David Adjaye Houses
Recycling, Reconfiguring, Rebuilding
Edited by Peter Allison
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Now in paperback!
| A revelation ... confirms the arrival of a major talent | | – Building Design |
| 'Adjaye is the young wonder of the London design world’ | | – TIME Magazine |
| ‘David Adjaye is the “it architect” of the moment’ | | – Evening Standard Magazine |
One of the most exciting and accomplished young architects to emerge on the international scene in many years … Adjaye is enjoying enormous and ever-increasing worldwide attention. This book celebrates a young talent at the height – and yet at the beginning – of his creative powers.
The innovation in Adjaye’s career is exemplified in his residential works, constructed in a range of settings, which show careful experimentation and exquisite nuances. Perhaps his best-known houses are those constructed are those for such people as artist Chris Ofili and and actor Ewan McGregor.
Four essential components make up this, Adjaye’s first monograph: an introduction by Stuart Hall; a documentation of thirteen of Adjaye’s most important projects, presented through descriptions, detailed plans and photographs; a series of visual essays that highlight the tactile, luminous and luxurious nature of Adjaye’s work; and essays from cultural critics who have been touched by his buildings.
David Adjaye, educated in Africa and in London, is principal of the 40-person-strong Adjaye/Associates. He teaches at the Architectural Association in London.
Peter Allison has curated exhibitions on contemporary Austrian architecture and new architecture from London. He contributes to a number of international publications and teaches in London.
Also of interest:
David Adjaye: Making Public Buildings
Anglo Files: UK Architecture's Rising Generation
Zaha Hadid: The Complete Works
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|  |  | | | | ISBN 0500286310 | | ISBN-13 978-0500286319 | | | | 24.0 x 20.0 cm | | Paperback with flaps | | 256pp | | 430 illustrations, 162 in colour | | First published 2006 | | | | £19.95 | | | |  | | | | 
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