Åvontuura publishes architecturally-focused city guides. They are beautifully-mapped, with wonderful illustrations of the various architectural landmarks you can visit, information about the buildings, QR codes linking to more data. The maps are attractive and detail focused. Titles blend contemporary, modern, and historic works of architecture that go beyond your traditional guidebook and offer you a curated and up-to-date set of buildings that define the architectural character and legacy of a city. They’re up to 50 guides and still expanding.
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The best of the West Coast awaits with this expertly curated architecture guide.
This two-sided folding map features over 70 illustrated building icons, ranging from historic Vancouver landmarks like the Fairmont Hotel, modern masterpieces like the Law Courts and Robson Square by Arthur Erickson and Cornelia Oberlander, to contemporary projects by leading architects like Kengo Kuma, Bjarke Ingles, Norman Foster, Patkau, Bing Thom, and many more—perfect for travelers, culture lovers, and urban explorers alike.
A QR code on the back of the guide gives you access to a digital pin map with precise building locations and directions in Google Maps.”







