Paul Goldberger Livres

Focusing on the last decade of Philip Johnson's career, this monograph showcases his innovative collaborations with Alan Ritchie. It features a diverse range of projects from the 1990s, highlighting the duo's exploration of sculptural forms and their integration with classical architecture. Notable works include the visitor's pavilion at Johnson's Glass House and a striking folly of chain-link pyramids. Additionally, larger projects like a Manhattan apartment tower and the Cathedral of Hope reveal their adept blending of modernist and classical elements, emphasizing creativity and originality in design.

Young design partners Peter Stamberg and Paul Aferiat combine modernist architecture with vibrant primary hues, sensuous materials, sculptural walls, and classic modern furniture. The firm's first monograph presents 20 buildings and projects as well as commentary. The book's innovative graphics and stunning photography reflect Stamberg Aferiat's urbane, cutting-edge approach to design. 160 illus. 100 in color.

"An exhilarating, splendidly illustrated, entirely new look at the history of baseball: told through the stories of the vibrant and ever-changing ballparks where the game was and is staged, by the Pulitzer Prize-winning architectural critic. From the earliest corrals of the mid-1800s (Union Grounds in Brooklyn was a 'saloon in the open air'), to the much mourned parks of the early 1900s (Detroit's Tiger Stadium, Cincinnati's Palace of the Fans), to the stadiums we fill today, Paul Goldberger makes clear the inextricable bond between the American city and America's favorite pastime. In the changing locations and architecture of our ballparks, Goldberger reveals the manifestations of a changing society: the earliest ballparks evoked the Victorian age in their accommodations--bleachers for the riffraff, grandstands for the middle-class; the 'concrete donuts' of the 1950s and 60s made plain television's grip on the public's attention; and more recent ballparks, like Baltimore's Camden Yards, signal a new way forward for stadium design and for baseball's role in urban development. Throughout, Goldberger shows us the way in which baseball's history is concurrent with our cultural history: the rise of urban parks and public transportation; the development of new building materials and engineering and design skills. And how the site details and the requirements of the game--the diamond, the outfields, the walls, the grandstands--shaped our most beloved ballparks. A fascinating, exuberant ode to the Edens at the heart of our cities--where dreams are as limitless as the outfields"-- Provided by publisher

Spectacular views of New York from high above it all. A collection of aerial photographs from then and now.

Focusing on the lesser-known aspects of European culture, the book showcases the vernacular architecture of farmers and fishermen across Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Greece. Jeffrey Becom's journey reveals vibrant colors in the intimate details of these regions, accompanied by his insightful narrative that enriches the visual experience. The blend of stunning imagery and thoughtful commentary invites readers to appreciate the beauty found off the beaten path.

Rising dramatically above other skyscrapers at the tip of Manhattan, the World Trade Center symbolized New York. From any direction the Towers were lodestars, Manhattan's local mountains. This book presents seventy-two images of the World Trade Center that portray the site from different directions.

A guide to the styles or an architectural dictionary, though it contains elements of all three. It helps to 'come to grips with how things feel to us when we stand before them, with how architecture affects us emotionally as well as intellectually' - with its impact on our lives.

Architect Daniel Libeskind is renowned for his dynamic, fractured compositions and for introducing a new critical discourse to architecture. His work spans a vast array of projects globally, including cultural institutions, convention centers, universities, hotels, commercial centers, and residential designs, showcasing his commitment to expanding architectural and urban horizons. This comprehensive portrait of Studio Daniel Libeskind, founded in Berlin in 1989 and relocated to New York in 2003 after winning the World Trade Center design competition, is informed by interviews with architecture critic Paul Goldberger. The publication highlights Libeskind's multidisciplinary approach, reflecting his deep interest in philosophy, art, music, literature, theater, and film. Featured projects include the Jewish Museum Berlin, the Felix-Nussbaum-Haus in Osnabrück, the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, the extension to the Denver Art Museum, the MGM Mirage CityCenter in Las Vegas, a multi-building complex in Busan, South Korea, and the Danish Jewish Museum in Copenhagen. Libeskind’s work enriches contemporary architectural discourse and offers new expressive possibilities for architecture and urban planning.

Featuring stunning, custom-designed homes by an acclaimed architecture firm, this book showcases environmentally conscious and modern designs that emphasize beauty and soul. As the first publication dedicated to the firm's projects, it highlights their innovative approach to architecture and commitment to sustainability.

Set in a captivating future, this work presents a visionary perspective shaped by Ma Yansong, a prominent figure in contemporary architecture. It explores innovative designs and concepts that reflect a blend of sensuality and seduction, showcasing the potential of a new architectural era in China. The narrative highlights the creativity and ambition of a leading firm, emphasizing the transformative power of architecture in shaping urban environments.