Many books on architecture are designed for the casual reader, examining only the basic visual elements of a building for their aesthetics.

A monthly magazine from Korea, C3 looks at thematically linked architectural projects from around the world. #371 from August 2015 has two themes; the integration of nature and greenery into urban buildings and the blending of the public space into buildings.

A small book concerned with small structures aiming for a big impact, Nanohouse: Innovations for small dwellings by Phyllis Richardson contains a comprehensive overview of the benefits in designing small houses.

Though published twenty years ago, Building in Wood: Construction and Details by Götz Gutdeutsch is a remarkable and insightful book to read today.

Buildings in Wood: The History and Traditions of Architecture’s Oldest Building Material is one of the most comprehensive and exquisite books on timber design that it is possible to read.

If you’re ever on the fence about which material to build with, then its safe to say that Wood Architecture & Design will convince you to use wood for your next project.

The Woodbook, The Complete Plates is the perfect companion for anyone looking to learn more about wood. This beautifully presented piece describes hundreds of wood species in equisite detail, each accompanied by high definition photographs of their transverse, radial and tangential sections.

A useful professional resource 

Kiyosi Seike has effectively captured the elegance and simplistic beauty of Japanese joinery in this attractive book.