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3 ArchitectureForeign Rights CatalogueMario Rinke, Joseph Schwartz (eds.)Before SteelThe introduction of structural ironand its consequences236 pagesabout 200 illustrations16 × 24 cmHardcoverEnglishEuro (D) 46.–, (A) 47.30, CHF 58.–ISBN 978-3-7212-0756-9Steel is one of the most important building materials of our time and is closely relatedto notions of “modern” construction or modern architecture in general. This book aimsnot only to illustrate the beginnings of steel’s usage as a building material; it also endeavoursto show the theoretical, practical, formal, and cultural consequences of thesebeginnings 200 years ago.The 19th century marks the phase of final separation for the disciplines of structuralengineering and architecture. Iron may not be the sole impetus, but it is at least a catalyst– even today – and is, therefore, a significant factor in the development of theengineering-architecture relationship. Before Steel looks critically at the many-layeredconnections between architecture and engineering, and at the dramatically changingway in which the disciplines understand themselves. Many notable authors from variousdisciplines contribute their view.The book was awarded the DAM Architecture Book Prize 2011 in the category “HistorischeMaterialkunde” (historic material).Rahel Lämmler, Michael WagnerUlrich Müther. Shell Structuresin Mecklenburg-WesternPomeraniaThe architecture of shell structuresin the former GDR120 pagesabout 80 illustrations13.5 × 17 cmPaperback with leavesEnglishEuro (D) 25.50, (A) 26.20, CHF 32.–ISBN 978-3-7212-0747-7Licenses sold:GermanThe East German engineer Ulrich Müther contributed an important chapter to the Europeanhistory of shell construction. In 1963 he created the first concrete shell as therealization of his diploma project in the former GDR. His career of more than 30 yearssaw many milestones. Ulrich Müther realized his pioneering shell constructions in hishomeland on the island of Rügen, in and around Rostock and in other parts of Mecklenburg-WesternPomerania.The book alternates between a classical architecture guide and an almost archaeologicalinventory. It furnishes a well founded insight into the euphoric belief in progressthat attended the building boom of the sixties and seventies. All the relevant objects inMecklenburg-Western Pomerania have been assembled in one publication for the firsttime. The buildings are portrayed with the aid of current photographs, plans, texts andproject information. Survey maps and addresses facilitate on-site visits.With articles by Michael Wagner And Rahel Lämmler, Prof. Arch. Georg Giebeler andProf. Dr. Massimo Laffranchi.The German edition was awarded the DAM Architecture Book Prize.