Books for Designers by Culicidae Architectural Press
We are the peer-reviewed publishing sister of Culicidae Press. All of our authors connect with the designed environment at different scales, from graphic design via building structures to urban design and landscapes. Use the menu above to navigate our site and/or click on the images below to learn more about our publications.
Andrews – Vervm Fictvm
Forthcoming Spring 2021 About the Book The drawing has always been our most essential method of communication. Drawings have offered us both a glimpse into
Liikkanen – Secrets of Finnish Sauna Design
About the Book Are you planning a new sauna, renovating an old one, or just dreaming? Do yourself a favor: save your sauna project and
Andrews – Rationalism and Poetry – Terragni’s Asilo
About the Book (From the Introduction) Como’s Asilo D’Infanzia Sant’Elia occupies a unique position in the oeuvre of Giuseppe Terragni. Executed between his two most
Naegele – Guide to the Only Good Architecture in Iowa
Available Now Naegele’s Guide to the Only Good Architecture in Iowa is a deceptive title but it is not a misnomer. Guide is accurate. Iowa
Croyle – Hertwig: The Zelig of Design
New Second Edition! C. Arthur Croyle’s Hertwig: The Zelig of Design is an illustrated biography that traces the life and career of graphic designer Max Hertwig
Careri – Walkscapes
Walkscapes: Walking as an Aesthetic Practice by Francesco Careri was originally published in a dual-language Spanish/English edition in 2002, and republished in 2012 (only in Spanish) both
Ben Jacks – A House and Its Atmosphere
About the Book A House and its Atmosphere is a meditative essay about the experience of designing and building a house of one’s own. Told
Harry Merritt – Perspective
About the Book A book that teaches hands-on perspective drawing using the projected image method developed by architect and former University of Florida architecture professor
Ben Jacks – The Architect’s Tour
If you want to be a good designer, set aside the glossy magazines, turn off your computer, and seek out first-hand encounters with good design.