This book includes some of this year's best work in architecture, interior design and planning and urban design projects from around the world, including: ? - In London, a new broadcasting house for the BBC ? - In Washington, DC, a revitalization of historic Union Station ? - In Canada, two projects that are shaping higher education ? - In Azerbaijan, a trio of towers inspired by flickering flames ? - In Singapore, a hospital with the aesthetic of a luxury hotel ? - In Hong Kong, a headquarters for a French fashion brand Journey with the design teams as you look through floor plans, sketches, renderings and photographs of these dozens of dynamic projects that blend human need, environmental stewardship, value creation, science and art. AUTHOR: HOK is a global design, architecture, engineering and planning firm committed to creating places that enrich people's lives and help organizations succeed. Through its collaborative network of 24 offices worldwide, the firm delivers design excellence and innovation to clients globally. In 2012, DesignIntelligence ranked HOK as the #1 role model for sustainable and high-performance design for the third consecutive year. 400 illustrations
