A lively architectural scene with international flair, embracing local, Swiss, European, US American and Japanese practices, supported by private and public clients willing to cross borders for the sake of fine architecture - the new expanded edition of the "Architectural Guide Basel" presents 108 projects built between 1980 and 2004 in the trinational region which has established a reputation as one of the most important centres for contemporary architecture in Europe. Some 16 new projects, each with a doublespread presentation, have been integrated into this new edition. Grouped according to district in 13 chapters with 13 easy-to-read maps, including thoroughly updated addresses and public transport information, this is the ideal guide for any architectural excursion.