The inside story on 6,000 years of personal and public space, from cave dwellings to the sleek interiors of modern skyscrapers, with 180 new images.

An expanded edition of this comprehensive and highly acclaimed reference work, bringing the story of western architecture up to date.

Combining a survey of Western architecture, including Pre-Columbian America, with an introduction to architecture from the Middle East, India, Russia, China and Japan.

Aimed at architectural students, providing an accessible introduction to all aspects of architectural technology, with photographs, historical examples and an exploration of current computer techniques.

Through its detailed descriptions of glass, concrete, wood, metals and plastics - covering their unique properties, histories and various forms - this book lays the educational foundation for any aspiring architect

Addressing the renewed interest in the material aspects of architecture, covering the history, theory and future of materials in their cultural and technical contexts.

Featuring more than 100 of the most significant and influential buildings of the 20th century, with texts explaining architectural features and influences.

Featuring 95 of the most significant buildings of the 21st century, each with an introduction linking them to iconic examples from the 20th century.

Featuring more than 100 of the most significant houses of the 20th century, with scale plans, elevations, sections and site plans specially redrawn for this book.

An invaluable resource for architects and students, featuring 87 of the most influential modern housing designs of the past 100 years.

An introduction to developments in 17th century art and architecture, featuring the significant painters, sculptors and architects, including successful women painters.

A comprehensive treatment of the history of the modern house since the Arts and Crafts period of the late 19th century, with many key examples.