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Four Monographs

Four Monographs

Of the numerous books publishers send me for review ? be they requested by me, pitched by them, or arriving at my doorstep unsolicited ? the highest percentage of them are monographs. This fact goes against the occasional sirens over the irrelevance...
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Hill Towns of Mzab Valley in Algerian Sahara

Hill Towns of Mzab Valley in Algerian Sahara

Here are the five ksours (fortified hill towns) dating from the 11th century in Mzab Valley, Algeria. Ghardaïa Founded in 1048, Ghardaïa is the chief town in the Mzab Valley. It comprises white, pink, and red clay houses built around a... -
Villa Cetinale: Pope Residence Turned Wedding Venue

Villa Cetinale: Pope Residence Turned Wedding Venu...

Once the home of a former Pope in the 17th century, now a wedding venue, Villa Cetinale is a historical villa in Tuscany, Italy. While the villa is famous for its former owner and as a wedding hall nowadays, it dates back to much earlier... -
Trapezium House: An Angular Home That Blends Modern With Brazilian Charm

Trapezium House: An Angular Home That Blends Moder...

Designed by Studio KUNZ, the Trapezium House is nestled in the small town of David Canabarro, Rio Grande do Sul in southern Brazil. The home seamlessly blends modern design with the charm of the Brazilian countryside across 1,830 square feet on one... -
The Magic Three Home Library Design Ideas

The Magic Three Home Library Design Ideas

Books are our way to travel through time, space, and different worlds. Avid bookworms well know how important it is to have your very own home library that holds all of your most precious books. Organizing books quickly becomes something of a... -
Tallest Monuments to Authors

Tallest Monuments to Authors

The two tallest monuments to authors are the Jose Marti monument in Havana, Cuba, and the Scott Monument in Edinburgh, Scotland. These monuments honor authors who form a crucial part of their national identities socially and culturally. Jose... -
Yazd House: Where Tradition Meets Modern Minimalism

Yazd House: Where Tradition Meets Modern Minimalis...

In Yazd, Iran, Piro Architecture‘s 2023 Yazd House masterfully blends ancient architectural wisdom with modern minimalist design. This unique residence, situated in an arid climate, offers a harmonious interplay of solid structure and inviting... -
Window Blinds Types – Explore Different Modern Options

Window Blinds Types – Explore Different Mode...

Windows are an important architectural feature of any home or office. They allow natural light to enter the space, provide ventilation, and offer an opportunity to enjoy the outdoor view. However, it is also important to consider the privacy and... -
Otro Oaxaca Hotel: Where Design and Culture Intersect

Otro Oaxaca Hotel: Where Design and Culture Inters...

Experience the ultimate blend of traditional and contemporary design at OTRO Oaxaca, a hotel that redefines the accommodation experience in the heart of Oaxaca City, Mexico. Designed by RootStudio, this innovative project pays tribute to regional... -
The Past and Future of Architecture Books

The Past and Future of Architecture Books

The recent receipt of two review books got me thinking about the past and the future of architecture books. The first one is This is Architecture: Writing on Buildings, a collection of excerpted texts about buildings, spanning from the mid-1800s to... -
Floor to Ceiling Windows That Will Expand Your Space

Floor to Ceiling Windows That Will Expand Your Spa...

Floor-to-ceiling windows are always breathtaking. Homes with these impressive windows have the unique ability to transform a small space and create the illusion of a larger home. There isn’t just one type of floor-to-ceiling window, though.... -
Begich Towers: City Under One Roof

Begich Towers: City Under One Roof

Whittier is a city in Alaska and the most interesting part about Whittier is this building called the Begich Towers. This is because the city has a population of 272 and nearly all of Whittier’s population lives inside this one giant building.... -
McDermott’s: Abandoned Castle In the Middle of a Lake

McDermott’s: Abandoned Castle In the Middle ...

Located in the middle of the Lough Key Lake, McDermott’s Castle is one of the oldest national monuments of Ireland. The castle’s history goes so far back that it even gave the island its name which is Castle... -
Why is the Humidity High in My House" (Explanations & Solutions)

Why is the Humidity High in My House" (Explan...

Have you ever wondered why the humidity levels in your house seem to be consistently high" Dealing with high humidity indoors can make you uncomfortable and lead to potential issues such as mold growth and condensation on windows or toilet... -
Izmailovo Kremlin: The Lesser-known Kremlin

Izmailovo Kremlin: The Lesser-known Kremlin

Izmailovo Kremlin is a Russian wooden cultural center and marketplace founded for the revival of traditional Russian culture. The complex was modeled after 17th and 18th-century Russian architecture and fairytale depictions of Old Russia. In... -
79&Park By BIG In Stockholm, Sweden

79&Park By BIG In Stockholm, Sweden

Architecture studio Sweden that looks like a verdant wooden hillside. The residential complex has been developed as a ?pixelated? structure, whose unevenly extruded units house 168 apartments with different layouts. Text description provided by the... -
Ceramic Forms Surrounding The Windows Of This New Building Give It A Unique Character

Ceramic Forms Surrounding The Windows Of This New ...

De Zwarte Hond and Loer Architecten have shared photos of a building they recently completed in Groningen, Netherlands, that combines modern design with ceramic elements. -
How to Reupholster a Chair: Your Comprehensive Guide

How to Reupholster a Chair: Your Comprehensive Gui...

Upholstery plays a crucial role in interior design, breathing life into your furniture and contributing to the overall ambiance of a room. If you’ve got an old, tired-looking chair that needs a facelift, learning how to reupholster it can be a... -
Busto Arsizio Monumental Cemetery In Italy

Busto Arsizio Monumental Cemetery In Italy

Busto Arsizio is an Italian city and comune in the region of Lombardy, in Northern -
An 1800s Victorian Gets a New Addition With a Tiara-Like Facade

An 1800s Victorian Gets a New Addition With a Tiar...

In the heart of Melbourne’s inner north, an 1800s Victorian house has undergone a transformation by FMD Architects. The architects, who took inspiration from the historic Edinburgh Gardens the home overlooks, embraced sentimentality and... -
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