Christmas Archigifts 2009 (wishlist)

As the holidays approach, I've begun a short wishlist of some architecture-related gifts.

There will always be Architecture books (highest priority):
Bldgblog, one of the most-respected architecture blogs, written by Geoff Mannaugh, has now been published in book form.

Yes is More, the comicbook/monograph by BIG

On a practical note, I have been wanting to pick up one of the thorough how-to books on Revit Architecture, such as Mastering Revit Architecture 2010, or Mastering Revit Architecture 2010 (two different books, same title, different authors).

You could make a donation in my name to Architecture for Humanity.

By making a donation today you are supporting a grassroots network of architects, designers and building professionals to lend their talents and expertise in communities where there services are most needed and can least be afforded. You know design matters. Help us use the power of design to build a more sustainable future in communities around the world.

(Also, watch AFH's Cameron Sinclair's lecture at TED; it'll make you feel like you can do more...)

T-shirts:
Archinect has a couple t-shirts and should have some new designs coming out anyday now...

(FYI - I'd also take this one in black on black)

ArchiCULTURE also has a few t-shirts I like...

new sketchBOOK

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I just ordered this new sketchbook from the filmmakers of archiCULTURE. It combines two things to look forward to: a film about architecture school and a new Moleskine sketchbook.

I have blogged about this film before but wanted to mention it again as I know they are still seeking funding while in post-production. Read this synopsis below and then click the link above to visit their site to find out more about the film.

Archiculture is a feature length documentary that examines contemporary issues surrounding the realm of architecture through the perspective of university students during their final thesis semester. The film follows the protagonists through the evolution of their respective senior thesis projects and the internal and external conflicts each student faces during this intense year-long process. Interviews with family, friends, significant others, industry professionals, architects, and design professors are woven throughout the film to create a story that builds an intimate connection between the characters and the audience. The emotional storyline will reveal a breadth of experiences ranging from the 4AM deadline dash, to the fulfilling sensation of graduation. The film provides viewers with an in-depth look into the creative yet competitive process of architectural education while also depicting current issues such as the role of architecture in society, the disproportion of gender and race within the profession, and environmentally conscious design. The story is structured in a way that chronologically follows the students’ development of their theses and continually builds suspense as the final critique looms. The film concludes at the students’ final thesis presentation as they find themselves on the brink of their adult and professional lives, and the closure of their adolescence.

archiCULTURE

Here is a link to archiCULTURE site related to the film-in-progress that will document the studio-lives of architecture students at Pratt Institute School of Architecture.