These four books examine a range of interesting projects, from modernist residences to stylish restaurants.

The landscape architect provides a thorough study of public outdoor seating.

Two books take a close look at speeches given by Karl Marx's distant cousin, who had a profound influence on Brazil's public parks, plazas, and gardens.

A new book examines how Japan's early resort hotels have played a role in the country's architecture.

"Finding Brutalism" and "SOS Brutalism" both attempt to make sense of a hotly debated architectural movement that flourished in the mid-twentieth century.

A new manifesto explores hands-on programs that encourage architecture students to engage in community projects.

The daughter of Cincinnati architect Woodie Garber looks back on her harrowing upbringing in this emotional memoir.

Architect Peter Pennoyer and and historian Anne Walker shed light on a little-known early 20th-century architect.

A new book discusses how the American architect's take on Spanish colonial motifs transformed a town in South Florida.

An architecture professor at Iowa State looks at the breadth of the Italian architect's career.