Toronto is a concrete city. From international landmarks to civic buildings to cultural institutions to metropolitan infrastructure and the single-family home, reminders of the era of 'brutalist' architecture surround Torontonians. But...
Art and architecture
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Author:McClelland, Michael, McClelland, Michael, Stewart, Graeme, Stewart, GraemeSummary: - Author:Murray, JoanSummary:
In this witty and compelling defence of the art field itself, Joan Murray, one of the country's most outspoken art historians, discusses the great figures of Canadian art and the rise of our national are in institutions such as the...
- Author:Couture, Francine, Vanlaethem, FranceSummary:
La pérennité de l’art contemporain et des arts médiatiques tout comme celle du patrimoine architectural moderne posent des problèmes semblables du fait de la fragilité de bien des œuvres, de l’indétermination formelle de certaines,...
- Author:Sewell, BillSummary:
Civilians play crucial roles in building empires. Constructing Empire shows how Japanese urban planners, architects, and other civilians contributed to constructing a modern colonial enclave in northeast China, their visions shifting...
- Author:Amann, Jennifer ThorneSummary:
Increasing the energy efficiency of your home can save you money, help the environment, and enhance your comfort, but how do you decide which improvements are the most beneficial and cost-effective' Completely revised to...
- Author:Jotisalikorn, ChamiSummary:
With over 180 photographs Contemporary Asian Living Rooms explores 50 of Southeast Asia's most interesting homes and hotels. Living room design in Asia has moved away form the classical Asia style to incorporate the new global chic...
- Author:Fram, Mark, Weiler, JohnSummary:
"[Continuity with Change] seeks to document and demonstrate that middle positions between Change and Continuity are possible and desirable." — Canadian Architect "[Continuity with Change] is well produced with a large...
- Author:Smith, MyquillynSummary:
Cozy Minimalism isn't about going without or achieving a particular new, modern style. Nope. It's simply a mindset that helps you get whatever style YOU LOVE with the fewest possible items. You want a warm, cozy, inviting home...
- Author:Galvan, Liz MarieSummary:
Whether you live in a country farmhouse or an urban apartment, you will find inspiration for every room in your home.Come cozy up with your creativity and Liz's welcoming voice so you can love the feeling of being at home. In this...
- Author:Gustafson, PaulaSummary:
The series of Craft Perception and Practice volumes gives recognition to the exciting new developments in contemporary craft practice and scholarship. This second volume brings together 22 essays and critical commentaries by 19...
- Author:Gustafson, PaulaSummary:
Canada's ceramists, tapestry weavers, and other craft artists are recognized amongst the world's finest artisans. Craft Perception and Practice celebrates the excellence of Canadian crafts by bringing together twenty-four essays and...
- Author:Gustafson, Paula, Gustafson, NisseSummary:
This third and final volume in the Craft Perception and Practice series features 21 essays and critical commentaries by acclaimed Canadian practitioners, educators and curators, demonstrating the range of critical thought about craft as...
- Author:Dann, MoiraSummary:
Craigdarroch Castle, built by coal baron Robert Dunsmuir for his wife, Joan, and their family, was completed in 1890. Following Joan's death, the castle was put up for sale in 1908, and later housed a military hospital and the...
- Author:Christian, Diana LeafeSummary:
Creating a Life Together is the only resource available that provides step-by-step practical information distilled from numerous firsthand sources on how to establish an intentional community. It deals in depth with structural,...
- Author:McCamant, KathrynSummary:
Cohousing balances privacy and independence with the benefits of living in community. This completely revised and updated third edition of the "cohousing bible" invites readers into these sustainable neighborhoods, and provides...
- Author:Krysa, DanielleSummary:
Creative block presents the most crippling—and unfortunately universal—challenge for artists. No longer! This chunky blockbuster of a book is chock-full of solutions for overcoming all manner of artistic impediment. The blogger behind...
- Author:Ferrell, JeffSummary:
Focusing on the most prevalent form of graffiti writing in Denver, the book provides a detailed consideration of the social and cultural circumstances that surround its creation. It explores the national and international development...
- Author:Maviglia, JosephSummary:
Critics Who Know Jack: Urban Myths, Media and Rock & Roll is a collection of essays, memoirs and critiques on subjects ranging from TV programming, film and literature to rock journalism, with commentary on the interpretation of...
- Author:Lacelle, Nathalie, Richard, MoniquesSummary:
Consommation culturelle éclatée et branchements technologiques sont omniprésents dans la réalité de la jeunesse du Québec et d'ailleurs dans le monde. Dans leurs pratiques culturelles informelles, les jeunes d'aujourd'hui s'approprient...
- Author:Elder, R. BruceSummary:
Cubism and futurism were related movements that vied with each other in the economy of renown. Perception, dynamism, and the dynamism of perception—these issues passed back and forth between the two. Cubism and Futurism shows how...
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