Casas internacional 183: Extremadura

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

This monumental work is a detailed catalogue of the public architecture competitions in Argentina between 1825 and 2006. It is organized chronologically, and each entry includes information on the competition itself (location, dates, sponsors, juries, etc.) and the construction, as well as a brief history and bibliography. The entire book is rich in images, including photographs, maps, and architectural plans.

Comienza esta obra con una ajustada síntesis de la historia gallega a partir de la romanización. La investigación formal, de conjunto, viene valorada por una cuidadosa planimetría y un pormenorizado examen de los elementos arquitectónicos de los conjuntos románicos existentes en la Provincia de Pontevedra. Esta obra proporciona datos ciertos y ordenados para posteriores estudios de síntesis sobre el románico en Galicia y aún de toda España. El libro contiene numerosa documentación gráfica: abundantes planos axiométricos en los monumentos principales, esquemas y expresivas...

Barcelona is a city renowned for its daring design sense where all kinds of commercial spaces have been remodelled or newly created by adventurous architects and interior designers. This book focuses on a wide range of shops distinguished not only for their original architecture and innovative design but also for the uniqueness of the products they sell and for the manner in which they are displayed. ? This indispensable guide to the finest retail spaces in Barcelona is conveniently formatted to fit into any handbag, backpack, or briefcase and includes a site map for ease of use. ? Lavishly...