{"product_id":"the-matter-of-architecture-geology-buildings-and-us-paul-dobraszczyk","title":"The Matter of Architecture: Geology, Buildings and Us - Paul Dobraszczyk","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Matter of Architecture: Geology, Buildings and Us – Paul Dobraszczyk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat building today tells us about tomorrow’s Earth – and our place on it.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdeal for architects, designers and enthusiasts across Scotland and beyond, \u003ci\u003eThe Matter of Architecture\u003c\/i\u003e offers a compelling reflection on the deep connection between the built environment and the natural world. Geology forms the foundation of our planet, and historically, architecture has drawn directly from these earthly materials. Today, however, human activity is creating its own geological legacy: vast quantities of concrete, steel, plastic and brick are forming the strata of the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn this thought-provoking and richly illustrated work, Paul Dobraszczyk examines how architecture can respond to this shift, asking how we might rebuild a more balanced relationship with the Earth. Drawing inspiration from natural formations—from caves and crystals to volcanoes and seismic forces—the book invites readers to rethink design through a geological lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA must-have addition to any Scottish architectural bookshop, this title blends environmental insight with design thinking, offering fresh perspectives for practice, study and inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Paul Dobraszczyk\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Reaktion Books Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; background: #FCF4F0;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9781836391838\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/b\u003e June 2026\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Dobraszczyk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57866654581119,"sku":"9781836391838","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/7797\/7910\/files\/TheMatterofArchitecture.jpg?v=1782825367","url":"https:\/\/bookshop.rias.org.uk\/products\/the-matter-of-architecture-geology-buildings-and-us-paul-dobraszczyk","provider":"RIAS Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}