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H.O.U.S.E. Aleksandra Machowiak

H.O.U.S.E. By Aleksandra Machowiak

H.O.U.S.E. by Aleksandra Machowiak


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Summary

A funky and fascinating illustrated book about contemporary architecture for children, based on 33 real life houses.

H.O.U.S.E. Summary

H.O.U.S.E. by Aleksandra Machowiak

Have you ever seen a house without walls? Is it possible to pack a house into a suitcase? Can a house behave like a turtle? What kind of house can homeless people have? Would you prefer to live in a moon, in a nut ...or inside a sewage pipe? Architecture is amazing! HOUSE demonstrates that the space we live in doesn't have to be a dull cube. While it should meet the needs of its inhabitants and surroundings, it can also be distinctive, and sometimes utterly surprising. Witty, richly coloured drawings and concise, accessible descriptions of 35 extraordinary houses designed by the most prominent architects of the world. The text manages to be both child and adult; it's aimed at children but is just as interesting for adults because it's a mixture of facts and quirk. It's amazing these houses exist. 'Everyone I've shown it to wants one, from 12 year old boys to adults. Who could not choose this book?' Julia Marshall, publisher

H.O.U.S.E. Reviews

Readers of all ages can study the innovative designs, layouts, and building materials used. Each page is filled with fascinating facts and useful maps show where the houses are built.

-- The Weekend Sun (AU)

H.O.U.S.E. is a book that fires the imagination. A splendid example of imagination and good design, it deserves its place on the IBBY Honour List.

-- Magpies (AU)

This book about contemporary domestic architecture is full of vivid illustrations and cool facts.

-- Gleebooks (AU)

About Aleksandra Machowiak

Aleksandra Machowiak and Daniel Mizielinski graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, Poland in 2008. They have their own graphic design business called Hipopotam Studio. HOUSE is their first book.

Additional information

GOR004686411
9781877467660
1877467669
H.O.U.S.E. by Aleksandra Machowiak
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Gecko Press
20101001
156
Winner of Polish Book of the Year (Switzerland). Winner of 'Child-Friendly World' Grand Prize 2010 Winner of Honour List 2010 (Switzerland) Winner of White Raven 2010 (Germany) Commended for DAM Architectural Book Award 2010 (Germany)
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

Customer Reviews - H.O.U.S.E.