Skylab The Nature of Buildings by Skylab (Hardback Book)

Name: Skylab The Nature of Buildings by Skylab (Hardback Book)
Brand: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Thames & Hudson Ltd

Discover 'Skylab: The Nature of Buildings', the first monograph showcasing the innovative and sustainable designs of the Portland-based architecture studio. This comprehensive book delves into over two decades of Skylab's work, featuring spectacular residences for creatives, distinctive music venues, and high-profile projects like Nike's Serena Williams Building. Told through reflective essays, interviews, and anecdotes by influential contributors, the book also includes extensive project photography and illustrations detailing the firm's unique design process. The book itself is a uniquely crafted object, designed to resemble a double vinyl album with 'sides', 'tracks', gatefolds, and foldout posters, offering an immersive experience into Skylab's creative world. Written by Benjamin Halpern, Randy Gragg, John Hoke, Jeff Kovel, Mauricio Villarreal, and Mimi Zeiger, this hardback edition spans 304 pages and was released on July 27, 2023. A must-have for architecture and design enthusiasts. Keywords: Skylab, The Nature of Buildings, architecture, design, monograph, Portland, sustainable design, residences, music venues, Nike, Serena Williams Building, Benjamin Halpern, Randy Gragg, John Hoke, Jeff Kovel, Mauricio Villarreal, Mimi Zeiger, hardback book, 304 pages.