Rayuela arquitectónica

Features a selection examining houses that have broken away from the past and that define today's innovation and tomorrow's classicism. The book does not aim to convert these houses into prototypes to follow; they are included because they reflect the peculiarities of their era, sites and owners.

A new generation of Dutch architecture is represented by the innovative works profiled here. This report on the work of Amsterdam-based partners Felix Claus and Kees Kaan focuses on their numerous projects designed for public and private clients between 1988 and 1996. Firmly rooted in the Dutch tradition, yet highly tuned to new cultural currents, their contribution to design in Holland, both as architects and teachers, is significant.

Can it get much better than relaxing in a comfortable, modern hotel after a long day on the ski slopes? Whether you're a beginner learning on the bunny slope, an ex-Olympian reliving his glory days, or a non-skier who enjoys sipping rum toddies in the lodge, you'll find the perfect place for a winter get-away in this comprehensive, beautifully illustrated book. Designed to suit every taste, "Ski Hotels serves as an illustrated guide to the best resorts in Europe, North and South America, Australia, and Japan, Includes an introduction and informative captions.

La figura del jefe de obra resulta imprescindible en la construccion actual. Es un vertice en el que confluyen los intereses, muchas veces cruzados, de los distintos agentes del proceso edificatorio definidos en la LOE. Ejercer tan delicada funcion no requiere sin embargo, una titulacion academica especifica. El proposito de este libro es proporcionar conocimientos y fomentar la reflexion a aquellos que desean adentrarse en el complejo mundo de la direccion ejecutiva de las obras. Asimismo, pone en evidencia las carencias que padecen estos profesionales para formarse de forma reglada, de lo...