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''Canadian Contemporary'' is a compilation title offering comprehensive insight into Canada's residential architecture realm as it currently stands. Photographs and detailed plans highlight an array of designs from some of the country's most talented contemporary architects. Each project is a unique example of the different ways each firm/architect interprets and caters(...)
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''Canadian Contemporary'' is a compilation title offering comprehensive insight into Canada's residential architecture realm as it currently stands. Photographs and detailed plans highlight an array of designs from some of the country's most talented contemporary architects. Each project is a unique example of the different ways each firm/architect interprets and caters(...)
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Canadian contemporary: the northern home
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''Canadian Contemporary'' is a compilation title offering comprehensive insight into Canada's residential architecture realm as it currently stands. Photographs and detailed plans highlight an array of designs from some of the country's most talented contemporary architects. Each project is a unique example of the different ways each firm/architect interprets and caters to the types of lifestyles that inhabit their work. Adaptable spaces and savvy design solutions reflect a strong focus of the integration of modern day life into Canadian homes. With an introduction by acclaimed Professor or Architecture, Avi Friedman, this book presents the latest trends in Canadian living and residential home design.
Canadian contemporary: the northern home
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''Canadian Contemporary'' is a compilation title offering comprehensive insight into Canada's residential architecture realm as it currently stands. Photographs and detailed plans highlight an array of designs from some of the country's most talented contemporary architects. Each project is a unique example of the different ways each firm/architect interprets and caters to the types of lifestyles that inhabit their work. Adaptable spaces and savvy design solutions reflect a strong focus of the integration of modern day life into Canadian homes. With an introduction by acclaimed Professor or Architecture, Avi Friedman, this book presents the latest trends in Canadian living and residential home design.
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October 2018
October 2018
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Architecture in Canada
Architecture in Canada
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A View from the Porch is an illuminating collection of 22 essays about the points where design touches life and the big and small things that make us appreciate, or become disconnected from, our homes and neighbourhoods. Architect, planner, and educator, Avi Friedman delves into issues such as the North American obsession with monster homes, the impact of scale on the(...)
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A View from the Porch is an illuminating collection of 22 essays about the points where design touches life and the big and small things that make us appreciate, or become disconnected from, our homes and neighbourhoods. Architect, planner, and educator, Avi Friedman delves into issues such as the North American obsession with monster homes, the impact of scale on the(...)
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A view from the porch: rethinking home and community design
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A View from the Porch is an illuminating collection of 22 essays about the points where design touches life and the big and small things that make us appreciate, or become disconnected from, our homes and neighbourhoods. Architect, planner, and educator, Avi Friedman delves into issues such as the North American obsession with monster homes, the impact of scale on the feeling of comfort in our communities, environmental concerns such as deforestation, innovative recycling methods in building materials, the booming do-it-yourself industry, the decline of craftsmanship, and the role of good design in bringing families together.
A view from the porch: rethinking home and community design
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A View from the Porch is an illuminating collection of 22 essays about the points where design touches life and the big and small things that make us appreciate, or become disconnected from, our homes and neighbourhoods. Architect, planner, and educator, Avi Friedman delves into issues such as the North American obsession with monster homes, the impact of scale on the feeling of comfort in our communities, environmental concerns such as deforestation, innovative recycling methods in building materials, the booming do-it-yourself industry, the decline of craftsmanship, and the role of good design in bringing families together.
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October 2015
October 2015
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Architectural Theory
Architectural Theory
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The grow home
The grow home
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In this illustrated guide, Avi Friedman describes the conception and construction of the "grow home". Two-storeys high, 14 feet wide by 36 feet long, and 1 000 squares feet in area, Friedman's "Grow home" gives people what they need at an affordable price - a quality product that allows both the perimeter and interior of a house to be expanded and changed to fit the(...)
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In this illustrated guide, Avi Friedman describes the conception and construction of the "grow home". Two-storeys high, 14 feet wide by 36 feet long, and 1 000 squares feet in area, Friedman's "Grow home" gives people what they need at an affordable price - a quality product that allows both the perimeter and interior of a house to be expanded and changed to fit the(...)
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The grow home
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In this illustrated guide, Avi Friedman describes the conception and construction of the "grow home". Two-storeys high, 14 feet wide by 36 feet long, and 1 000 squares feet in area, Friedman's "Grow home" gives people what they need at an affordable price - a quality product that allows both the perimeter and interior of a house to be expanded and changed to fit the requirements and budget of its owner.
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In this illustrated guide, Avi Friedman describes the conception and construction of the "grow home". Two-storeys high, 14 feet wide by 36 feet long, and 1 000 squares feet in area, Friedman's "Grow home" gives people what they need at an affordable price - a quality product that allows both the perimeter and interior of a house to be expanded and changed to fit the requirements and budget of its owner.
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March 2001, Montreal / Kingston
March 2001, Montreal / Kingston
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Miniature Architecture
Miniature Architecture
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New challenges on a global scale have forced a rethinking about the way homes and communities are designed. This book provides an engaging and in-depth analysis of possible solutions, providing hope for the future. Broadly speaking these challenges came in three ways: environmental, social, and economic. The challenges posed by climate change demand urgent consideration(...)
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New challenges on a global scale have forced a rethinking about the way homes and communities are designed. This book provides an engaging and in-depth analysis of possible solutions, providing hope for the future. Broadly speaking these challenges came in three ways: environmental, social, and economic. The challenges posed by climate change demand urgent consideration(...)
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Future homes: Sustainable innovative designs
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New challenges on a global scale have forced a rethinking about the way homes and communities are designed. This book provides an engaging and in-depth analysis of possible solutions, providing hope for the future. Broadly speaking these challenges came in three ways: environmental, social, and economic. The challenges posed by climate change demand urgent consideration and response. But a change in methodology and the ingenious employment of technological advances offers solutions to these challenges. It provides important examples of ways to meet the global challenges by using innovative concepts and practices, leading to a transformation of how residences will appear in the years to come.
Future homes: Sustainable innovative designs
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New challenges on a global scale have forced a rethinking about the way homes and communities are designed. This book provides an engaging and in-depth analysis of possible solutions, providing hope for the future. Broadly speaking these challenges came in three ways: environmental, social, and economic. The challenges posed by climate change demand urgent consideration and response. But a change in methodology and the ingenious employment of technological advances offers solutions to these challenges. It provides important examples of ways to meet the global challenges by using innovative concepts and practices, leading to a transformation of how residences will appear in the years to come.
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June 2022
June 2022
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Residential Architecture
Residential Architecture
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This book showcases a wide selection of experimental designs, taking architectural ingenuity to the next level. Illustrated with full-colour images of the architecture, with insight from the architect detailing their inspiration and the challenges encountered through the designing and building processes. Noted scholar and academic Professor Avi Friedman provides(...)
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This book showcases a wide selection of experimental designs, taking architectural ingenuity to the next level. Illustrated with full-colour images of the architecture, with insight from the architect detailing their inspiration and the challenges encountered through the designing and building processes. Noted scholar and academic Professor Avi Friedman provides(...)
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Radical living: Homes at the edge of architecture
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This book showcases a wide selection of experimental designs, taking architectural ingenuity to the next level. Illustrated with full-colour images of the architecture, with insight from the architect detailing their inspiration and the challenges encountered through the designing and building processes. Noted scholar and academic Professor Avi Friedman provides incisive context for the residential and environmental design principles employed by the architects, providing an important reference for aspiring architecture and design students.
Radical living: Homes at the edge of architecture
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This book showcases a wide selection of experimental designs, taking architectural ingenuity to the next level. Illustrated with full-colour images of the architecture, with insight from the architect detailing their inspiration and the challenges encountered through the designing and building processes. Noted scholar and academic Professor Avi Friedman provides incisive context for the residential and environmental design principles employed by the architects, providing an important reference for aspiring architecture and design students.
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May 2023
May 2023
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Experimentale architecture
Experimentale architecture
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Despite a prolonged slump in the housing market, the demand for residential green building remains strong. More than ever, professionals need reliable information about how to construct or retrofit livable, sustainable, and economical homes. With Fundamentals of Sustainable Dwellings , Avi Friedman provides that resource, delivering an illustrated, accessible guide for(...)
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Despite a prolonged slump in the housing market, the demand for residential green building remains strong. More than ever, professionals need reliable information about how to construct or retrofit livable, sustainable, and economical homes. With Fundamentals of Sustainable Dwellings , Avi Friedman provides that resource, delivering an illustrated, accessible guide for(...)
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Fundamentals of sustainable dwellings
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Despite a prolonged slump in the housing market, the demand for residential green building remains strong. More than ever, professionals need reliable information about how to construct or retrofit livable, sustainable, and economical homes. With Fundamentals of Sustainable Dwellings , Avi Friedman provides that resource, delivering an illustrated, accessible guide for architects, developers, home builders, codes officials, and students of architecture and green design.
Fundamentals of sustainable dwellings
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Despite a prolonged slump in the housing market, the demand for residential green building remains strong. More than ever, professionals need reliable information about how to construct or retrofit livable, sustainable, and economical homes. With Fundamentals of Sustainable Dwellings , Avi Friedman provides that resource, delivering an illustrated, accessible guide for architects, developers, home builders, codes officials, and students of architecture and green design.
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May 2012
May 2012
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Green Architecture
Green Architecture
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voir A Place in Mind, Véhicule press, 9781550652826 pour l'édition canadien
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voir A Place in Mind, Véhicule press, 9781550652826 pour l'édition canadien
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The nature of place: a search for authenticity
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voir A Place in Mind, Véhicule press, 9781550652826 pour l'édition canadien
The nature of place: a search for authenticity
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voir A Place in Mind, Véhicule press, 9781550652826 pour l'édition canadien
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November 2011
November 2011
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Architectural Theory
Architectural Theory
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Narrow Houses presents a thorough overview of the practical considerations of designing a narrow-front home, including siting, floor arrangements, footprint, and interior and exterior finishing. The book documents twenty-eight innovative examples of narrow houses from around the world designed by today's foremost architects. Project data including floor plans and(...)
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Narrow Houses presents a thorough overview of the practical considerations of designing a narrow-front home, including siting, floor arrangements, footprint, and interior and exterior finishing. The book documents twenty-eight innovative examples of narrow houses from around the world designed by today's foremost architects. Project data including floor plans and(...)
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Narrow houses: New directions in efficient design
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Narrow Houses presents a thorough overview of the practical considerations of designing a narrow-front home, including siting, floor arrangements, footprint, and interior and exterior finishing. The book documents twenty-eight innovative examples of narrow houses from around the world designed by today's foremost architects. Project data including floor plans and extensive interior and exterior photography demonstrate the inherent flexibility of this housing model and the many possibilities for adapting these homes to the constraints of site, climate, budget, family size, and other needs.
Narrow houses: New directions in efficient design
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Narrow Houses presents a thorough overview of the practical considerations of designing a narrow-front home, including siting, floor arrangements, footprint, and interior and exterior finishing. The book documents twenty-eight innovative examples of narrow houses from around the world designed by today's foremost architects. Project data including floor plans and extensive interior and exterior photography demonstrate the inherent flexibility of this housing model and the many possibilities for adapting these homes to the constraints of site, climate, budget, family size, and other needs.
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October 2010
October 2010
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Residential Architecture
Residential Architecture
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Current modes of residential design are facing challenges of both philosophy and form. Approaches that have prevailed in past decades no longer sustain new demands and require innovative rethinking. The need for a new outlook is propelled by fundamental changes to the environment, economy and society. Design for passive solar gain, solar-powered homes, minimising a(...)
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Current modes of residential design are facing challenges of both philosophy and form. Approaches that have prevailed in past decades no longer sustain new demands and require innovative rethinking. The need for a new outlook is propelled by fundamental changes to the environment, economy and society. Design for passive solar gain, solar-powered homes, minimising a(...)
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Inspired homes: architecture for changing times
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Current modes of residential design are facing challenges of both philosophy and form. Approaches that have prevailed in past decades no longer sustain new demands and require innovative rethinking. The need for a new outlook is propelled by fundamental changes to the environment, economy and society. Design for passive solar gain, solar-powered homes, minimising a dwellings physical footprint, Net-Zero residences and preserving a sites natural assets are some of the strategies that the architects and builders featured in this book are integrating into their thought processes and design practices. Written by a world expert in the field,Inspired Homesoffers information on contemporary sustainable design concepts and illustrates them with examples of truly outstanding design.
Inspired homes: architecture for changing times
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Current modes of residential design are facing challenges of both philosophy and form. Approaches that have prevailed in past decades no longer sustain new demands and require innovative rethinking. The need for a new outlook is propelled by fundamental changes to the environment, economy and society. Design for passive solar gain, solar-powered homes, minimising a dwellings physical footprint, Net-Zero residences and preserving a sites natural assets are some of the strategies that the architects and builders featured in this book are integrating into their thought processes and design practices. Written by a world expert in the field,Inspired Homesoffers information on contemporary sustainable design concepts and illustrates them with examples of truly outstanding design.
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May 2014
May 2014
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Residential Architecture
Residential Architecture
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Small and mid-sized suburban towns house two-thirds of the world’s population and current modes of planning for these municipalities are facing challenges of both philosophy and form. Common approaches that have prevailed in past decades no longer sustain new demands and require innovative thinking. Rather than dismissing small and mid-sized towns as unattractive suburban(...)
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Small and mid-sized suburban towns house two-thirds of the world’s population and current modes of planning for these municipalities are facing challenges of both philosophy and form. Common approaches that have prevailed in past decades no longer sustain new demands and require innovative thinking. Rather than dismissing small and mid-sized towns as unattractive suburban(...)
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Planning Small and mid-sized towns: designing and retrofitting for sustainability
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Small and mid-sized suburban towns house two-thirds of the world’s population and current modes of planning for these municipalities are facing challenges of both philosophy and form. Common approaches that have prevailed in past decades no longer sustain new demands and require innovative thinking. Rather than dismissing small and mid-sized towns as unattractive suburban sprawl, Planning Small and Mid-Sized Towns offers ideas and methods on how small isolated and edge towns can be designed and retooled into sustainable, affordable and adaptable communities.
Planning Small and mid-sized towns: designing and retrofitting for sustainability
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Small and mid-sized suburban towns house two-thirds of the world’s population and current modes of planning for these municipalities are facing challenges of both philosophy and form. Common approaches that have prevailed in past decades no longer sustain new demands and require innovative thinking. Rather than dismissing small and mid-sized towns as unattractive suburban sprawl, Planning Small and Mid-Sized Towns offers ideas and methods on how small isolated and edge towns can be designed and retooled into sustainable, affordable and adaptable communities.
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September 2014
September 2014
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Urban Theory
Urban Theory
