Catalogue Author:Norman Foster Now in an updated and expanded edition, an invaluable guide to the work of one of the worlds leading architects. Highlighting recent projects, Norman Foster: Catalogue traces the development of the Foster studio from its formation in the 1960s to the present. More than 120 buildings and projects are featured in stunning full-color photog... more »raphs and complemented by architectural plans, sketches, drawings, and informative essays. The book examines the distinctive features of Fosters work and shows the full range of the practices achievements as urban planners, architects, and industrial designers. Underlying Foster and Partners use of new technologies are concerns with sustainability and environmental issues in their designs. Organized by themes, the book includes the studios latest buildings such as the Beijing Airport along with other important projects such as Smithsonian Institute in Washington, DC, the Hearst Tower in New York, the Great Court at the British Museum in London, and Hong Kongs international airport. Including numerous current works, unbuilt projects such as Fosters design for the World Trade Center competition, as well as buildings that showcase the essential characteristics of Fosters distinctive design philosophy, this book presents a comprehensive overview of the renowned architects career to date.« less