Trendsetting sustainable architecture from the world's leading eco-architecture firms.

The process of executing an architectural plan, a building or a landscape, can be disastrous for the environment. The construction process, whether it is erecting a building or excavating a landscape, is destructive. Toxic land sites are disturbed, trees are removed, bedrock is shattered, watercourses are altered. And it goes on--buildings cause erosion and ongoing water pollution and worldwide they consume a quarter of all energy produced.

Fortunately there are numerous ways through which buildings and landscape can be designed to mitigate such negative impacts. 1000 Tips by 100 Eco Architects shows how forward-thinking design and environmentally sound construction practices can create outstanding results. Coming from the world's leading eco-architecture firms, these real-life projects demonstrate the pinnacle of progressive design and eco restraint.

Working from the essential objectives of economy, sustainability, beauty and function, the 1000 ideas display a wide array of outcomes. Design plans illlustrate the concepts and captioned photographs display the results. Examples include:

• Reveal Earth's history--Wire-sawing bedrock horizontally creates a beautiful outdoor terrace.
• Produce white noise--A water curtain buffers city sounds while also creating a place for carefree play.
• Create new activity--A new island in a lake presents options for activities close to town.
• Introduce the unexpected--Wavelike wood installations create spots to sit, slide or ride a bike.
• Echo history--The layout of a new water park recalls the former agricultural plot.
• Alter scale--Irrigation ditches are transformed into waterways in a water park.
• Seize opportunity--A quarry is recovered and carved into a pleasing linear landscape.
• Mix function--A string of water through an education and sports facilities beautifies and encourages recreation.

Fully illustrated and featuring the highest standards of world eco architecture, 1000 Tips by 100 Eco Architects is a practical, inspiring and provocative reference ideal for anyone practicing or interested in architecture, environmental conservation and design.

Prefab Houses is a handy, portable guide to the 21st century’s most stylish, affordable, innovative, and adorable prefabricated homes. Design editor and architectural expert Marta Serrats provides an eye-opening compendium of prefabricated living spaces that are miles above mobile homes and other less desirable home life options—a valuable resource featuring breathtaking, cost-effective possibilities for anyone interested in building an attractive, affordable first or a second home.

The exterior of a product is more attractive and striking than the product it houses. Unique Packaging, a highly visual sourcebook, shows the contemporary work of important international package designers. Including a wide variety of packaging—from food and drink to music and films—this volume explores the most successful ideas from designers who have put forth innovative creations, and details the complete process for creating high-impact packaging.

Imaginative and inspirational, Point of Purchase is an essential resource for creating striking and innovative exhibition and store displays.

This book showcases a variety successful point of purchase displays that look great, use retail space efficiently, and drive sales. It presents a wide range of formats, dimensions, styles, and a whole visual language that is used to entice the customer into the purchase. Colors, textures, lighting, and graphic arts fuse to create expressive, captivating, and functional systems, capable of capturing the attention of potential buyers. With full-color photographs throughout, Point of Purchase is a must for anyone involved in retail, interior, and exhibition, stand, and event design.