Blindly copying a shopping center design or concept and transplanting it to another country can be a recipe for disaster. Yet, there are ideas and concepts that can and should be used anywhere.

In this magnificent book Ronald A. Altoon seeks to isolate and show visually those architectural details that are truly universal, that define the successful shopping center in any country, in any culture, in any locale. Through 250 color photographs and augmented by commentary, Mr. Altoon demonstrates the essentials that apply universally. He does so in language that any architect, designer or contractor can understand and implement.

Some of the areas covered are: entrances, handrails, stairs, escalators, elevators, balconies, skylights, kiosks, landscaping, fountains, lighting, graphics, signage and much more. Whether the shopping center is located in Atlanta, Georgia; Hamilton, Ontario; Mexico City; Melbourne; or Dubai; the author tightly focuses on the details that make up the whole.

INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING CENTER ARCHITECTURE is a unique book. Much more than the sum of its parts, it becomes at once a trove of practical transcultural architectural concepts and a beautiful book to treasure in its own right.

CONTENTS:

Understanding the International Shopping Center Environment: The World Economy and Demographics. Center Development Around the World. Building a Foundation for Dialogue.
Details That Travel Well: Entrances. Paving. Handrails. Stairs. Escalators. Elevators. Balconies. Bridges. Skylights. Specialty Lighting. Decorative Lighting. Kiosks. Architectural Landscape. Landscape. Fountains. Amenities. Artwork. Signage. Environmental Graphics. Directories. Other Items.
Center concepts and Formats: Tenant Storefront and Signage Criteria. Storefronts. Parking. Outlet Centers/Factory Surplus. Anchors. Food Courts. Restaurants. Cinemas. Children's Play Areas. Interactive Entertainment. Social Use Areas. Relaxation Spaces. Promotional Areas.
Basic Requirements for All Centers: "Own, Don't Sell". "It Says So in the Lease". "Competition is Good". Percentage/Overage Rents. Tentant Rotation. Changing the Law. Completed Buildings.
A Portfolio of Shopping Center Projects: United States. Canada. Puerto Rico. Mexico. Argentina. Chile. Uruguay. Austria. England. The Netherlands. Singapore. Japan. Indonesia. Australia. Sultanate of Oman. United Arab Emirates.
Conclusion.

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