Gestalten

Building for Change: The Architecture of Creative Reuse

$75.00

Gestalten, a Berlin-based publisher founded in 1995, creates visually compelling books on art, design, and culture. Known for striking imagery and rich storytelling, Gestalten promotes creativity while prioritizing sustainability. Using FSC-certified paper and European suppliers, they plant a tree for each book sold online, merging aesthetics with environmental consciousness.

Building for Change presents how architects are creatively repurposing existing structures to address climate challenges.

Featuring modular, reusable designs and waste-based materials, this collection showcases projects that redefine urban spaces sustainably, turning adaptive reuse into a pathway for a resilient future.

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Designer / Maker info

Gestalten, a Berlin-based publishing house founded in 1995 by Robert Klanten, is celebrated for its visually compelling books spanning art, culture, architecture, and design. Initially focusing on graphic design and typography, the company quickly expanded its catalog to include interior design, fashion, travel, and sustainability. Gestalten’s approach blends striking imagery with thoughtful narratives, engaging readers on both aesthetic and intellectual levels. Their books inspire a global audience of designers, artists, and creatives, offering a rich interplay of form and content.

Committed to sustainability, Gestalten has taken steps to minimize the environmental impact of book production. It uses FSC-certified paper, ensuring responsible forest management while protecting biodiversity and local communities. All books are produced exclusively in Europe to reduce transportation emissions and maintain ethical working conditions. Gestalten also supports reforestation projects, aligning with their commitment to restoring ecosystems. Additionally, the brand adheres to California Proposition 65 regulations, produces small print runs to minimize waste, and designs formats to optimize paper use.

The name “Gestalten” means “to shape” or “to create,” encapsulating the brand’s mission of crafting visually engaging, thoughtfully made books. Gestalten’s dedication to design innovation and sustainability makes it a standout in publishing.

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