Star architects from Frank Gehry to Herzog & de Meuron have shaken up the formerly staid world of museum architecture, bringing more than a hint of bravura to new buildings or extensions.

For nearly half a century von Gerkan, Marg and Partners has been designing and constructing buildings around the world - houses, hotels, museums, concert halls, office buildings, hospitals, research and educational facilities, and stadiums.

The drama of building Cape Town Stadium came with it's fair share of good intentions, back room lobbying, public arm wrestling, heavy negotiation and finally, compromise.

Detail in Contemporary Kitchen Design features over 30 kitchen designs from around the world, each created by a notable architect for a specific residence.

By Virginia McLeod

Provides analysis of both the technical and the aesthetic importance of details in the development of contemporary residential architecture.