Contemporary Brick Buildings – Xl

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Brick has been a reliable building material for thousands of years, known for its durability and versatility. This book explores the most innovative brick architecture from around the globe over the last 35 years.

An in-depth look at contemporary brick buildings and their enduring appeal.

Brick stands out as one of the oldest and most widespread construction materials, with origins tracing back to 7500 BC and the introduction of fired brick around 3500 BC. Its lasting strength and adaptability have made it a staple in modern architecture worldwide. Celebrated for its affordability, flexibility, and environmentally friendly production, brick continues to be a favorite in diverse regions, from China to the Netherlands.

This extensive volume takes readers on a global journey, highlighting exciting brick structures created in the past three and a half decades, spanning locations from Paraguay to New Zealand. True to TASCHEN’s architectural series, the book features rising stars like Sanchit Arora of RENESA alongside renowned architects such as Renzo Piano and Peter Zumthor.

The featured projects demonstrate the wide-ranging uses of brick across various settings, including cultural institutions, homes, infrastructure, and recreational spaces. Notable examples include Herzog & de Meuron’s Tate Modern Switch House in London, D’Houndt + Bajart’s Boa School Restaurant in Lille-Lomme, and MASS Design’s Maternity Waiting Village in Kasungu, Malawi.