This publication is a plea for the unity of theory and practice in architecture. It provides theoretical concepts, examines the current situation and proposes alternative strategies and models of thought and action within the creative process. Published by Junius.

This book presents 100 selected buildings beginning in the ancient world right up to the present day. Special is the arrangement of the buildings on a spatial analysis pointing at new and exciting correlations. Published by Anton Pustet Verlag.

As the European Union sets its priorities for the coming five years, the Architects’ Council of Europe (ACE) has launched its Declaration and Policy on Architecture and Sustainability. Read more on the details of the Declaration...

Pavlos Lefas' Dwelling and Architecture: From Heidegger to Koolhaas explores the influence of Martin Heidegger's concept of dwelling in disputing major imperatives of modern architecture. This Jovis publication is a book on both the history of architecture and the history of ideas.

The planning and design of photovoltaics is increasingly shifting to the forefront and is thus becoming a new challenge for architecture. Claudia Lüling presents in this Jovis publication a huge variety of design of photovoltaic modules, showing realized buildings as examples.

The visions of town planners communicate the universal pursuit of happiness. Taking twelve European examples this book published by JOVIS sheds some light on the different viewpoint of planners and users of urban planning projects.

This book describes the fundamentally changes in the job description of the architects in the 20th century. Short and accessible essays on the most important architectural movements clarify the relationship between the subjects discussed and canonical architectural research. Published by Birkhäuser.

This book presents in short articles the current construction sites of tunnelling in Austria and abroad, their special features and the chosen solutions. It's rounded off by a clearly arranged overview of relevant technical and scientific organisations. Published by Verlag Ernst & Sohn.

Where is the place of architecture? Closer to the arts or to the sciences? The term "precision" serves as a starting point for observing the influence of scientific methods on architecture and art. 272 pages with practical examples and numerous images. Published by Jovis.

This book describes the basic principles of tunnel engineering, including drilling, tunnelling, removal and disposal of excavated material and protection measures. Numerous examples illustrate the state of the art, applications and potential problems. Published by Ernst & Sohn.