David Pion-Berlin Libros

Through country case studies, the book explores how Latin American militaries can effectively engage in non-traditional roles such as internal security, disaster relief, and social programs, challenging the notion that they should remain inactive. It argues that these forces excel when leveraging their existing strengths for humane missions, while struggling when required to adapt. The author emphasizes the importance of government decision-making in deploying military resources, advocating for a pragmatic approach based on the specific needs and available alternatives in society.

Plans, documentation and photographs from David Chipperfield's massive Amorepacific complex in Korea This book compiles 860 documents produced by David Chipperfield Architects during the planning and construction process of the Amorepacific headquarters in Seoul. These are complemented by two series of photographs by architectural photographer Laurian Ghinitoiu. Built between 2010 and 2018 for the Korean beauty and cosmetics company Amorepacific as their headquarters, the Chipperfield creation encompasses a museum, a library, an auditorium, a kindergarten, restaurants, laboratories and offices for 7000 employees. It is situated between a new business district, a large park and a small-scale mixed-use neighborhood, and was built from various materials (concrete, aluminum, glass, granite, textile, wood) from the region and across the world.