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A former power plant becomes an art mile; a tea house is built on the remnants of a historical wall. Everywhere we encounter buildings which are no longer used in their original state and now provide the setting for new uses. As disparate as the structures in question themselves are the structural and technological demands they impose on the architect. Whether the subject is energy-conscious renovation or progressive conversion, these new language editions of In Detail: Building in Existing Fabric incorporate innovative examples from Italy, France, and Spain developed specially for these volumes. Introductory essays by noted experts deal with the subject in depth from the perspectives of historical preservation, economy, and building technology. From a structure’s surrounding environment to large-scale representations of details, all of the drawings are meticulously researched and presented with the customary high quality and with the competence and experience of the editorial staff at DETAIL .

The private single family house is still very much the preferred choice of home. Yet in recent years there have been many changes not only in the personal situations of the residents, their expectations and desires, but also in the rising costs of energy and raw materials. This has meant that issues such as multi-functionalism, the use of innovative building materials or energy-efficient building methods are increasing in significance. These topical developments have been taken into consideration. The authors introduce floor plan solutions using contemporary projects which bear in mind changing family structures. At the same time, the contributions provide an in-depth introduction to planning single family houses, from the design of the floor plan to useful tips for the realisation. In addition to this fundamental information, 22 projects are documented, providing ideas and inspiration for planners, students and clients. The international selection of projects highlights current trends in planning and designing single family housing and reveals the tried and tested basics.

La creciente diversidad de estilos de vida hace que la búsqueda de plantas flexibles y adaptables sea fundamental en la construcción de viviendas. La alta demanda de viviendas en centros de aglomeración convierte la construcción en densidad en un reto apasionante para arquitectos y proyectistas. Este volumen presenta proyectos internacionales que reflejan la diversidad y complejidad del trabajo arquitectónico, abarcando desde tipos de hábitat y diseño de plantas hasta distribución, zonas exteriores privadas y conceptos de uso adaptables, además de la implementación de sistemas de construcción rentables. La presentación gráfica uniforme y los dibujos de detalles a gran escala permiten una comparación efectiva de la calidad arquitectónica y constructiva de los conjuntos residenciales. Los artículos especializados analizan desarrollos actuales y diversos conceptos arquitectónicos. Este completo compendio se erige como una obra de referencia esencial para proyectistas, abordando la complejidad de la búsqueda de soluciones habitacionales en un contexto de creciente diversidad de necesidades. La discusión sobre la planificación de espacios y la accesibilidad se presenta de manera exhaustiva, ofreciendo una visión clara del estado actual del sector y de las tendencias futuras en el ámbito del diseño de viviendas.

The external facades of a building are more than a protective mantle, or an intelligent skin regulating temperature and light, they also determine its very appearance. By unusual choices of materials and the use of complex technology, facades have become increasingly significant in recent years. External surfaces are being perceived as an integral part of the building and are therefore being designed as such. This volume focuses on the wide-ranging aspects of facade design, from the selection and use of materials to the advanced technical possibilities now open to the architect. A wide array of carefully selected international examples show the theory in the practice. All plans, details, and large scale sections of the facades have been researched with the high degree of competence typical of the editorial staff from the review Detail. Expert authors provide the essential information needed to plan and design facades and elucidate on the latest developments in technology and materials