Towards Zero-Energy Architecture: New Solar Design, by Mary Guzowski, explores the theories, practices and principles of new approaches to solar architecture that foster both design excellence and low-energy use. Published by Laurence King.

This book focuses on the exciting possibilities for representing the built environment with all the techniques – both traditional and digital – that are now available. It motivates students to draw using a range of media and helps them to further develop their skills. Published by Laurence King.

Across all cultures, contemporary religious buildings are among the most stimulating and experimental in architecture. This publication is a unique collection of international examples of sacred spaces af all denominations that were built in the last few years. Published by Gestalten.

The International Highrise Award is bestowed every two years on an outstanding building from a number of worldwide nominations. In this Jovis publication, 27 current highrise projects - finalists and nominated projects - demonstrate important trends and innovative concepts.

Compiled by architects for architects, this is an indispensable resource for professionals seeking to understand how colourful buildings can animate their environs and engage their users. Published by Thames & Hudson.

Brasilia and Chandigarh were built within a Western planning euphoria that displayed utopian traits. Since then, foreign architecture and the indigenous culture have formed new identities. Iwan Baan has taken photos of everyday life in both cities. Published by Lars Müller.

This Birkhauser publication focuses on designing and building in underserved communities around the globe. The work of the architects shown expresses the belief in the social responsibility of architecture. Published in conjunction with the eponymous exhibition at the MoMA, New York.

This Laurence King publication is a comprehensive look at the emerging trend of architecture that favours substance over style, combining functional design and sustainable processes. It features around 50 residential case studies from around the world.

This comprehensive sourcebook by Virginia McLeod contains newly commissioned scale drawings of every type of architectural detail taken from 100 of the best contemporary houses from around the world. Published by Laurence King.

Theaters, concert halls and opera houses are among the most fascinating architectural tasks of today. Masterpieces: Performance Architecture + Design presents 69 contemporary international projects by famous architects and up-and-coming young designers. Published by Braun.