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Architecture Against the Post-Political: Essays in Reclaiming the Critical Project
0₹4,475.33Reclaim the critical project in architecture. This essential collection challenges the prevailing de-politicization in architectural discourse, exploring the vital links between politics, aesthetics, and urban strategies. Through insightful essays and diverse global case studies, delve into contemporary urbanism and the crucial dialogue between design and society. It’s a must-read for architecture students, professionals, theorists, and anyone passionate about the critical role of built environments. Elevate your understanding of architectural theory and practice in today’s world.
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ARCHITECTURE AND ART OF SOUTHERN INDIA: VIJAYANAGARA AND THE SUCCESSOR STATES 1350-1750 (THE NEW CAMBRIDGE HISTORY OF INDIA)
0Original price was: ₹1,980.00.₹1,980.00Current price is: ₹1,980.00.Explore the magnificent artistic heritage of Southern India with this essential volume on Vijayanagara and its successor states (1350-1750). Delve into the intricate architecture, vibrant sculpture, and captivating painting of a pivotal era. Discover the historical ideologies embodied in the region’s abundant religious and royal monuments. This book offers a crucial reassessment of Indian art history, enhanced by striking, often unpublished photographs. It’s a must-read for students, art historians, and anyone fascinated by the depth of India’s historical monuments and cultural legacy.
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Architecture and Climate: An Environmental History of British Architecture 1600–2000
0₹15,238.40Explore the profound impact of climate on centuries of British architectural evolution. This definitive environmental history traces the intricate relationship between Britain’s climate and building design from 1600 to 2000. Through in-depth studies of landmark structures and extensive research, discover how climate shaped architectural styles, interiors, and urban landscapes. Essential for Indian architecture students and professionals, this book offers invaluable insights into historical climate-responsive design principles and architectural heritage. Gain a deeper appreciation for the environment’s role in creating enduring architecture.
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Architecture and Design Versus Consumerism: How Design Activism Confronts Growth
0₹14,286.00Confront the paradox of growth: Discover how architecture and design activism offer powerful solutions to consumerism. This essential book explores how designers are actively challenging economic growth’s impact on sustainability and wellbeing. Uncover strategies for transitioning to a ‘steady state’ economy, mapping new metrics for progress beyond GDP. Learn how design activism drives social change, offering practical methods for architects and urban planners. Essential reading for professionals and students in India and globally who are shaping a future focused on real wellbeing, not just growth.
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ARCHITECTURE AND EMBODIMENT: THE IMPLICATIONS OF THE NEW SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES FOR DESIGN (PB 2013)
0₹4,094.37Redefine spatial design by understanding the profound connection between architecture and human embodiment. This influential text explores critical implications from new sciences and humanities, offering a unique framework for contemporary practice. Delve into theories of embodiment, phenomenology, and cognitive science, and discover how they shape our experience of the built environment. Essential for architects, designers, urban planners, and students seeking to create more impactful and responsive spaces. Elevate your architectural theory knowledge and transform your approach to spatial design with this insightful volume.
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Architecture and Nationalism in Sri Lanka: The Trouser Under the Cloth
0Original price was: ₹15,128.00.₹15,128.00Current price is: ₹15,128.00.Uncover the deep connection between Sri Lanka’s architecture and nationalism in this seminal work. Anoma Pieris expertly dissects how the intimate domestic sphere cultivates national belonging and homeland ideals, analysing colonial self-fashioning and post-colonial identity construction. Examine the power of built form in expressing indigenous accommodation and resistance, as the nation grows from private spaces and rural geographies. A must-read for scholars of South Asian architecture, cultural identity, and post-colonial studies, this book offers invaluable insights into Sri Lanka’s architectural history from the mid-19th century onwards.
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Architecture and Ritual
0Original price was: ₹1,399.00.₹1,329.05Current price is: ₹1,329.05.Discover how buildings shape our everyday lives with “Architecture and Ritual.” This insightful book from The Bookish Owl delves beyond mere style and utility to reveal the implicit ways our spaces influence and reflect our unconscious experiences. Author Peter Blundell Jones explores the profound connection between social relations and spatial design, demonstrating how architecture consolidates our interactions, from grand ceremonies to daily meals. Through diverse case studies spanning architectural history and global cultures, including the Nuremberg Rally and Dogon dwellings, this book offers critical insights into how buildings structure human ritual. It’s an essential read for understanding architectural history, theory, and the crucial role of framing social space for contemporary architects.
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Architecture and Space Re-imagined: Learning from the Differnce, Multiplicity, and Otherness of Development Practice
0₹13,809.80Explore alternative development practices and reimagine architecture and space with this critical study. Richard Bower delves into the Global South’s grassroots and participatory models, offering a potent counterpoint to Western commodified development. Discover how learning from difference, multiplicity, and otherness can redefine socio-political space and architectural engagement. This essential read for architects, urban planners, and students of spatial theory and post-colonial studies provides a fresh perspective on building inclusive and responsive environments. Gain insights into hybridity and subalternity for innovative spatial solutions.
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Architecture and the Housing Question (Routledge Research in Architecture)
0Original price was: ₹14,152.00.₹14,152.00Current price is: ₹14,152.00.Unravel the complex relationship between Architecture and the Housing Question. Delve into how historical debates and political forces have shaped social housing and urban development. This book offers vital perspectives for understanding contemporary housing challenges, especially relevant to India’s dynamic urban environments. Discover key theories and critical analyses essential for architects, urban planners, students, and policymakers grappling with affordable housing solutions and equitable city futures. Gain profound insights into the enduring dialogue between built environments and societal needs.
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ARCHITECTURE ANNUAL 2006, VOL 1
0Original price was: ₹5,316.00.₹4,252.80Current price is: ₹4,252.80.Explore groundbreaking designs with ARCHITECTURE ANNUAL 2006, VOL 1 from Archiworld. This essential volume showcases the most innovative architectural projects and trends of 2006. Published by CBS Publishers & Distributors Pvt. Ltd, this English-language book is a must-have for architects, designers, students, and enthusiasts seeking inspiration and insight into contemporary architectural excellence. Discover visionary concepts, stunning photography, and detailed analyses that define the landscape of modern architecture. Add this definitive annual to your collection at The Bookish Owl for a deep dive into the year’s most significant architectural achievements.
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ARCHITECTURE ANNUAL 2006, VOL 2
0Original price was: ₹5,316.00.₹4,252.80Current price is: ₹4,252.80.Discover the groundbreaking architectural achievements of 2006 in ‘ARCHITECTURE ANNUAL 2006, VOL 2’. This essential volume showcases innovative designs and projects from around the globe, curated by Archi and published by CBS Publishers & Distributors. Perfect for architects, designers, students, and enthusiasts, this book offers a comprehensive look at the year’s most significant structures and concepts. Explore stunning photography and insightful commentary that captures the essence of contemporary architectural trends. Add this definitive collection to your library and stay inspired by the forefront of architectural excellence. Available now at The Bookish Owl for your reading pleasure.
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ARCHITECTURE ANNUAL IV 2007
0Original price was: ₹5,581.80.₹4,465.44Current price is: ₹4,465.44.Discover the cutting edge of architectural innovation with ARCHITECTURE ANNUAL IV 2007. Published by ARCHI and distributed by CBS Publishers & Distributors, this essential volume showcases diverse projects and forward-thinking designs from 2007. Explore compelling case studies, insightful analyses, and stunning visual documentation that capture the spirit of contemporary architecture. Whether you’re an architect, student, or enthusiast, this book offers valuable perspectives and inspiration. Find this must-have addition to your architectural library at The Bookish Owl. Order your copy of ARCHITECTURE ANNUAL IV 2007 today and stay ahead in the world of design and construction.
