Marco Zanta was born in 1962. He now lives and works as a photographer in Treviso, specialising in architecture. He has already published two major books on urban and industrial landscapes, and in this new volume presents photographs of contemporary architecture in such cities as Manchester, Bilbao and Rotterdam. His large format colour photographs examine the place and the role of these new architectural forms in the urban space and explore the effects achieved by the materials used in their construction. Anyone with an interest in modern Europe or photography will be captivated by his original and intriguing take on some of the continent's most breathtaking new architecture.

Author Biography

Giovanna Calvenzi is one of the most prominent figures in European photography today. Currently the Director of Photography for Sportsweek, she has also been the photo-editor at several magazines, notably Amica and Vanity Fair. She has also curated many exhibitions and has sat on several juries, including the World Press Photo award.