Product Description

"This monograph provides an idealist's take on cleaning up the clutter of urban space."—Inside Out

One of the most exciting and accomplished young architects to emerge on the international scene in many years, David Adjaye concentrates in his work on materials and issues of place and identity. A combination of sheer inventiveness, creative clients, and modest budgets has produced a refined and comprehensive body of design unusual in such a young practitioner.

Four essential components make up this, Adjaye's first monograph: an introduction by Stuart Hall; a documentation of thirteen of Adjaye's most important projects, over half of which are published here in full for the first time, presented through descriptions, detailed plans, and photographs; a series of visual essays that highlight the tactile, luminous, and luxurious nature of Adjaye's work; and essays from cultural critics who have been inspired by his buildings. 430 illustrations, 162 in color.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #152955 in Books
• Published on: 2006-09-25
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780500286319
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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About the Author
David Adjaye, educated in Africa and in London, is principal of Adjaye/Associates. Peter Allison has curated exhibitions on contem- porary Austrian architecture and new architecture from London. He contributes to a number of international publications and teaches in London.

Customer Reviews

Superb first monograph
The book is chock full of excellent photos, plans, sections, diagrams, sketches and thoughtful text. This is a top notch architecture book which is a perfect snap shot to David Adjaye's residential work and happily enough, millwork and furnishings also by the architect. With Adjaye's work primarily in/around London, a good portion of it is not totally ground up but intelligent re-workings and engagement with existing structures. I'm looking forward to the inevitable "Houses Vol.2".

Add it to your Library.
Its amazing how a bad publisher and/or author can ruin the work of a brilliant firm. Luckily, T&H is a good publisher, right up there with Phaidon, and Peter Allison did a great job. This book gives you everything you want - stunning photos, line drawings, the architect's sketches, etc. David Adjaye is an amazing architect and this one does his work justice.