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Inspired by fresh agendas, such as simplicity and re-thinking congregational spaces, the designs in this book dazzle with a bold new perspective. The 400 color photographs in this book put you in beachfront scenes where the waves crash only inches from your feet; you laze dreamily, poolside, in glamorous luxury hotels; and finally, you come face to face with the most innovative concepts in all of Asia., The architecture of the West is well-known and recognizable across the world. The sustainable architecture of Southeast Asia inspired by environment and a thriving and distinct culture is a hidden pearl in the world of architectural design. In "New Directions in Tropical Asian Architecture," author Philip Goad explores a region and a modern architecture that is complex and thriving. Featuring extended profiles of the region's most innovative and influential architects, this book covers a full complement of their recent projects in tropical Asia with plans, drawings, beautiful full-color photographs and insightful text. Inspired by fresh agendas, such as simplicity and rethinking congregational spaces, the designs in this book dazzle with a bold new perspective. The 400 color photographs in this book will put you in beachfront scenes where the waves crash only inches from your feet; dreaming poolside at glamorous hotels; relaxing in gorgeous luxury homes with flawless Asian decor; and finally, will bring you face to face with the most innovative concepts in all of Asian architecture."

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