Our world has always been built on bricks. A material used by societies as ancient as the Roman empire or Mesopotamia, brick is simple yet versatile, humble yet resilient, recognisable yet local. Its sustainable nature and connection to vernacular architectures have placed brick as one of the most exciting options for building, with architects from all over the world pushing the boundaries of its applications in forward-looking projects. With a focus on residential and interior architecture, this book is a curated assortment of the best in class. Interweaving inspirational projects across the globe with in-depth features and practical knowledge, Brick by Brick is the definitive title to understand how this ancient material can build our way into the future.
| ISBN: | 9783967040012 |
| Publication date: | 13th April 2022 |
| Author: | Robert Klanten, Andrea Servert |
| Publisher: | Gestalten |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 284 pages |
| Genres: |
Individual architects and architectural firms Environmentally-friendly (‘green’) architecture and design Architecture: residential and domestic buildings Building skills and trades Home renovation and extension |