Chromatic Architecture: New Book Celebrates Color in Design

A new publication, 'Chromatic Architecture', co-authored by Adam Nathaniel Furman and Kate Mazade, is set to be released by RIBA Publishing in September 2026. The book argues that color is one of the most significant and expressive elements in building design, yet it is often neglected in architectural education and practice. Through a global survey of rich architectural examples spanning different time periods, the authors demonstrate the vital agency of color. The book features concise texts and a kaleidoscope of images, aiming to demystify color and communicate its power as a design tool. It highlights how color plays a crucial role in embodying cultural and material identity, and how it elevates those who encounter it. The cover of the book is shown on the ArchDaily website, which published the announcement on September 7, 2026. The book is intended for architects, students, and anyone interested in the sensory and fascinating world that color can create in spatial design.