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An Architectural Guidebook to Portland by Bart King Publisher Comments Portland strikes a unique balance between the rich architectural traditions of the past and the cutting-edge creative developments of modern architecture. Within a small downtown area can be found 19th-century cast-iron-front buildings, skyscrapers, old... (read more) Your price: $22.95 New - Trade Paper 
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Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture by Phaidon (edt) Synopsis Phaidon's atlas is a comprehensive portrayal of the finest built architecture from around the world completed since the year 2000. In addition, each of the six world regions is introduced by an in-depth look at its unique urban and architectural issues.... (read more) Your price: $195.00 New - Hardcover
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The Atlas of American Architecture: 2000 Years of Architecture, City Planning, Landscape Architecture and Civil Engineering by Tom Martinson Synopsis This comparative history of American architecture, social spaces, and engineered environments--organized by style, and then by chronology--is for the general reader. Within its heavily illustrated pages, Tom Martinson traces two millennia of the built... (read more) Your price: $85.00 New - Hardcover
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Beauty of the City: A. E. Doyle, Portland's Architect by Philip Niles Publisher Comments The Central Library, Benson Hotel, Reed College, the Meier & Frank building, the U.S. National Bank — these are just a few of the grand Portland icons designed by Albert E. Doyle. During a period of rapid growth in Portland, Oregon, after the Lewis &... (read more) Your price: $29.95 New - Trade Paper
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Classic Houses of Portland, Oregon, 1850-1950 by William J. Hawkins III and William F.Willingham Publisher Comments The majority of Portland's classic houses are still standing, a rich legacy and essential link to a time of stunning architectural accomplishment. This lavishly illustrated volume features more than 300 residences representing twenty-three distinct... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price: $18.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Skyscrapers: A History of the World's Most Extraordinary Buildings by Judith Dupre Publisher Comments Rising majestically above the hubbub of crowded cities or standing in solitude against a natural backdrop, skyscrapers captivate the eye, excite the imagination, and inspire awe. Wonders of creativity and ingenuity, they embody the best of our practical... (read more) Your price: $24.95 New - Hardcover
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Architectural Guidebook To Portland 1ST Edition by Bart King Review "...As King's comprehensive survey of Portland architecture reveals, ours is not a place for landmarks, but rather a fabric of smaller-scale new and historically preserved projects that achieve collective harmony. It's not flashy, but it works....take... (read more) List Price $19.95 Your price: $14.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Young Architects #10: Resonance by Jesse (frw) Reiser Synopsis Resonance is the tenth in an annual series of publications that features the best young practicing architects as selected by the Architectural League of New York in their annual Young Architects competition. Young architects practicing today are working... (read more) Your price: $24.95 New - Trade Paper
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Spectacular Homes of the Pacific Northwest (Spectacular Homes) by Brian Carabet Publisher Comments More than 250 photographs of nearly 40 leading designers in Washington and Oregon.... (read more) List Price $39.95 Your price: $17.98 Sale - Hardcover
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Urban Details Los Angeles: Fountains (Urban Details Series) by Virginia Comer Publisher Comments Stairways, fountains, and streetlights are among the many over-looked small things that grace our cityscapes. Seeing and appreciating them is the idea behind the Urban Details series. Many have significant histories and are associated with important... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $7.98 Sale - Hardcover
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Pop-Up London by Anne Wild Synopsis Ancient Civilizations Pop-Ups (In association with British Museum Publications) Tarquin pop-ups are a special kind of 'do-it-yourself' activity book. Not only is there the fun of making the scenes and seeing them pop-up but they are full of interesting... (read more) List Price $11.00 Your price: $5.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Out There, 5 Volume Set: Architecture Beyond Building by Aaron Betsky Synopsis This year's exhibition faces the fundamental changes taking place in contemporary architecture. Established in 1980, the architecture section of the Biennale enables the curators to widen their sphere of activity. Architects from all over the world are... (read more) Your price: $110.00 New - Trade Paper
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1,001 Skyscrapers by Eric Howeler Publisher Comments This playful book offers the most fun path to designing your own skyscraper. Twenty-five of the most famous skyscrapers have been scaled to the same size and cut into three pieces; these can be recombined to make 15,625 new buildings of your own creation.... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $4.50 Used - Spiral
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Architectural Wonders by Kathleen Colan Synopsis What do an office building, a mausoleum, a church, an opera house, and a 19th century castle have in common? They're all architectural masterpieces that adorn the skylines throughout the world, acting as beacons for globally minded tourists. ... (read more) Your price: $24.95 New - Hardcover
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The Modern Architecture Pop-Up Book by Anton Radevsky Publisher Comments The Modern Architecture Pop-Up Book showcases three-dimensional replications of some of the most innovative modern and contemporary architecture from around the world. Accompanied by illustrations, photographs, and elaborate pop-ups, the talent and... (read more) Your price: $45.00 New - Hardcover
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Miller/ Hull by Sheri Olson Publisher Comments A new architectural style emerges when similarities of form, material, interest, or attitude in the designs of a group of architects become prevalent enough to earn their own identity. Such is the recently heralded rise of the Pacific Northwest school... (read more) Your price: $40.00 New - Hardcover
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Sweaterlodge: And Other Projects from Pechet and Robb by Jana Tyner Publisher Comments Since 1991, Pechet and Robb Studio has produced cutting-edge projects that include private residences, cemeteries, memorials, public art, commercial interiors, exhibitions, set designs, and furniture. Their entry at the 2006 Venice Biennale was the... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price: $17.50 Used - Trade Paper
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Bridges: A History of the World's Most Famous and Important Spans by Judith Dupre Publisher Comments Introduction by Frank O. Gehry. Opening to a dazzling full-yard span, this panoramic tour introduces more than fifty of the world's greatest bridges in 200 high-quality black-and-white photographs and an engaging text that sheds light on the historical... (read more) List Price $24.98 Your price: $7.95 Used - Hardcover
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Earthquake Architecture: New Construction Techniques for Earthquake Prevention by Belen Garcia List Price $49.95 Your price: $14.00 Used - Hardcover
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Notre Dame Montreal by Jean Trudel Description âEglises Dâecoration et ornement Quâebec (Province) Montrâeal Histoire.... (read more) Your price: $3.95 Used - Pamphlet
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