DETAIL JAPAN Detail Japan May 2008 Issue: The Present State of Concrete Architecture Format: A4 Pages: 112 Price: 2310 yen Concrete Architecture Special Feature. While there are examples that make use of the unique modeling capabilities of concrete, there are also many examples that are expanding the possibilities of concrete architecture by applying unique finishes to the surface with unprecedented ideas. From these two directions, 9 outstanding design examples from Europe and 3 from Japan are introduced. "The Novelty of Architecture, the Future of the City" Yokohama National University Graduate School of Urban Innovation Architecture Culture Synergy, 14th Edition Author: Edited by Y-GSA Publisher: Shokokusha Format: B6 Pages: 222 Price (including tax): ¥ 2,305 This book contains a portion of the discussions from "Yokohama Architecture and Urban Studies" (organized by Yokohama National University Graduate School "Y-GSA" + Yokohama City), which focuses on the themes of "New Architecture" and "The Future of the City." What kind of efforts are necessary for a city for its residents? Experts in architecture and urban planning, as well as speakers from various fields, appear and explore the possibilities based on concrete examples. Numerous illustrations and photographs are also included.