In the last three decades, Auer + Weber + Assoziierte have devised structures ranging from cultural and research institutions to hotels, residences and larger urban designs--each based on differing conceptions such as sculptural volumetric bodies or structurally open environments. Their ESO hotel in Chile has become particularly celebrated since it was featured in the final scene of the James Bond film Quantum of Solace.

ASTOC architects and planners from Cologne have expertise in both fields of urban design and architecture. The practice's urban design projects benefit from architectural experience in designing and realising buildings as do its building designs from urban know-how. ASTOC's unique working methods are informed by a combination of professional practice, research and teaching. This book provides a first-time comprehensive overview of the ASTOC practice's projects at home and abroad.