PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Most modern buildings are built from diverse materials, but few confront their manifold composition as a question of both design and performance. This book takes a close look at a series of global building traditions and contemporary practices to uncover the possibilities and challenges of working with mixed materials. Visually stunning, color-coded drawings reveal the materials and construction for every project. Through case studies, design experiments and writings, the authors examine the opportunities of heterogeneous construction for contemporary, sustainable, circular, and culturally situated architecture.

With contributions by Jeannette Kuo, Ajay Manthripragada, and Jesús Vassallo, and photography by Naho Kubota.

Recognized by Tokyo TDC Annual Awards 2025

BOOK INFORMATION

Trim Size: 7.1 x 11.7

Number of Pages: 224

Binding Method: Layflat

Paper: Munken Lynx, Peydur Lissé

Typefaces: ABC Diatype, ABC Synt

CREDIT INFORMATION

Creative Director:

Art Director:

Book Designer: Andrew LeClair

Jacket/Cover Designer: Andrew LeClair

Illustrator:

Photographer: Naho Kubota

Picture Editor:

Production Director: Anja Haering

Production Coordinator:

Production Artist:

Other Credits: Katharina Kulke — Editor

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