Mecánica aplicada al diseño de los elementos de máquinas

El territorio, el hábitat y la vivienda se entienden como manifestaciones espaciales, en escalas diferenciadas, de valores culturales que implican concepciones y prácticas específicas en un contexto sociocultural y económico determinado. Conformado por tres partes que abordan la vivienda autóctona, la vivienda tradicional y la construcción cultural de la ciudad actual en Colombia, este libro reúne una serie de textos que recogen resultados de investigaciones sobre la vivienda urbana y rural, los cuales trascienden la descripción de los aspectos morfológicos, estéticos, simbólicos o ...

Now also available in Romanic language editions: In Detail: Solar Architecture, presenting advanced new technologies and sophisticated planning systems for architecture which looks beyond fossil fuels to the future.

Monographic edition dedicated to one of the most noted disciples of José Villagrán García and Ignacio Díaz Morales. Architec Nafarrate's works are characteristic for the use of natural illumination and ventilation and the strong importance he gives to the environment. Some of his most recognized works include: Residential complex "Los Parques", Hotel "Las Hadas", and the "Twin Dolphin" in Baja California.

This series was the winner of the American Institute of Architects' prestigious "Award for Excellence in International Book Publishing". Each volume in this series is introduced with an essay on the architect, and a chronological or stylistic presentation of their most outstanding buildings and projects. No other series provides such a complete and concise summary of the world's leading architects' works. The volumes are fully illustrated in black-and-white with photos and project renderings.