Peter Zumthor's "Atmospheres" is a significant work that explores the senses of architecture and space. Swiss architect Peter Zumthor states that "the real things that constitute the atmosphere of architecture" are "this unique density and atmosphere, presence, well-being, harmony, beauty... to be enchanted by its magic and to experience something that cannot be experienced in any other way, precisely in this way," and is passionate about creating architecture that produces such effects. This book summarizes in nine chapters, with illustrations, Zumthor's thoughts on creating the atmosphere of his own home as a process of self-observation. The images of spaces and buildings that have influenced him are as important as the specific music and books that have inspired him. From the composition and presence of materials to the effects of proportion and light, this poetics of architecture reminds readers of what is truly important in the process of residential design. - Author: Peter Zumthor - Title: Atmospheres - Publisher: Birkhäuser Thank you for viewing.