galaxies.- Collection of essays sions to Mars by Donald Rapp.- Beyond the Solar Record keeping.- Index. System, Technologies for Ultra-Deep Space Probes Due March 2007 Fields of interest by Greg Matloff.- Reviving the Old, Introducing the Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy New, Russia’s New Space Science Projects by Igor [..] 2007. 157 p. 197 illus., 135 in color. Hardcover Target groups Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy; Extrater- 39,90 € Primary: Practical and Amateur Astronomers restrial Physics, Space Sciences ISBN 978-3-7643-7621-5 Type of publication Popular science Target groups Popular science – space enthusiasts from teens upwards through to professionals working in the Due June 2007 worldwide space industry and journalists covering space issues 2007. XVII, 195 p. (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series) Softcover Type of publication Popular science 32,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-26240-6 Due August 2007

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R. Harshaw, Stardeck Observatory, Kansas City, MO, USA B. Harvey, Dublin, Ireland E. Hauer

The Complete CD Guide to the The Rebirth of the Russian Space Erwin Hauer Continua

Universe Program Architectural Screens and Walls 50 Years After Sputnik, New Frontiers

This is without doubt the largest and most compre- Our 2004 book Erwin Hauer Continua resurrect- hensive atlas of the universe ever created for amateur ed the extraordinary but little known work of this The Rebirth of the Russian Space astronomers. It is the first major observing guide Austrian-born sculptor whose designs of perforat- Program looks at the Russian space pro- for amateurs since Burnham’s Celestial Handbook. ed wall screens and modular structures are sym- gramme in 2007, 50 years after Sputnik. Bri- With finder charts of large-scale and unprecedent- phonies of measured elegance. Now available an Harvey covers all the key elements of the cur- ed detail, in both normal and mirror-image views in paperback, Erwin Hauer Continua gathers rent Russian space programme, from manned to un- (for users of the ubiquitous Meade and Celestron stunning photographs, drawings, and descriptions manned missions; the various types of unmanned Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope ranges), and an exten- of these classic works of design. 'Following a geomet- applications programmes; the military programme; sive list of 14,000 objects, it will provide a detailed ric recipe of his own divining, Hauer was able to dis- the infrastructure of production, launch centres and observing guide for almost any practical amateur as- cover extraordinarily complex patterns that possess tracking; the commercialization of the programme tronomer, up to the most advanced. Spanning some a large measure of depth and beauty.' —Architec- and its relationship with western companies; and the 3,000 pages, this is a project that is possible only on ture Erwin Hauer has exhibited widely in the United programme in a comparative global context. CD-ROM. The atlas covers the whole range of ob- States and Europe and his sculptures can be found in Strong emphasis is placed on Russia’s future space jects viewable by amateur astronomers with 8- to 11- many public and corporate collections. He continues intentions and on new programmes and missions in inch telescopes, from latitude approx +40 degrees. his work as a sculptor and is Professor Emeritus at prospect, such as Soyuz in Kourou, Kliper, Phobos The projected total number of objects is (currently) the Yale University School of Art. Grunt and the Angara launcher. End matter 13,238, compared with Burnham’s approximately contains a list of all missions since January 1991 to 5,000 double stars (in three volumes). This is much Features December 2006. more than just a catalog of objects. As planned, the • Long unavailable "continua" series of screens and walls have been re-issued • Stunning photographs of atlas will have about 270 double star images [..] Features these classic works of design • Erwin Hauer’s work is The definitive book on the current Russian space Features again in the design press. programme, 50 years after Sputnik A balanced nar- Large-scale and very detailed finder charts for every rative account of the all the past, present and future part of the sky, from –40° declination to the North Fields of interest key elements of the Russian space programme De- Celestial Pole in both normal and mirror image Architects tails manned and unmanned military programmes; views, let the observer find things just as they appear launchers, engines, facilities, infrastructure, poli- in his telescope Extensive catalog of 14,000 objects, Type of publication cy and personalities Provides statistical material on including double stars, nebulae, planetary nebulae, Professional book Russian space developments open clusters, globular clusters, galaxies, etc. Plenty to observe for years and years Detailed [..] Contents Due September 2007 Almost the End.- Building the International Space Contents Station.- Unmanned Programmes.- Military Pro- 2008. 108 p. Softcover Book: Introduction.- How to observe different types grammes.- Launchers and Engines.- Launch Sites.- of objects.- How to rate the sky.- How to keep a log.- Organization.- The New Frontier.- List of Launch- 23,90 € How to observe double stars.- Detailed instructions ings 1991 – 2006.- Bibliography.- Glossary. ISBN 978-1-56898-727-9 on how to use the CD-R, with screen shots, examples, and a tutorial.- Appendix : summaries of the Fields of interest CD-R contents.CD-ROM: Approximately 3,000 Popular Science in Astronomy; Automotive and pages (in PDF format) of maps and descriptive ma- Aerospace Engineering; Astronomy; Extraterrestrial terial, broken down as follows.- Double Stars.- Dark Physics, Space Sciences nebulae.- Bright nebulae.- Planetary nebulae.- Super- nova remnants.- Open clusters.- Globular clusters.- Target groups Galaxies.- Quasi stellar objects.- Other.- Index.- Ac- Space enthusiasts, professionals working in the space robat ® Reader.- Appendices. industry, journalists covering space issues and space historians Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy Type of publication Popular science Target groups Practical astronomers Due April 2007 Type of publication Popular science Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK

Due April 2007 2007. XXV, 355 p. (Space Exploration) Softcover

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G. Heiken, Freeland, WA, USA; E. Jones, Wodonga, VIC, Australia B. Hendrickx, Ghent, Belgium; B. Vis, The Hague, The Netherlands H.M. Henning, Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, Freiburg, Germany (Ed.) On the Moon Energiya-Buran Solar-Assisted Air-Conditioning in The Apollo Journals The Soviet Space Shuttle Buildings

A Handbook for Planners Public interest in the first lunar landing transcend- In Energiya-Buran: the Soviet Space Shuttle, the au- ed political, economic and social borders – the world thors describe the long development path of the So- was briefly united by the courage of the crew, and viet space shuttle system, consisting of the Energiya Air conditioning contributes significantly to the en- the wonder of the accomplishment. Prompted by the rocket and the Buran orbiter. The program eventual- ergy consumption of buildings in many countries. A rivalry of the Cold War, Apollo 11 and the five mis- ly saw just one unmanned flight in November 1988 promising possibility for energy reduction is the use sions that subsequently landed on the Moon were ar- before the end of the Cold War and the collapse of of solar thermal energy in solar-assisted air condi- guably the finest feats of exploration in human histo- the Soviet Union sealed its fate. After a Foreword tioning systems. The main advantage of this technol- ry. But these were more than exercises in ‘flags and provided by lead Buran test pilot Igor Volk, the au- ogy is that cooling loads and solar gains occur at the footprints’, because the missions involved the crews thors look at the experience gradually accumulat- same time, at least on a seasonal level. However, until making geological field trips on a low gravity site ed in high-speed aeronautics with the development today only a few systems have been installed world- while wearing pressure suits, carrying life-support of various Soviet rocket planes and intercontinen- wide and design and operation experiences are fairly systems on their backs and working against an un- tal cruise missiles between the 1930s to 1950s and poor. The goal of this handbook - meanwhile avail- forgiving time line. The missions delivered not only the study of several small spaceplanes in the 1960s. able in the 2nd edition - is to address this lack and samples of moonrock, but also hard-learned lessons Next the authors explain how the perceived mili- to support the planner in the design of solar assisted for how to work on the surface of another planet, tary threat of the US Space Shuttle led to the deci- air-conditioning systems, which use solar collectors and this experience will be crucial to planning the re- sion in February 1976 to build a Soviet equivalent, as heat source. sumption of the human exploration of the Moon and and explore the evolution of the design until it was going on to Mars. frozen in 1979. Following this is a detailed technical Features description of both Energiya and Buran and a look at Handbook for the design of solar assisted air-condi- Features nominal flight scenarios and emergency [..] tioning systems 2nd revised edition Describes the challenging yet exhilarating lunar environment facing the Apollo astronauts Reveals their Features Contents courageous, sometimes creative and occasionally hu- The first comprehensive book on the Soviet Ener- From the contents Editor’s notes; Authors, contribu- morous adaptation to the field conditions on another gia/Buren programme in English Tells the fascinat- tors.- Introduction.- Components: The load sub-sys- planet Provides excerpts from the mission transcripts ing story of the effort designed to keep up with the tem – air-conditioning equipment; The cold produc- in which the Apollo astronauts on the lunar surface United States in the Cold War in space Provides in- tion sub-system; The heat production sub-system.- discuss their progress between themselves and with formation never before published in the West that Systems: System configurations: examples, control their colleagues on Earth Explains how each [..] has become available in the past fifteen years and operation; Design approaches; Performance figures; Design examples.- Summary.- References.- Ap- Contents Contents pendices: Example load parameters; Performance ex- Adapting to a New World.- A Damned Hard Walk, The roots of Buran.- The birth of Buran.- Systems ample parameters; The IEA Solar Heating and Cool- Followed by a Little Golf.- The Lunar Dune Buggy.- and scenarios.- Organizations and infrastructure.- ing Programme; Task 25 Solar-Assisted Air-Condi- The Descartes Highlands - High Land but no Vol- The Buran cosmonaut team.- Testing the hardware.- tioning of Buildings. canoes.- Drilling Troubles.- The Volcanoes of Tau- Buran in the spotlight.- Shattered dreams, new be- rus-Littrow - Explosive Volcanism on the Moon.- ginnings.- Beyond Buran.- Appendix (A, B, C and Fields of interest Boulder Rolling - Surprises During the Last Manned D).- Index. Renewable Energy Sources; Building Types and Lunar Mission. Functions Fields of interest Fields of interest Space Exploration and Astronautics; Popular Science Target groups Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy in Mathematics/Natural Science/Technology; Histo- Architects, constuction engineers, committed clients ry of Physics; Astronomy; Astronomy, Astrophysics Target groups and Cosmology Type of publication Space exploration enthusiasts, space historians, stu- Monograph dents and engineers in the aviation industry and Target groups space agencies Space exploration enthusiasts, space historians, stu- Due August 2007 dents, and engineers in the aviation industry Type of publication Popular science Type of publication 2007. XIV, 150 p. 126 illus. Hardcover Popular science 44,95 € Due March 2007 ISBN 978-3-211-73095-9 Due August 2007 Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK 2007. XIV, 492 p. (Space Exploration) Softcover 2007. 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S. Holl D. Home, Bose Institute, Kolkata, India; A. Whitaker, Queen's Uni- M. Inglis, State University of New York, NY, USA versity Belfast, UK House Astrophysics is Easy! Einstein’s Struggles with Quantum Black Swan Theory Theory An Introduction for the Amateur Astronomer

A Reappraisal Astrophysics is a subject that is often - with some Fields of interest justification - regarded as extremely difficult, requir- Architects Einstein’s Struggles with Quantum Theory: A Re- ing at least degree-level mathematics as a prerequi- Appraisal, presents an account of all aspects of site to its understanding. Consequently, many ama- Type of publication teur astronomers just don't bother, and miss out on Professional book Einstein’s encounter with quantum theory. Un- til recently it was accepted that, after important the fascinating fundamentals of the subject, and of- early work, Einstein was simply unable to follow ten on an understanding of exactly what they are ob- Due March 2007 Niels Bohr’s approach to quantum theory, and that serving. Mike Inglis' quantitative approach to astro- Einstein’s own views, centered on realism, were of no physics cuts through all the incomprehensible math- 2007. 176 p. 205 illus. Hardcover interest. This book follows modern scholarship argu- ematics, and explains all aspects of astrophysics in ing that Einstein’s arguments were well constructed, simple terms. A unique feature of this book is the 32,00 € in the Einstein-Bohr debate his position was legiti- way that example objects for practical observation ISBN 978-1-56898-587-9 mate, and his pragmatic approach to realism stim- are given at every stage, so that practical astronomers ulated John Bell and encouraged the emergence of can go and look at the objected or objects under dis- quantum information theory. The book provides a cussion, using only commercial amateur equipment. readable account of Einstein’s achievements in quan- Features tum theory, his own views, and the progress his work Explains basic mathematics leading to a deeper un- has stimulated since his death. While some chapters derstanding of astronomy Observers will know much use mathematics at an undergraduate physics level, a more about the objects in the sky after reading this path is provided for the reader more concerned with book ideas than equations, and the book should be of interest to anybody interested in Einstein and his ap- Contents proach [..] Preface and Thanks.- Acknowledgements.- Overview.- Tools of the Trade.- The Interstellar Features Medium.- Stars.- Galaxies.- Appendices.- Book List.- Comprehensive treatment of Einstein’s interaction Topic Index.- Object Index. with quantum theory There is a non-mathematical route through the book Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy Contents Foreword.- Preface.- Setting the Scene.- The Philo- Target groups sophical Background: Einstein and Mach.- Einstein Practical astronomers, astronomy enthusiasts and Quantum Theory: The Early Years.- Quan- tum Theory and its Obvious Problems.- The Stan- Type of publication dard Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics.- Inter- Popular science lude.-Einstein Confronting Quantum Theory from 1925.-Einstein’s Approaches to Quantum Theory Due September 2007 1925-1935.- EPR and its Aftermath.- Einstein and the Macroscopic Limit of Quantum Mechanics.- Summary of Einstein’s views.- Interlude.- Denoue- 2007. XVI, 200 p. 40 illus. (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy ment.- Bell’s Contributions and Quantum Nonlocal- Series) Softcover ity.- Non-Standard Quantum Interpretations.- Ein- 32,95 € stein and Quantum [..] ISBN 978-1-85233-890-9 Fields of interest Quantum Physics; History of Science; History of Physics; Quantum Computing, Information and Physics

Target groups Physicists, doctoral students

Type of publication Monograph

Due June 2007

2007. XXI, 370 p. Hardcover

114,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-71519-3 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 21

N. Jackowski, London; R.O.C.d. Ostos, London; RIEA Europa, Bern N. Kanas, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA O. Kapfinger, Vienna, Austria; U. Wieler, Bauhaus Universität (Ed.) Weimar, Germany (Eds.) Star Maps The Hanging Cemetery of Baghdad Rieß Wood³ History, Artistry, and Cartography Modulare Holzbausysteme

The London-based NaJa and deOstos architecture office was founded by Nannette Jackowski and Ri- This book traces the history of celestial cartogra- The wood module and its optimized development cardo de Ostos as a platform for experimental archi- phy and relates this history to the changing ideas of play a central role in the work of Graz architect Hu- tecture. The architects run their office as a studio man’s place in the universe and to advances in map- bert Rieß. Rieß’ team has focused on wood as a con- that tackles the challenges arising from the manifold making. Photographs from actual antiquarian celes- struction material for decades. The modular princi- possibilities presented by urban situations and social tial atlases and prints, many previously unpublished, ple is a structural leitmotif that can be recognized in dynamics by developing alternative urban concepts. enrich the text, and a legend accompanies each illus- his residential buildings, commercial projects and One of their projects is the "Hanging Cemetery of tration to explain its astronomical and cartographic buildings for other purposes in a number of differ- Baghdad”, which they have continuously developed features. Also included in the book are discussions ent variants. The book makes the case for a tradi- since 2004. In his introduction, Peter Cook says that of non-European celestial maps and chapters on ear- tional construction material and its technical evolu- as an architect, one could essentially go into denial ly American influences and celestial map-collect- tion, which combines mass assembly with natural in view of the harrowing situation in Baghdad. NaJa ing. With the construction of the International Space elegance. The case studies document the spatial de- and deOstos research the situation and react with the Station, and new plans for manned missions to the sign possibilities that Hubert Rieß, the architect of language of experimental architecture. Moon, Mars and beyond, there is renewed interest in the heavens. An ever-increasing number of peo- the first multi-level wood construction building in Features ple are fascinated with the science of space and are Austria, has explored for over 30 years. Experimental architecture and urbanism research An becoming amateur astronomers. Antiquarian map Features internationally respected project With a foreword by societies are prospering, and celestial maps are now Erste Monographie eines Pioniers des Holzbaus in Peter Cook viewed as a specialty of map collecting. The beauty and awe generated by the celestial void captures our Österreich Dokumentation der Architektur und Contents imagination and delights our aesthetic sense. der bautechnischen Planung Zahlreiche Beiträge in- Prologue.- Foreword by Peter Cook.- Chapter One volvierter Fachleute ‘Baghdad?’- Chapter Two ‘Urban Mirage’.- Chapter Features Fields of interest Three ‘Qibla’.- Chapter Four ‘Hide and Seek’.- Ac- Focuses on the history of celestial cartography from Architects knowledgements and Biography. ancient to modern times Describes the development and relationships between different sky maps and Target groups Fields of interest atlases Demonstrates contemporary cosmological Architekten, Studenten der Architektur Architects ideas, constellation representations, and cartographic advances Contains unique material on early Amer- Type of publication Target groups ican influences and collecting celestial maps and Monograph Architects, students prints Includes non-European constellation [..]

Type of publication Contents Due May 2007 Collected works Introduction.- Non-European cosmology and con- stellations.- European systems of cosmology.- Con- 2007. 159 S. 240 großt. farb. Abb. Hardcover Due March 2007 stellation development.- Early star maps.- The “Big 4” of the Golden Age (1600-1800) and their spin- 37,34 € offs.- Other important star atlases of the Golden ISBN 978-3-211-32771-5 2007. 71 p. with numerous illus. (RIEAeuropa Concepts Series) Softcover Age.- Special topics (e.g., celestial globes, astronomical instruments, solar system, etc.).- Early Ameri- 24,95 € can influences.- The transition to non-pictorial star ISBN 978-3-211-48872-0 atlases.- Appendix: Collecting celestial maps and prints.- Glossary.- Index.

Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy; Astrono- my, Astrophysics and Cosmology; History of Physics

Target groups Popular science readers including amateur and professional astronomers, amateur map collectors and professional cartographers, astronomy enthusiasts, undergraduates and postgraduates interested in the history of science, cartography, geography, philosophy and art history

Type of publication Popular science

Due August 2007

Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK

2007. XXXIV, 382 p. 207 illus., 76 in color. (Popular Astronomy) Softcover

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C. Killory, R. Davids C. Kitchin, University of Hertfordshire, UK U. Knaack, Technical University Delft, The Netherlands; T. Klein, Technical University Delft, The Netherlands; M. Bilow, University of Applied Sciences Detmold, Germany; Th. Auer, Transsolar En- Details in Contemporary Galaxies in Turmoil gineering, Stuttgart, Germany

Architecture The Active and Starburst Galaxies and the Black Holes That Drive Them Façades

Principles of Construction Curious about how Alsop Architects managed to construct that flying, translucent rectangle at the On- Astronomers' Universe Series is a new series, tario College of Art and Design? Wonder about the aimed at the same people as the Practical Astron- sustainability of the Genzyme Building? The saying omy Series - in general, active amateur as- Facades determine the appearance of a building. "the truth is in the details" reveals an essential quality tronomers. However, it is also appropriate to a wider Thus they have a very important role to play in ar- of architectural design. How a staircase curves, a roof audience of astronomically-informed readers. The chitecture. At the same time, the building envelope seemingly floats, or a concrete wall illuminates are aim of this book is to provide an up-to-date account has important functions to fulfill, including lighting, critical questions for architects looking at or creat- of active galaxies that is appropriate to the back- weatherproofing, thermal isolation, load distribu- ing new work. You might forgive designers for close- ground knowledge of amateur astronomers, but tion, and sound insulation, to name only the most ly guarding their signature techniques. Fortunate- might also be picked-up and read for interest by important. In the last fifteen years, facades have be- ly, editors Christine Killory and René Davids culled any reader with a scientific bent. Active galaxies (in- come significantly more complex. For example, "in- an amazing collection of the best trade secrets in De- cluding Quasars, QSOs, Radio galaxies, BL Lacs, telligent,” climate-active facades use self-regulating tails in Contemporary Architecture. By looking at Blazars, LINERS, ULIRGS, Seyfert galaxies, Star- systems to respond to changing light and weather the best work of the past two years, the book demon- burst galaxies, N galaxies, etc.) are a major field of conditions. This book demonstrates the principles strates how complicated design problems have been current astronomical research. Up to a fifth of all re- of facade construction. Guidelines are suggested for handled by architects to achieve beautiful, function- search astronomers are working on active galaxies. good detailing. The installation procedures are deal, innovative, sustainable, and, where necessary, Huge amounts of time on major telescopes are de- scribed for the most common materials –glass, wood, economical results. Including work by David Chip- voted to their study. In almost all cases the galaxies steel, concrete, and aluminum. Numerous drawings perfield, Herzog and deMeuron, Morphosis, ShoP, are thought to be powered by 100 million solar mass made specially for the book explain the principles of and many other well-known firms, [..] black holes at their centres. Some of the objects are the individual types of facade which are then illus- bright enough to be seen in small telescopes, and an trated with built examples. Features [..] A perfect solutions-oriented focus for practicing ar- Features chitects Beautifully designed and illustrated, this new Features Numerous drawings made especially for the book series will far out-class much of the technical materi- Accessible to amateur astronomers who do not have Practice-oriented overview al currently on the market a formal background in physics and math Makes Fields of interest sense of the chaotic and apparently innumerable Basics of Construction Fields of interest types of violently active galaxy Shows how many of Architecture, general the apparently very different phenomena seen in Target groups deep space arise from a single cause Explains how Type of publication Advanced architecture students, young professionals huge jets of material travelling at close to the speed in architecture, building engineers Professional book of light can develop near black holes where normal expectations [..] Type of publication Due May 2007 Professional book Contents Introduction.- What is a galaxy?- Galaxies in gen- Not available in UK eral.- The difference between 'ordinary' and active Due July 2007 galaxies.- The panoply of active galaxies: (Quasars, 2007. 207 p. 468 illus., 196 in color. (AsBuilt) Dustjacket QSOs, Radio galaxies, BL Lacs, Blazars, LINERS, 2007. 135 p. 305 illus. Softcover ULIRGS, Seyfert galaxies, Starburst galaxies, N galax- 42,90 € ies, etc.).- What they are and what they do? (The im- 29,90 € ISBN 978-1-56898-576-3 ages of many active galaxies are beautiful and spec- ISBN 978-3-7643-7962-9 tacular, and the inclusion of a significant number of colour photographs is essential to the book.).- Ac- tive galaxies across the spectrum (Activities and be- haviours at radio, infrared, ultra-violet, x-ray and gamma ray wavelengths).- [..]

Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy

Target groups Astronomy enthusiasts, undergraduate students

Type of publication Popular science

Due June 2007

2007. XIV, 298 p. 71 illus., 33 in color. Hardcover

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G. Kopelow M.K. Krasojevic, RIEA Bern, Schweiz J. Krebs, Dortmund, Germany

Architectural Photography The Spatial Pathology-Floating Realities Basics CAD Digital Way

Margot Krasojevic – architect and psychologist – is Computer aided design (CAD) is the rendering of no longer an unknown quantity on the experimen- architectural drawings using the computer, which In this day of online media, architects and designers tal architecture scene, although she is considered a today plays a central role in almost all architectural are increasingly faced with exciting and critical mar- member of the younger generation. Her lectures at firms. This volume explains the principles and fun- keting and publishing opportunities. Simply docu- well-known schools and centers such as the Bartlett damentals of CAD and provides the student with a menting a project is no longer enough. Architectural School of Architecture in London, the University simple and easily understandable path to using the Photography the Digital Way teaches the reader how of Washington, the University of Australia or Bei- computer as a tool and medium. Subjects: The archi- to take first-rate photographs of buildings, inside and jing, to name only a few, and contributions to inter- tectural design in dialogue with the computer; An in- out. Step-by-step instructions help you learn how national publications have attracted great interest troduction to working with software and hardware; to choose the right kind of camera, to use it effec- in her conceptual an visual work. Krasojevic’s cen- Practical, user-oriented explanations of CAD func- tively, and to enhance and manipulate your images. tral interest is in the relationship between space and tions; Digital visualization; Interfaces and data pro- This complete course begins with an introduction body, the question of the degree to which body and cessing. to the world of digital imagery and its unique aes- psyche adjust to existing typologies and vice versa. thetic considerations. Advanced chapters cover ar- The book designed by Büro Destruct is an image/text Features eas such as perspective correction and other features collage that comprises Krasojevic’s work over the last CAD is now the most important drawing tool in ar- made possible by image editing software. Illustrat- 10 years. It is meant for architects and students with chitecture Introduction to working with drawing ed with a wealth of color photographs and diagrams, an interest in experimental architecture and all those programs More than just a description of software this clearly written, easy-to-use handbook will be interested in spectacular digital visualizations. your indispensable guide whenever you pick Contents up the camera. Features CAD: meaning and applications.- The virtual draw- Spectacular 3D renderings of experimental architec- ing board:The user interface, Two-dimensional co- Features ture Summary of her projects over the last 10 years ordinate systems, Layers – the layer principle, Draw- First book that focuses on architectural photography New volume in the RIEA Book Series, edited by ing with CAD.- Drawing functions:Drawing ele- with digital equipment Numerous photographs illus- Lebbeus Woods and Guy Lafranchi ments, Construction aids, Modifications.- The third trate the text and make technical information easy dimension:Three-dimensional drawing, Models, to digest and understand Wealth of information in a Fields of interest Construction methods, Modelling, Architectural el- reader-friendly format Architects ements.- Visual presentation: Rendering processes, Surfaces, Light and shade.- Data flow: Program li- Fields of interest Target groups braries, Interfaces, AVA, Printing and plotting.- Tips Architecture, general Architects, students, interested laymen and tricks.- System requirements: Hardware, Soft- ware.- Final remarks: Design in dialogue with the [..] Type of publication Type of publication Reference work Professional book Fields of interest Architectural History and Theory; Basics of Con- Due September 2007 Due August 2007 struction; Architecture, general

2007. Approx. 145 p. Softcover Target groups 2007. 111 p. With num. illus. (RIEAeuropa Book-Series) Softcover Students, lecturers, tutors, professors, young profes- 19,90 € 24,95 € sionals ISBN 978-1-56898-697-5 ISBN 978-3-211-71533-8 Type of publication Professional book

Due April 2007

2007. 94 p. 94 illus. (Basics) Softcover

12,90 € ISBN 978-3-7643-8109-7 24 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

P. Lewis, M. Tsurumaki, D.J. Lewis Y.-T. Liu, NCTU, Taiwan (Ed.) K. Mainzer, Universität Augsburg, Germany

Lewis.Tsurumaki.Lewis Distinguishing Digital Architecture Thinking in Complexity

Opportunistic Architecture 6th Far Eastern International Digital Architectural Design The Computational Dynamics of Matter, Mind, and Mankind Award

What if the constraints and limitations of ar- The theory of nonlinear, complex systems has be- chitecture became the catalyst for design inven- The Far Eastern International Digital Design Award come by now a proven problem-solving approach in tion? The award-winning young architecture firm (The Feidad Award) was conferred for the first time the natural sciences. And it is now also recognized Lewis.Tsurumaki.Lewis calls their answers to this in 2000, its aim being to encourage and honour in- that many if not most of our social, ecological, eco- question 'opportunistic architecture.' It is a design novative design created with the aid of digital me- nomical and political problems are essentially of a philosophy that transforms the typically restrictive dia. In 2006, the jury which comprised Greg Lynn global, complex and nonlinear nature. And it is now conditions of architectural practice—small budgets, (Greg Lynn FORM), Marcos Novak, Jacob van Ri- further accepted than any holistic perspective of the awkward spaces, strict zoning—into generators of js (MVRDV), Birger Sevaldson (Ocean North), and human mind and brain can hardly be achieved by architectural innovation. Lewis.Tsurumaki.Lewis other distinguished architects, awarded the prize any other approach. In this wide-ranging, scholar- presents a diverse selection of built and speculative for the sixth time. This book presents the 52 best ly but very concise treatment, physicist, computer projects ranging from small installations to larger in- projects by architects, students and designers world- scientist and philosopher Klaus Mainzer discusses, stitutional buildings. Built projects are accompanied wide. It explores digital concepts such as computing, in essentially nontechnical language, the common by thought-provoking texts, beautiful drawings and information, electronic media, hyper-, virtual-, and framework behind these ideas and challenges. Em- photographs. An appendix distills their design phi- cyberspace in order to help define and discuss future phasis is given to the evolution of new structures in losophy into five tactics, a readymade code for stu- space and architecture in the digital age. Fully docu- natural and cultural systems and we are lead to see dents and practitioners looking for design ideas for mented in text and colour illustrations, these award- clearly how the new integrative approach can give the real world. Lewis.Tsurumaki.Lewis is an archi- winning projects provide an excellent overview of insights not available from traditional reductionis- tecture partnership established in New York City in the very latest international developments in digi- tic methods. The fifth edition enlarges and revises al- 1997 by Marc Tsurumaki, Paul Lewis, and David J. tal design and an invaluable source-book for all who most all sections and supplements an entirely new Lewis. Paul Lewis is Assistant Professor at [..] make use of new media in their work. As special treat chapter on the complexity of economic [..] "stars” like Tadao Ando, Zaha Hadid, Toyo [..] Features Features • Lewis.Tsurumaki.Lewis is well known and much Features In this broad and unique canvas on complexity and admired among younger architects and architecture 52 award-winning projects from all over the world, complexity science at an advanced but essentially students • Renderings are wonderfully done and will plus special submission from star architects A valu- nontechnical level, renowned scientist and philoso- be much in demand by younger architects • The only able source of inspiration for all working with digi- pher Klaus Mainzer combines skillfully elements monograph on Lewis.Tsurumaki.Lewis’ work tal design tools First time with DVD containing all from the history and philosophy of sciences with high-resolution images of the awarded projects modern problem solving approaches to the ever Fields of interest growing list of systems in the widest sense, where the Architects Fields of interest more traditional reductionist and deterministic ap- Basics of Construction proaches fail Type of publication Professional book Target groups Contents Architects, designers, graphic designers, students Introduction: From Linear to Nonlinear Think- Due September 2007 ing.- Complex Systems and the Evolution of Mat- Type of publication ter.- Complex Systems and the Evolution of Life.- Professional book Complex Systems and the Evolution of Mind-Brain.- 2008. 192 p. 180 illus., 130 in color. Softcover Complex Systems and the Evolution of Artificial Life Due March 2007 29,90 € and Intelligence.- Complex Systems and the Evolu- ISBN 978-1-56898-710-1 tion of Economics.- Complex Systems and the Evo- 2007. 217 p. 400 illus., 320 in color. Softcover lution of Human Culture and Society.- Index.

39,90 € Fields of interest ISBN 978-3-7643-8120-2 Popular Science in Mathematics/Natural Sci- ence/Technology; Nonlinear Dynamics, Complex Systems, Chaos, Neural Networks; Philosophy; Arti- ficial Intelligence (incl. Robotics); Bioinformatics

Target groups Everyone interested in complexity at the scientific and philosophical level

Type of publication Popular science

Due September 2007

2007. XVIII, 482 p. 223 illus. Hardcover

49,95 € ISBN 978-3-540-72227-4 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 25

L. Margolis, Cambridge University Graduate School of Design, G.L. Matloff, New York City College of Technology, Brooklyn, NY, G. Meerwein, B. Rodeck, F.H. Mahnke Cambridge, MA, USA; A. Robinson, Los Angeles, CA, USA USA; L. Johnson, NASA, Huntsville, AL, USA; C. Bangs, Brooklyn, NY, USA Color - Communication in Living Systems Living Off the Land in Space Architectural Space Innovative Materials and Technologies for Landscape Archi- tecture Green Roads to the Cosmos Colors are an element of both the natural and the man-made environments. They convey messages of Living Systems surveys a wide array of innovative Human civilization has evolved to the point at which all kinds and perform a wide variety of functions, in- approaches to material technologies within the field we can consider tapping space resources and ex- forming, organizing, warning. But they also serve an of landscape architecture. The selected projects and panding beyond Earth’s atmosphere. The Introduc- aesthetic purpose, affecting the statement, effect, and materials exhibit a contemporary demand for tech- tion surveys possible motivations for large-scale hu- acceptance of objects and spaces. While people’s re- nological landscapes and the collaboration between man emigration to space. Since our early ancestors actions to color vary widely, in design questions it designers, engineers, scientists and ecologists. The began to move out of Africa, humans have constantly is still possible to establish generally valid color con- book proposes a synthesis between technology and expanded their range. Today, the pattern of human cepts to match the expectations of the various groups theory, focusing on growth, flow, metabolism, settlement extends from pole to pole. Humans regu- of users. This book offers a guide based on a wide climate, and atmospheric phenomena. Projects and larly visit the upper troposphere and ocean floor and range of scientific findings and may be consulted as materials are cross-referenced according to perfor- technology has enabled a few to even reside above an authoritative reference by the architecture student mance criteria, processes, and properties. Each of the the atmosphere in space stations. For the next few and the professional alike. The three editors, Dr. B. 36 international projects and 23 material technolo- millennia at least (barring breakthroughs), the hu- Rodeck, Prof. G. Meerwein, and F. H. Mahnke have gies is presented with drawing details and construc- man frontier will include the solar system and the taught for many years at the Salzburger Seminare für tion photographs. Descriptions of key processes and nearest stars. Will it better to settle the Moon, Mars, Farbe und Umwelt der IACC. adaptive qualities provide an analysis of the various or a nearby asteroid and what environments can we complex systems featured, such as vertical growth expect to find in the vicinity of nearby stars are ques- Features structures, flood prevention, stormwater infiltration tions that need to be answered if mankind is to mi- Guide to user-oriented color concepts Lasting solu- and erosion control. Projects featured include works grate into space. tions by West8, GROSS.MAX, Weiss-Manfredi Architects, Field Operations, Kathryn Gustafson, [..] Features Fields of interest Presents a visionary concept for future development Interior Architecture and Design; Design, general Features of space travel Describes the enabling technology (Design, allgemein) Important innovations in landscape architecture A for future propulsion concepts Demonstrates how source of inspiration for dedicated designers Con- mankind will ‘live off the land in space’ in migration Target groups tains detailed comparative product overviews from Earth Considers the Moon, Mars and asteroids Architecture students and professionals as future colonies and bases Shows how concepts like Fields of interest space clippers, space tethers and Earth defence can Type of publication Landscape Architecture; Basics of Construction; be developed Professional book Building Types and Functions Contents Due June 2007 Target groups Intro: Citizens of the Cosmos.- The Old Frontier.- Landscape architects, landscape designers, architects, The New Frontier.- Limitations of the Rocket.- The 2007. 152 p. 181 illus., 157 in color. Hardcover engineers, designers, specialists for construction ma- First ‘Green’ Space Technologies.- Probes to the terials Planets – a History.- Probes to the Stars – Concept 69,90 € Studies.- Breaking Out into Space.- The NASA Inter- ISBN 978-3-7643-7596-6 Type of publication stellar Initiative and ISP.- Technological Readiness.- Professional book Space Brakes.- The Ion Trail.- The Orbital Steam Locomotive.- Sky Clippers.- Art or Science?- Space Due April 2007 Beanstalks.- Advanced Chemical Rocketry.- ISP and The Space Exploration Initiative.- ISP and Earth- 2007. 191 p. 331 illus., 250 in color. Hardcover Defence.- Space Miners.- Some Exotic Possibilities.- Sights on Centaurus. 69,90 € ISBN 978-3-7643-7700-7 Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Space Exploration and Astronautics; Astronomy

Target groups Popular science readers, space science and science fiction enthusiasts

Type of publication Popular science

Due July 2007

Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK

2007. XIV, 247 p. Hardcover

22,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-36054-6 26 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

A. Meistermann, Technische Universität Berlin, Germany M. Mobberley, Suffolk, UK M. Mobberley, Suffolk, UK

Basics Loadbearing Systems Supernovae Total Solar Eclipses and How to

and How to Observe Them Observe Them

Loadbearing systems are the basis of any structure. In order to provide architecture students with an This book is intended for amateur astronomers who This is the ultimate, easy-to-read guide for "eclipse- easily understandable introduction to the field of are readers of Sky and Telescope magazine or simi- chasers". Eclipse chasers are now numbered in the supporting structures, this volume begins with the lar astronomy periodicals – or are at least at the same tens of thousands. Every total solar eclipse sees fundamentals of loads and forces and then moves on level of knowledge and enthusiasm. Supernovae, the dozens of cruise ships, each with about a thousand to building components and finally to loadbearing subject of this book, represent the most violent stel- people on board, steaming along the track of the systems, together with their characteristic attributes. lar explosions in the universe. It is a unique guide eclipse. Tens of thousands of observers travel to the Subjects: Loads; Forces; Structural building compo- to supernova facts, and it is also an observing/dis- eclipse track on land, to witness these rare astro- nents; Supporting structures and systems; Presizing. covery guide, all in one package. Supernovae are of- nomical events. There are some important eclipses Features ten discovered by amateur astronomers, and Martin coming up in the years ahead: in 2008 August across Has never been explained this clearly and simply The Mobberley describes the best strategies for discover- Siberia, and then through the Gobi Desert. In 2009, bridge between statics and architecture Working cre- ing and observing them. Moreover, Supernovae and there is a 6 minute 38 second eclipse (very long) in atively with loadbearing systems How to Observe Them contains detailed information China, south of Japan, and the Pacific Ocean. There about the probable physics of supernovae, a subject will be two more big ones in the south Pacific in 2010 Contents which even today is imperfectly understood. Here is and 2012, then in 2017 there is a solar eclipse that Forces loads.- Loadbearing structures and statics.- a book that is essential reading for any amateur as- will be visible right across the USA. The technolo- Force.- External forces: Statical system, Effects, De- tronomer who is interested in discovering, observ- gy available to amateur astronomers is improving sign load, Force impact forms, Bearings, Reaction ing, or learning about supernovae. fast. Recent additions are low-cost white-light so- forces.- Internal forces: Normal force, Lateral force, lar binoculars, and the new generation of affordable Bending moment, Connections between internal Features H-Alpha telescopes. These can of course be used to forces, Load cases.- Dimensioning: Strength, Mo- Contains all the currently-known facts on super- view prominences without an eclipse [..] ment of resistance, Moment of inertia, Shear stress.- novae, in a single book Explains in clear, readable Building components.- Cantilever, single-span gird- language what supernovae are, and how we current- Features er, single-span girder with cantilever.- Continu- ly believe the physics of supernovae operate Con- Describes the astronomy, science and physics of to- ous girder.- Cantilever girder.- Underslung girder.- tains detailed galaxy images for readers to begin their tal solar eclipses, and the phenomena that can be ob- Framework.- Slab.- Support.- Cable.- Arch.- Frame.- own search for new supernovae Describes how the served only during a total eclipse Enables members Loadbearing structures.- [..] world’s top supernova hunters conduct their search- of the growing community of "eclipse chasers" to en- es The only book about supernovae – the most vio- sure that they have with them all the right equipment Fields of interest lent stellar [..] to observe or image a total solar eclipse Describes Architectural History and Theory; Basics of Con- what to expect during a total solar eclipse, in differ- struction Contents ent conditions and in different [..] Part 1. Supernovae facts and feats.- Supernova Target groups Physics – what they are.- Supernovae as a measure Contents Students, lecturers, tutors, professors, young profes- of the Universe.- Supernovae in History.- The Top Introduction.- Part 1. Eclipse Mechanisms, Physics, sionals 100 Supernovae.- Supernovae – a threat to life on Statistics and Tracks.- Why do Eclipses Occur?.- Earth?.- Part 2. Observing and Discovering Super- The Solar Atmosphere.- The Shadow of The Moon.- Type of publication novae.- Supernovae as visual variable stars.- Super- The Rugged Lunar Limb.- Shadow Bands and other Professional book nova photometry and light curves.- Amateur super- Phenomena.- Eclipses and Tracks 2008 – 2020 [Ap- nova hunting in the 21st Century.- The 40 Messier prox.].- Part 2 Observing and Traveling to total So- Due April 2007 galaxies – images and locations.- The Caldwell galax- lar Eclipses.- Safety First.- Eclipse Trips – Look Back ies – images and locations- The first 200 Supernovae and Laugh.- Checklists and Travel Plans.- Savor The (thumbnail mosaics). View.- Digital SLR Eclipse Photography.- Image Pro- 2007. 86 p. 92 illus. (Basics) Softcover cessing.- Video that Eclipse.- See an Eclipse Every Fields of interest Day – Sort of….- The H-Alpha Revolution.- Appen- 12,90 € Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy dices. ISBN 978-3-7643-8107-3 Target groups Fields of interest Amateur and practical astronomers Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy

Type of publication Target groups Popular science Amateur and Practical Astronomers

Due April 2007 Type of publication Popular science

2007. XI, 209 p. 167 illus. (Astronomers' Observing Guides) Soft- cover Due September 2007

24,95 € 2007. XIV, 202 p. 115 illus., 38 in color. (Astronomers' Observing ISBN 978-0-387-35257-2 Guides) Softcover

24,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-69827-4 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 27

J. Mullaney, Rehoboth Beach, DE, USA Museum Ritter, Waldenbuch, Deutschland (Ed.) Museum für Gestaltung Zürich, A. Sachs, Museum für Gestaltung Zürich, Switzerland (Eds.) The Herschel Objects and How to TRANS_MISSION Nature Design Observe Them Vadim Kosmatschof – Organic Solar Sculptures From Inspiration to Innovation

Amateur astronomers – particularly deep-sky ob- Der aus Moskau stammende Bildhauer Vadim Kos- servers – are always on the lookout for new observ- matschof lebt und arbeitet seit 1980 in Deutsch- Nature has always been a source of inspiration for ing challenges. The Herschel Objects, and How to land und Österreich. Das Buch präsentiert eine the design of the human environment, but in recent Observe Them offers the exciting opportunity of re- Auswahl aktueller Projekte für den öffentlichen years this relationship has grown even more intense. tracing the steps of the greatest visual observer and Raum in Bildern und Texten. In Fortsetzung der "Nature as model" has influenced the most diverse celestial explorer that ever lived. This is a practical konstruktivistischen Tradition entwickelt Vadim possible concepts and developmental processes and guide to seeing the most impressive of Herschel’s star Kosmatschof unter Einbeziehung neuester Entdeck- is revealed in a large spectrum of forms and func- clusters, nebulae and galaxies. There has never been ungen aus Biologie, Biomimetik und physikalisch- tions. Nature Design brings together projects and – and as of the time of submitting this proposal there er Chemie das Konzept der Biomechanischen Skulp- objects from design, architecture, landscape architec- still isn’t – an observer’s book devoted to the Her- tur. "Trans_Mission" steht dabei sowohl für ture, photography, and art that have been inspired schel objects. The US-based Astronomical League die Vermittlung natürlicher Energieströme, als auch by nature to develop complex and innovative works. has for several years sponsored a "Herschel Club", für die Integration in städtebauliche Kontexte. Kos- The protagonists include Werner Aisslinger, Ronan reflecting the interest amateur astronomers have in matschof zeigt in seinem großmaßstäblichen Projek- and Erwan Bouroullec, Peter Eisenman, Zaha Hadid, this important but less widely known listing. The tzyklus, zu welch innovativen Formen und Typen die Herzog and de Meuron, Ross Lovegrove, Olaf Nico- Herschel Objects, and How to Observe Them cov- Anwendung natürlicher Prozesse und Phänomene lai, Francois Roche, Lars Spuybroek, and Günther ers more than 600 of the brightest of the objects that auch in der Kunst führen kann. Angetrieben von En- Vogt, among others. The book covers the historical Herschel saw, with detailed descriptions and images ergie, die in einem Photosynthese-ähnlichen Prinzip and theoretical fundamentals of the themes sea, to- of 150 to 200 of the very best for viewing with ama- generiert wird, reagieren diese subtilen Konstruktio- pography, plants, human beings, animals, scent, and teur telescopes. nen mit Gestaltveränderung, Bewegung und Lichtef- climate. Nature Design is intended to reveal the di- fekten auf ihre aktuellen Umgebungsbedingungen. versity of possibilities for copying and reinventing Features Fachbeiträge renommierter internationaler [..] nature and to open up new perspectives. Fills a definite need for active observers seeking exciting new celestial targets to explore with their tele- Features Features scopes. Goes far beyond those of the standard (i.e. Ausführliche Dokumentation der aktuellen Extensive collection of historical and contemporary Messier and Caldwell) listings The first book of its Werkphase Vadim Kosmatschofs Zusammenspiel examples from design and architecture inspired by kind devoted entirely to viewing the deep-space dis- von Kunst, Architektur und Technologie Beiträge in- nature, in a suitable book design Experienced au- coveries of Sir William Herschel, the greatest visual ternational renommierter Autoren thors analyze the current trend toward biomorphic observer and amateur/professional astronomer that design ever lived and discoverer of the planet [..] Fields of interest Fine Arts; Landscape Architecture; Urbanism; Envi- Contents Contents ronment, general Foreword, Four Essays, Seven Texts: Topography, Contents.- Acknowledgements.- Preface.- Part 1. Sir Forest, Scent, Climate, Ocean, Anthropomorphic, William and his catalog.- Part 2. Exploring the Her- Target groups Zoomorph, Appendix: Further Readings, Short Bi- schel Showpieces.- Appendices.- Index.- About the Artists, architects, solar engineers, urban planner, ographies of the Authors, Register. Author. museums, curators Fields of interest Fields of interest Type of publication Design, general (Design, allgemein); Architects; Ar- Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy Monograph chitectural History and Theory; Landscape Architec- ture Target groups Due September 2007 Practical and Amateur astronomers Target groups Designers, architects, historians of arts Type of publication 2007. 134 S. Mit zahlr. farb. Abb. Hardcover Popular science Type of publication 23,32 € Professional book ISBN 978-3-211-70972-6 Due September 2007 Due August 2007 2007. XVI, 168 p. 90 illus. (Astronomers' Observing Guides) Soft- cover 2007. 319 p. 318 illus., 282 in colour. Softcover

24,95 € 29,90 € ISBN 978-0-387-68124-5 ISBN 978-3-03778-098-5 28 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

A. Müller-Schöll, University of Art and Design, Halle, Germany P. Norris, LogicaCMG, Leatherhead, UK M. Peston, Romford, UK

Manuscript Spies in the Sky A User's Guide to the Meade LXD55

Essentials for the Everyday Use of Interior Architects and De- Surveillance Satellites in War and Peace and LXD75 Telescopes signers

In Spies in the Sky Patrick Norris responds to the oc- This book provides a comprehensive introductory This book provides essential introductory informa- casion of the 50th Anniversary of the dawn of the guide to "choosing and using" an LXD55 / 75 com- tion for designers and interior designers. From the Space Age – the launch of Sputnik 1 – with a review puter-controlled "Goto" series of telescopes, and realm of interior design, for example, it deals with of the most important historical applications of space is useful for both beginners and more advanced ceilings, floors, doors, windows, stairs, etc. – from science for the benefit of the human race during that practical amateur astronomers. It also provides a that of material science, with carpets, wallpaper, wall half century, focusing particularly on the prevention comprehensive guide to using Autostar(TM), the paint, glass, wood materials, stone, and concrete. It of nuclear war. The author addresses the oft quot- computerized "Goto" handset. There is already also presents architectural drawing: techniques of ed conclusion that the Moon landings and the ‘race a large user-base of these telescopes around the representation, descriptive geometry, technical draw- to the Moon’ between the two superpowers were a world, but there is as yet no single comprehensive ing, standard dimensions, signs and symbols, and side effect of the Cold War, by describing what he guide commercially available for users to fully get to mathematical foundations; attention is also given to believes was the more important event – the use of grips with using the LXD series of telescopes. The the fundamentals of graphic design, preparing doc- satellites by military to prevent the Cold War becom- manufacturer’s manuals are not detailed enough to uments for publication, file formats, and color sys- ing a ‘hot war’. In developing the story the author be of real help to beginners, nor does it provide ad- tems. All of this is generously leavened with practical casts a spotlight on a little-known aspect of the Space vanced technical tips and user information to help examples; original essays by Ruedi Baur, Axel Kufus, Age, namely the military dimension. Today military the experienced astronomer get the best out of these Norbert Rademacher, Martin Kunz, and others; and satellites represent 25 percent of all satellites in orbit, instruments. This guide brings together the informa- thought-provoking quotations. If they want to, read- and they are just as important now in preventing re- tion needed to help owners get the best out of their ers may separate the pages of the Japanese binding gional nuclear war as they were in preventing global LXD telescopes. – this way they get room to add their personal notes Armageddon more than 30 years ago. and comments. Features Features First book to describe the Meade LXD telescope Features Tells the story of the single most important contri- range in detail There is a large user-base of these A practical workbook for students and those just be- bution which satellites have made to humankind in telescope models worldwide Contains instructions ginning their careers Attractive notebook design with the 50 years since the launch of Sputnik 1 Provides for how to use a GOTO telescope for beginners and rubber band closure Japanese binding, with space in- a different approach to the anniversary of the dawn advanced amateurs alike Not solely aimed at just side for reader’s own entries of the Space Age to existing books Focuses on a lit- the owners of the telescope models – opens out to a tle-known aspect of the Space Age, namely the mili- wider audience by comparing models pre-purchase Fields of interest tary dimension Combines history, politics, defence Interior Architecture and Design; Design, general studies, science, technology and human interest in a Contents (Design, allgemein) novel way Introduction.- Astronomy as a Hobby.- Choosing an LXD Telescope.- Setting Up the Telescope.- Po- Target groups Contents lar Alignment and Goto Setup.- First Night's Observ- Interior designers, designers, students in interior de- Sputnik 1: its impact on the Soviets and the West.- ing.- Telescope Operations, Abilities and Observing sign and design, handcrafter, teacher for industrial After 50 years - satellites in our daily life.- Cold War Techniques.- The Universe at a Touch of a Button.- arts nuclear stand-off – mutually assured destruction.- Connecting to a Personal Computer.- Taking Im- Spy satellites – then and now.- Problems of verifying ages.- Keeping Your Telescope in Peak Condition.- Type of publication an arms limitation Treaty.- The first break through Gadgets and Gizmos.- Where Did It All Go Wrong.- Manual - ABM Treaty.- SALT – satellites underpin the agree- Appendices. ment.- Fringe players: UK, France, China.- After Due March 2007 the Cold War – regional tensions.- What the future Fields of interest holds. Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy 2007. 304 p. 199 illus., 73 in color. Hardcover Fields of interest Target groups 29,90 € Popular Science in Astronomy; Extraterrestrial Amateur astronomers ISBN 978-3-7643-7820-2 Physics, Space Sciences; Space Exploration and As- Type of publication tronautics; Physics and Applied Physics in Engineer- Popular science ing

Target groups Due June 2007 Popular science and spaceflight enthusiasts 2007. XIV, 254 p. 119 illus. (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Type of publication Series) Softcover Popular science 26,95 € Due August 2007 ISBN 978-0-387-36489-6

Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK

2007. XVIII, 222 p. 20 illus. (Space Exploration) Softcover

26,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-71672-5 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 29

G. Privett, Herefordshire, UK M. Ratcliffe, Valley Center, KS, USA W. Regal, Vienna, Austria; M. Nanut, Vienna, Austria

Creating and Enhancing Digital State of the Universe 2008 Vienna – A Doctor’s Guide

Astro Images Images, Discoveries and Events 15 walking tours through Vienna’s medical history

The book will, in jargon-free blow-by-blow terms, The aim of the State of the Universe annuals is to "The streets of Vienna are paved with history of describe how to create the best astronomical images provide an annual astronomy review suitable for the medicine," the famous Viennese writer and journal- you can with the digital camera equipment at your popular science level reader to be published every ist Karl Kraus could have said. In fact, an attentive disposal. It will explain the steps we go through to September in a format that will be suitable for, and visitor can’t move through the city without being re- extract results from the raw-and-dirty original im- appeal to, the Christmas market. The book will cov- minded by all the street names, historical buildings, agery, and then transform them into high quality er all major astronomical news on topics beyond the monuments or memorial stones that Vienna has pictures that you could hang on your wall. The ad- Solar System and place them in the context of the been a capital of medicine where students and doc- vent of CCDs, and more recently inexpensive web- longer term goals of astronomers and astrophysicists tors from all over the world came to learn. This city cams, has led to a much greater proportion of ama- around the world. The aim is to capture the excite- guide is meant for all the visitors of this fascinating teur astronomers becoming involved in digital imag- ment and vibrancy of modern astronomical research. city, who are interested in the history of medicine. ing. The low price of the new Meade Deep Sky Im- This section also includes web links for all major 15 walks through the city show the reader the traces ager - $299 (2005) – suggests that within a few years news stories, providing a bridge between the public of the old medical Vienna: the Fools’ Tower, Freud’s a simple digital camera will become a standard acces- news stories and the actual research web sites. The private practice and apartment, the workplaces of sory for any telescope. To summarise; this is a book invited contributions which make up the second half many famous physicians, through the Old General that tells practical astronomers (and that includes of the annual each year will cover a variety of topics Hospital, the old university, or the most important some but not all professionals) what is needed to and are written to appeal to a wide readership. These pathological museums. Many unknown details and get from standing in the dark with a telescope and a are written by leading astronomers or science writ- anecdotes are included as well as a short history of camera, to showing your spouse, local society friends ers. Vienna and some gourmet tips and the famous Vien- or even supervisor the astonishing images that can be nese coffee shops for relaxing. obtained with simple equipment but the right [..] Features The first regular annual to review each year’s major Features Features astronomical discoveries Written at an accessible lev- Many unknown details and anecdotes Richly illus- Written by one of the world’s professional experts in el for both young and older astronomy enthusiasts trated Gourmet tips for the short trip image processing Explanations that clarify the jargon Details discoveries in astronomy, astrophysics and (with box-outs where necessary) Non-mathemati- cosmology from all the world’s leading ground based Fields of interest cal approach Illustrated examples of an image pro- and orbiting observatories Enables the reader to stay Popular Science in Medicine and Health; History of cessing session Illustrated examples (in colour and up to date with the rapid pace and development of Medicine; Pharmacy; ARTS; History; Cities, Coun- monochrome) State-of-the-art techniques with vari- modern astronomical research Will have a strong [..] tries, Regions ous software packages Contents Target groups Contents Authors Preface.- Monthly News.- American As- Doctors from all disciplines Acknowledgements.-The myriad advantages of im- tronomical Society Conference update: Martin Rat- age processing (introduction).- Choosing a camera.- cliffe.- Features.- The state of the universe: James Type of publication Acquiring images (and choosing software).- Display- Kaler.- Topic under review: Carolyn C Petersen.- Handbook ing images.- Image reduction.- Flat fields.- Dark sub- Formation of planetary systems: James Graham traction.- Image transformations.- Image stacking.- and Paul Kalas.- Chandra review: Wallace Tucker.- Due June 2007 Image mosaicing.- Image scaling and histograms.- NRAO story: David Finlay.- Sloan Digital Sky Sur- Background gradients.- Image enhancement.- Im- vey: Timothy Beers.- The state of the Hubble Space 2007. X, 189 p. Num. illus. in color. Softcover age sharpening.- Image unsharp masking.- Image de- Telescope (servicing mission): Chris Blades.- The convolution.- Handling colour images.- Achieving state of funding for science: Phil Plait.- Scale of the 19,95 € colour balance.- CMY or RGB?- Other problems.- Universe: Alex Filippenko.- 400 years of the Tele- ISBN 978-3-211-48949-9 Handling image sequences and webcams.- Image ac- scope: Roger Angel.- Star formation: Lisa Rebull.- [..] quisition.- Image quality techniques.- Automated image [..] Fields of interest Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy, Astro- Fields of interest physics and Cosmology; Astronomy; Extraterrestrial Popular Science in Astronomy; Astronomy Physics, Space Sciences; Relativity and Cosmology; Astrobiology Target groups Amateur, practical astronomers Target groups Amateur astronomers, space enthusiasts; the general Type of publication reader who wants to keep up to date with the latest Popular science discoveries in astronomy in a non-technical, highly readable format Due March 2007 Type of publication Popular science 2007. XI, 142 p. (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series) Soft- cover Due September 2007 32,95 € ISBN 978-1-84628-580-6 Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK

2008. Approx. 190 p. (Popular Astronomy) Softcover

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A. Reichel, P. Ackermann, A. Hentschel, A. Hochberg C. Richarz, C. Schulz, F. Zeitler E. Rifkin, Rifkin and Associates, Baltimore, MD, USA; E. Bouwer, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA Building with Steel Energy-Efficiency Upgrades The Illusion of Certainty Details, Principles, Examples Principles, Details, Examples Health Benefits and Risks

Detail Practice: Building with Steel is a handbook for Now that the Energy Certificate for Buildings has quick, goal-oriented reading and implementation. been introduced throughout the European Union, Case study projects exemplify common norm de- we can expect to see a sharp rise in the number of Features tails using large-scale drawings. The fundamentals of building renovations. This volume is a practical Foreword is written by Dr. Jared Cohon, President planning load-bearing structures provide design and guide with concrete recommendations for realizing of Carnegie Mellon University Of interest to mil- planning help. This is supplemented by explanations energy-related renovation measures – it accompa- lions of people who are concerned with true benefit of common load-bearing structures using examples nies the planner from design to execution. All ener- of screening tests such as mammography, prostate of residential, office, hall and industrial buildings. Is- gy-related issues are treated according to their goals. cancer screening, cholesterol screening and colorec- sues of fire safety and building physics particularly Large-scale detail drawings document constructive tal cancer screening Informs the public on true risks relevant to steel construction are treated alongside solutions for removing structural weaknesses. An and benefits of taking statins, drugs such as Vioxx™, the use of steel as a material for cladding facades. overview of installation engineering measures helps the risks of smoking and the risks of exposure to [..] to evaluate possibilities, costs, and economic viabil- Fields of interest Features ity. The book uses realized projects to demonstrate Popular Science in Medicine and Health; Medicine, Common constructions explained step by step using that sustainable improvements cannot be achieved general; Environmental Management standard details at a scale of 1:10 Selected examples by energy-specific measures alone – it is also impor- of residential, office, and hall architecture show what tant to consider the building as a whole. All of the Type of publication is possible when building with steel Includes system- examples are documented with a state analysis as Monograph atic overview of sectional steel, sheet metal, and ca- well as a depiction and assessment of the measures bles and their properties, finishes, and areas of im- taken. plementation Refurbishment and Extension Due June 2007 Features Fields of interest Shows how residential and office buildings of the 2007. XX, 239 p. Hardcover Basics of Construction 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s can be sensibly renovated Offers fundamental guidelines regarding resource 62,95 € Target groups use, mold formation, thermal bridges, and insulat- ISBN 978-0-387-48570-6 Architects, construction managers, planers, students, ing materials Contains a catalogue of measures for professors selecting the appropriate technique

Type of publication Fields of interest Professional book Basics of Construction

Due September 2007 Target groups Architects, engineers, clients, investors, students

Jointly published with DETAIL Type of publication Professional book 2007. 112 p. 266 illus., 72 in color. (Detail Practice) Softcover Due March 2007 34,90 € ISBN 978-3-7643-8386-2 Jointly published with DETAIL

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E. Rifkin, Rifkin and Associates, Baltimore, MD, USA; E. Bouwer, A. Rocca Z. Ryan, J. Cohen-Litant (Eds.) Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA Natural Architecture Coney Island The Illusion of Certainty The Parachute Pavilion Competition Health Benefits and Risks Never has the relationship between art and nature been more complicated and more fragile, but also richer and more fascinating. The artists and archi- This book peels away the "veneer of certainty" which Fields of interest tects in Natural Architecture have transformed the many of us attach to health risk and benefit infor- Urbanism act of building into an art form capable of spark- mation given to us in our daily lives. It was written ing new relationships with nature, landscape, and and designed primarily to assist the public in com- Type of publication the environment. Natural Architecture presents six- prehending and interpreting the uncertainty asso- Professional book ty-six site-specific installations that use raw materi- ciated with the overwhelming amount of informa- als, manual labor, and natural stimuli to create truly tion on medical and environmental health risks. The Due May 2007 green architecture that is as organic as the materials book uses unique, visual presentations and case stud- with which it is created. Projects by Olafur Eliasson, ies to explain the benefits of medical screening tests Patrick Dougherty, Nils-Udo, Ex. Studio, Edward 2007. 175 p. 146 illus., 132 in color. Softcover (e.g., mammography, prostate and colorectal can- Ng, nArchitects, and many others are shown togeth- cer screening, cholesterol screening) and drugs (e.g., er for the first time. Selected for their commitment to 23,90 € statins, Vioxx) and the risks associated with exposure the use of raw materials, manual labor, and natural ISBN 978-1-56898-623-4 to environmental contaminants (e.g., lead, dioxin, inspiration, these works are vividly displayed in pho- radon). This book will help patients and their fami- tographs, drawings, and models. As organic as the lies get more involved in making medical decisions, materials with which they are built, these creations and citizens face critical questions about the environ- allow the changing landscape to naturally overtake ment. By putting the complexities of risk analysis in each structure until it finally [..] terms the general public can relate to, the authors are empowering people to make well-informed deci- Features sions. • Environmental sustainability important issue in architecture • A selection of beautiful and unusual Features works in nature, never before shown together as a Foreword is written by Dr. Jared Cohon, President collection • Many important artists included, such as of Carnegie Mellon University Of interest to mil- Olafur Eliasson, Patrick Dougherty, and Nils-Udo lions of people who are concerned with true benefit of screening tests such as mammography, prostate Fields of interest cancer screening, cholesterol screening and colorec- Landscape Architecture tal cancer screening Informs the public on true risks and benefits of taking statins, drugs such as Vioxx™, Type of publication the risks of smoking and the risks of exposure to [..] Professional book Fields of interest Popular Science in Medicine and Health; Medicine, Due September 2007 general; Environmental Management Copublished with 22 Publishing, Milan, Italy Target groups Patients and threir families 2008. 215 p. 250 illus., 170 in color. Softcover Type of publication 26,00 € Monograph ISBN 978-1-56898-721-7

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2007. XX, 244 p. Softcover

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Z. Ryan, Van Alen Institute, New York, USA C. Schittich, Dresden Technical University, Germany; G. Staib, C. Schittich, Dresden Technical University, Germany; G. Staib, Dresden Technical University, Germany; D. Balkow, Zurich, Dresden Technical University, Germany; D. Balkow, Zurich, Switzerland; M. Schuler, Stuttgart, Germany; W. Sobek, Stuttgart Switzerland; M. Schuler, Stuttgart, Germany; W. Sobek, Stuttgart The Good Life University, Germany University, Germany

New Public Spaces for Recreation Glass Construction Manual Glass Construction Manual

A ball and a wall used to be all you needed for hours of entertainment. But these days, when good design Glass offers a wide variety of possible applications Glass offers a wide variety of possible applications is an expected component of almost every experi- for the realization of even the most ambitious de- for the realization of even the most ambitious ence, much more is necessary if public urban spaces signs in architecture, and in the past two decades it designs in architecture, and in the past two decades are to meet the requirements of 21st centu- has experienced an unparalleled burst of innovation. it has experienced an unparalleled burst of innova- ry recreation and leisure. Sustainability over time For planners, this means working constantly with tion. For planners, this means working constantly and flexibility to accommodate multiple activities, this high-performance material. In compact and ap- with this high-performance material. In compact and for example, are key requirements. Fortunately, ar- pealing form, the completely revised Glass Construc- appealing form, the completely revised Glass Con- chitects and landscape designers have answered the tion Manual presents the current state of the art on struction Manual presents the current state of the art call and produced an amazing array of public spaces planning and building with glass, from the history on planning and building with glass, from the histo- for recreation. The Good Life showcases the through the technical foundations all the way to the ry through the technical foundations all the way to best and most imaginative new designs from around most innovative applications. Astonishing perspec- the most innovative applications. Astonishing per- the globe. Stripped from the structural con- tives on thermal insulation and solar protection and spectives on thermal insulation and solar protection straints and serious programs of so many building the addition of thoughtfully selected new practical and the addition of thoughtfully selected new practi- types, the projects here are designed for fun. But examples round off this comprehensive reference cal examples round off this comprehensive reference they also demonstrate the role of public spaces in work. work. enhancing daily life, fostering social and cultural identity, and contributing to urban Features Features regeneration. Zoe Ryan, Senior Cura- Constructions in detail – all mounting methods are Constructions in detail – all mounting methods are tor at Van Alen Institute and organizer of the 2006 systematically depicted with detail drawings Con- systematically depicted with detail drawings Con- Good [..] tains laws and guidelines, with the new EU norms tains laws and guidelines, with the new EU norms

Features Fields of interest Fields of interest Reinventing public spaces for 21st century recreation Basics of Construction; Architecture, general Basics of Construction and leisure Exciting international projects by leading practitioners such as Martha Schwartz, Ken Smith Target groups Target groups and West 8 Demonstrates the importance of recre- Architects, Engineers, Students Architects, engineers, students ation space in urban regeneration Type of publication Type of publication Fields of interest Professional book Professional book Architecture, general Due June 2007 Due June 2007 Type of publication Professional book Jointly published with Edition DETAIL, Munich 2007. 352 p. 1340 illus., 238 in color. (Construction Manuals (englisch)) Hardcover Due May 2007 2007. 352 p. 1340 illus., 238 in color. (Construction Manuals (en- 110,00 € glisch)) Softcover ISBN 978-3-7643-8122-6 2007. 111 p. 189 illus. Softcover 69,90 € 11,90 € ISBN 978-3-7643-8290-2 ISBN 978-1-56898-628-9 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 33

C. Schittich, Munich, Germany (Ed.) P. Schmidt, A. Tietenberg, R. Wollheim (Eds.) D. Schrunk, B. Sharpe, B.L. Cooper, M. Thangavelu

In Detail: Housing for People of All Patterns in Design, Art and The Moon

Ages Architecture Resources, Future Development and Settlement flexible, unrestricted, senior-friendly

Is less really more? In reaction to The Moon: Resources, Future Development and Set- the reign of Minimalism, designers, artists, tlement describes feasible human settlement of the Communal living, intergenerational living, living and architects are rediscovering the Moon in the coming century. Small scale, tele-oper- for families, handicap-accessible living, living and power of patterns and embracing décors ated and autonomous robotic in-situ resource uti- working, living and leisure time – the wide variety once rejected as superfluous, by covering lamps, lization (ISRU) projects are first, followed by electric of current demands is shaping future concepts in chairs, rooms or entire façades with power, communication, and transportation networks housing, which will have to do justice to the needs of stripes, polka dots and ornamental designs. manufactured from lunar resources. These infras- our increasingly multilayered society. The examples This definitive overview is the book that tructure networks are field tested an commissioned in this new volume in the In Detail series are corre- launched the new trend in publications in the polar regions of the Moon, and permanent spondingly diverse. From the demand for stroller- about patterns. Using examples of contem- human settlements are then established. Through and wheelchairaccessible housing through facilities porary work by internationally renowned several phases of development, the utility networks that accommodate the needs of senior citizens all the designers such as Fabio Novembre, grow, and the number of permanently inhabited way to the modernization of existing buildings, the Claesson Koivisto Rune and Karim bases increases to inculde all areas of interest on the selection of projects offers a panoramic overview. Rashid, by architects such as Herzog & de Moon. The book stresses that the envisioned "Planet Organized thematically, In Detail: Integrated Hous- Meuron, Steven Holl and Sauerbruch Moon Project" will link the technological and cultur- ing highlights a variety of well-defined topics, such Hutton, and artists such as Bridget Riley and al expertise of humanity to the virtually limitless re- as handicap-accessibility and flexibility of use, and Gerhard Richter, it lays out a kaleidoscope of sources of space. From that beginning, the people of presents them together with explanatory technical colours and forms before the the Earth reap substatntial benefits from space, and articles and examples of realized projects. In closing, reader. Multidisciplinary approaches and ap- the human species will evolve into a spacefaring civi- it provides addresses of information centers and as- plications, and new interpretations of traditional lization. sociations as well as sources of additional informa- motifs are illustrated, as well as the impact and influ- tion. ence of technical innovations such as laser engraving Features Details how the Moon could be used as a spring- Features and digital [..] board for Solar System exploration Presents a re- Documents the latest concepts in housing design for Features alistic plan for placing and servicing telescopes on increasingly varied needs Contains a wealth of ideas New softcover edition of the Birkhäuser the Moon Highlights the use of the Moon as a base and suggestions for planners and building sponsors bestseller Opulent, dazzling - a lavishly for an early warning system from which to combat An optimized series concept blends basic informa- illustrated overview composed by experts In- threats of near-Earth objects Presents a realistic vi- tion with realized solutions dispensable for anyone interested in contemporary sion of human development and settlement of the Fields of interest trends in design, art and architecture Introductory Moon over the next one hundred years Explains how Basics of Construction essays place the patterns revival in a global living [..] cultural and historical context Target groups Contents Architects, Clients, Investors, Students Contents Introduction.- Lunar Origins and Physical Features.- The Pattern Which Connects.- On the Construction Science Opportunities.- Lunar Resources.- The first Type of publication of Surface - Patterns in Architecture.- A-Z.- Brief Lunar Base.- Return of the Humans.- The Planet Professional book Description of the Projects and Biographies.- Ac- Moon.- The Spacefaring Age Commences.- Appen- knowledgements/Photo Credits/Imprint. dices.- Lunar Physical Data.- Oxygen extraction techniques.- Human Factors. Due June 2007 Fields of interest Graphic Design (Grafikdesign); Interior Architecture Fields of interest Jointly published with DETAIL and Design Popular Science in Astronomy; Space Exploration and Astronautics; Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Sci- Target groups 2007. 176 p. 427 illus., 179 in color. (In Detail (englisch)) Dust- ences; Astronomy; Planetology Designers, architects, interior designers, all in- jacket terested in design reads Target groups 65,00 € Space Science and Exploration enthusiasts and stu- ISBN 978-3-7643-8119-6 Type of publication dents and engineers Professional book Type of publication Due May 2007 Popular science

2007. 332 p. 315 illus. in color. Softcover Due August 2007

29,90 € Originally published by John Wiley and Sons. Jointly published ISBN 978-3-7643-7750-2 with Praxis Publishing, UK

2007. XLVI, 578 p. (Space Exploration) Softcover

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K. Spechtenhauser, ETH Zürich, Switzerland; A. Rüegg, ETH L. Steiger, Technische Universität Munich, Germany Stichting Lijn in Landschap (Ed.) Zürich, Switzerland (Eds.) Basics Timber Construction 'scape Maison Blanche - Charles-Edouard The International Magazine of Landscape Architecture and Jeanneret, Le Corbusier Urbanism History and Restoration of the Villa Jeanneret-Perret Together with masonry construction, timber con- 1912-2005 struction is usually one of the first building exercises encountered by the student in his or her train- Making a well drawn design is not enough. Design- ing. This volume begins by presenting the builders have to work with coalitions and alianties, time ing material timber in all of its facets and explain- and process, ecology and economy. They have to The villa known as Maison Blanche is one of Le ing the fundamental principles of timber construc- be clever, with a broad vision. This new approach Corbusier’s early masterworks. He created this tion. It then goes on to describe the most important doesn’t need to be boring. It can make fun. And be complete work of architecture, landscape architec- building components and their constructive possi- sexy. Green metropolises: developing older cities ture, and interior design art for his parents. At first bilities, specifically as they pertain to building with and rural non-places into tasty green housing land- glance it may seem to stand in the classicist tradi- timber. Subjects: Timber as building material, Tim- scapes. Examples in Germany, Belgium and Algeria. tion, but its details already divulge the beginnings of ber preservation, Systems for building with timber, The tradition of IBA, Olympic Games and World Le Corbusier’s personal architectural language. Af- Building components from foundation to roof. ter standing empty for years, the building was pur- expo’s: how exhibitions contribute to sustainable chased by a specially formed association, which es- Features spatial quality. Acupuncture in London: a catalogue tablished an interdisciplinary commission to over- Understanding wood in all its facets Developing con- of ideas to renew old districts. The concept of Hol- see its restoration by the architect Pierre Minder. structions Instils an understanding of fundamental lands Green Heart: how to revitalise an old planning As the house was freed from later changes and addi- principles as well as connections concept. American artists vs Dutch engineers. Water tions and the garden returned to its original condi- as the engine of change. Essay: survey before plan, tion, the young Le Corbusier’s intellectual workshop Contents design as an exploration. The changing position of gradually came into view. The practicability of these Introduction.- Building material.- Timber.- Growth.- the architect. Portrait: Kees Christiaanse: urban de- measures was carefully determined with a feasibility Timber moisture.- Qualities.- Ways of cutting.- signer in Holland and China. Christiaanse seems to study conducted on the basis of reports and archival Loadbearing properties.- Timber construction prod- play with urbanism, using informal rules as a design studies. Together with the discoveries made during ucts.- Solid timber.- Timber materials.- Construc- instrument. construction, new color photographs, and the precise tion panels.- Timber protection.- Timber selection.- Features reconstruction plans, this material [..] Structural timber protection.- Chemical timber protection.- Construction.- Stability.- Loadbearing sys- Unusual combination of landscape architecture and Features tem.- Wall reinforcement.- Timber construction sys- urban planning Copious background material, expla- The complete building history from conception to tems.- Log construction.- Timber-frame construc- nations, and information In cooperation with inter- restoration With numerous contemporary and his- tion.- Frame construction.- Skeleton construction.- nationally active specialized journalists, landscape torical photographs and plans With essays by such Panel construction.- Building components.- Founda- architects, and urban planners prominent experts as Arthur Rüegg and a detailed tions and base.- Slab foundation.- Strip [..] Fields of interest chronology Fields of interest Landscape Architecture Fields of interest Architectural History and Theory; Basics of Con- Target groups Architects; Architectural History and Theory struction Landscape architects, urban planners, architects, stu- Target groups Target groups dents, universities Architects, interior designers, landscape architects, Students, lecturers, tutors, professors, young profes- Type of publication students, art historians, Le Corbusier Fans, restorers sionals Professional book Type of publication Type of publication Monograph Professional book Due May 2007

Due June 2007 Due April 2007 2007. 80 p. 100 illus. (Scape, Vol. 1/07) Softcover

15,00 € Jointly published with Association Maison Blanche 2007. 96 p. 62 illus. (Basics) Softcover ISBN 978-3-7643-8093-9 12,90 € 2007. 184 p. 252 illus., 92 in color. Hardcover ISBN 978-3-7643-8102-8 39,90 € ISBN 978-3-7643-7836-3 springer.com/booksellers Popular Science 35

R.G. Strom, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, USA S. Tennent (Ed.) C. Tschumi, ETH Zürich, Switzerland

Hot House Augmented Landscapes Mirei Shigemori - Rebel in the

Global Climate Change and the Human Condition Smout Allen Garden Modern Japanese Landscape Architecture

Global warming is extremely complex because it deals with so many different characteristics of the Fields of interest Mirei Shigemori decisively shaped the development Earth and their complex interactions. It is addressed Landscape Architecture of Japanese landscape architecture in the twentieth by almost all sciences including many aspects of geo- century. He founded the Kyoto Garden Society in sciences, atmospheric, the biological sciences, and Type of publication 1932 and published the 26-volume Illustrated Book even astronomy. It has recently become the con- Professional book on the History of the Japanese Garden in 1938. One cern of other diverse disciplines such as economics, year later he designed his own first masterwork, the agriculture, demographics and population statis- Due May 2007 garden of the main hall of Tôfuku-ji Temple. Be- tics, medicine, engineering, and political science. tween then and his death in 1975, he went on to de- This book attempts to address these complex inter- 2007. 80 p. 100 illus. (Pamphlet Architecture, Vol. 28) Softcover sign 240 gardens throughout Japan. Among the most actions, integrate them, and derive meaningful con- famous are the Tenrai-an tea garden (1969) and the clusions and possible solutions. Robert Strom pro- 13,50 € Matsuo Taisha garden (1975). All of his gardens are vides a complete, easy-to-read explanation of past ISBN 978-1-56898-625-8 distinguished by the fact that they honor tradition and present global climate change, causes and possi- while at the same time – through their openness to ble solutions to the problem, including the politics Western modernity – they free themselves from its and reasons why this is such a politically charged is- weight and develop a language of their own. The first sue. part of the book will deal with Shigemori’s life and Features influences, including his interest in ikebana and tea A complete, easy-to-read explanation and history of ceremonies. The second part will offer detailed pre- global climate change Details the politics and solu- sentations of some seventeen different gardens. tions to the problem of global warming Presents the Features latest research results from a variety of disciplines High-quality images and illustrations by Chris- Explains the difference between weather change and tian Lichtenberg With essays by Christophe Girot, climate change Points to the accountability of the Kendall Brown, and Günter Nitschke human race in global warming Fields of interest Contents Landscape Architecture Foreword (by David Suzuki).- Chapter 1: We've Got a Problem.- Chapter 2: A Planetary Perspective.- Target groups Chapter 3: How do we Know and Why?- Chapter Landscape architects, persons interested in Japan, 4: A Hot and Cold Past.- Chapter 5: The Heat is architects interested in landscape architecture, li- On.- Chapter 6: Shame on Us.- Chapter 7: The Root braries, students Cause.- Chapter 8: The Melting Earth.- Chapter 9: Water World.- Chapter 10: The Biological Finger- Type of publication print.- Chapter 11: Hold on to your Hat.- Chapter Professional book 12: How will we Survive?- Chapter 13: The Escape Hatch.- Chapter 14: The Psychology, Politics and Due April 2007 Economics of Global Warming.- Epilogue.

Fields of interest 2007. 204 p. 350 illus., 223 in color. Dustjacket Popular Science in Nature and Environment; Cli- mate Change; Planetology 59,90 € ISBN 978-3-7643-7748-9 Target groups Popular Science enthusiasts and environmentalists

Type of publication Popular science

Due August 2007

2007. XXII, 306 p. Hardcover

24,95 € ISBN 978-0-387-34179-8 36 Popular Science springer.com/booksellers

P. Ulivi, D.M. Harland M.B. Vickery A. Watts, Bath University, UK (Ed.)

Robotic Exploration of the Solar Smith College Scratching the Surface

System New London Facades by London Architects Part I: The Golden Age 1957-1982 Fields of interest Architecture, general New architecture in London presents a richly facetted range of contemporary urban designs. Social Paolo Ulivi and David Harland provide in Robot- and political forces require more than just cosmetic ic Exploration of the Solar System a detailed histo- Type of publication packaging for new buildings. The façade as a public ry of unmanned missions of exploration of our So- Professional book face plays a complex role here. While facades used lar System. As in their previous book Lunar Explo- to perform a static, representative guide, the require- ration, the subject will be treated wherever possible Due May 2007 ments today focus on communication and interactiv- from an engineering and scientific standpoint. Tech- ity. “Scratching the Surface” surveys the current state nical descriptions of the spacecraft, of their mission 2007. 162 p. 120 illus., 100 in color. (The Campus Guide) Softcov- of affairs and documents today’s technical possibili- designs and of instrumentations will be provided. er ties. The book – which can be used as a guide due to Scientific results will be discussed in considerable its handy format – shows state-of-the-art façade con- depth, together with details of mission management. 19,90 € struction. Its detailed technical renderings are meant The book will be comprehensive, covering missions ISBN 978-1-56898-591-6 to appeal to architects, planners and architecture stu- and results from the 1950s until the present day, and dents as well as civil engineers interested in architec- some of the latest missions and their results will ap- ture. pear in a popular science book for the first time. The authors will also cover many unflown missions, pro- Features viding an indication of the ideas that proved to be Structural solutions, materials, animated facades, unfulfilled at the time but which may still be proven intelligent and responsive facades Guide to new and useful in the future. The project will de- London architecture Exhibition July / August 2007, liver three volumes totaling over 1000 pages, provid- NLA-New London Architecture at the Building ing comprehensive coverage of the topic. Block Centre in London

Features Contents The 3-volume series will provide comprehensive introduction.- essays.- interviews.- projects coverage with thousands of references to the professional literature that should make it the 'first port Fields of interest of call' for people seeking information on the topic Cities, Countries, Regions; Architects; Building Emphasises the technology of space probes Compre- Types and Functions hensive coverage ranges from the earliest planetary probes to the most recent planetary flights and mis- Target groups sions Provides multilingual references (including [..] Architects, students, engineers

Contents Type of publication Introduction.- The beginning.- Of landers and or- Collected works biters.- The grandest tour.- Acronyms.- Glossary.- Appendices.- Chapter references.- Further reading.- Due July 2007 Index.

Fields of interest 2007. 303 p. numerous illus. in color Softcover Popular Science in Astronomy; Space Exploration and Astronautics; Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Sci- 24,95 € ences; Astronomy ISBN 978-3-211-71538-3

Target groups Space science and exploration enthusiasts, space historians, students and engineers

Type of publication Popular science

Due September 2007

Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK

2007. LX, 536 p. (Space Exploration) Softcover

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C. Werthmann J. Wurm, Ove Arup & Partners, London, UK J. Zobelein

Green Roof - A Case Study Glass Structures Forest of Pipes

Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates' Design for the Head- Design and Construction of Self-supporting Skins The Walt Disney Concert Hall Organ quarters of the American Society of Landscape Architects

Flat glass opens up more possibilities for the plan- Green roofs are the great green hope of many en- ner than virtually any other material. Because of the Fields of interest vironmentalists, politicians, and architects inter- technological complexity of using it, however, no Architecture, general ested in more efficient and environmentally aware specific structural forms have been developed for buildings. From a design standpoint, howev- glass supporting frameworks as they have been for Type of publication er, there is less consensus. While some see the roof wood, concrete, and steel. This book is thus the first Professional book garden as a visual statement using plants, geomet- to present a coherent guide to the planning and de- ric lines, and sculptural elements, others believe con- sign of glass supporting frameworks. The focus is on Due September 2007 cerns for sustainability should outweigh visual ap- the pressure-resistant, flat supporting element as a peal. A green roof that combines aesthetics and me- basic building block for broad supporting structures. 2007. 80 p. Softcover chanics has become the goal of many a landscape The spatial and constructive forms of multifunction- architect. In Green Roof Gardens, author Christian al, self-supporting glass envelopes are vividly illus- 19,90 € Werthmann explains the history, methodology, and trated and systematically explained. The construc- ISBN 978-1-890449-43-8 design process of green roof garden construction, tions presented exhibit new aesthetic qualities, based providing a rich source of inspiration and technical not on the dictum of "dematerialization” but on the knowledge in the process for anybody interested in poetry of gleaming and transparent planes. They ring this simple solution to many of the environmental in a new chapter in the history of glass architecture. challenges we face today. Features Fields of interest First comprehensive and systematic publication on Building Types and Functions; Architecture, general glass as primary supporting framework The latest developments in building material, joining technolo- Type of publication gy, and construction Completely illustrated in color, Professional book with numerous color diagrams and drawings made specially for this book Due September 2007 Fields of interest Basics of Construction 2007. 159 p. 130 illus. Dustjacket Target groups 35,00 € Architects, engineers, structural engineers, building ISBN 978-1-56898-685-2 physicist, students

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