The Ephemeral Architecture of Burning Man

Long-time Burner Philippe Glade has completed his new book “Black Rock City, NV: The Ephemeral Architecture of Burning Man“. This photographic encyclopedia contains 196 examples of the various forms of rugged, functional and temporary desert architecture to be found at Burning Man.  Philippe has painstakingly documented these structures over the course of 14 years, from 1996 to 2010.  Even if you’re not (but especially if you are) into architecture porn, this book will make a great addition to your Burning Man library.

Visit his blog at This is Black Rock City.

About the author: Will Chase

Will Chase

Will Chase is Burning Man's former Minister of Propaganda, working on global communications strategy. He was the editor-in-chief for the Jackrabbit Speaks newsletter and the Burning Man Journal, and content manager for Burning Man’s web properties. He also oversaw the ePlaya BBS and Burning Man’s social media presence. Will first attended Burning Man in 2001. He volunteered as the Operations Manager for the ARTery (Black Rock City’s art HQ) and was on the Burning Man Art Council from 2003-2008. He was Web Team Project Manager and Webmaster from 2004 until he transitioned to the Communications Department in 2009.

12 Comments on “The Ephemeral Architecture of Burning Man

  • Mark says:

    Beautiful work! Just supported the artist via a Christmas present to an architect relative..

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  • Frank Nuccio says:

    I just bought one too, can’t wait to crack it open!!!

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  • Just put it at the top of my Xmas wish list…

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  • Wonderful design.!! Continue posting nice article because this article is very helpful for me and also to others..!
    Thank you so much and God bless.

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  • siouxzen says:

    so annoying that he would take the time to write and publish a book , but not go and check to make the proper credit is given.

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  • Brooke L says:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVLqG5DIsPg
    Brooke L.
    Fausto is a great father and man.
    He truly is.
    Brooke

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  • Alex in NY says:

    Love Glade’s Book!
    Way to go Philippe!

    As far as all the other stuff goes, I have seen that video. I only wish for that couple and the kid to be happy! They looked happy and they should be.
    Alex

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  • Burning Man Builder says:

    I was going to post a good blog review about the book, but man… this is an interesting blog.

    My brother and I bought The Ephemeral Architecture of Burning Man book. And it is giving us idea what to do this year.

    Sure what I have been reading is a totally different subject.
    I hope the management of Burning Man will do something about this.
    But I have to say that in the last couple of years we are getting people attending with different value than what it was before. Burning Man is not a commercial place. Or it was not. I guess that’s how it goes.

    I like the book. I recommend it.

    JE

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  • Frank NY says:

    I wonder why Burning Man management let someone to get away with murder in selling prints and books when they explicitly say they monitor all photographers’ material printed and digital.
    The guy “humanlightsuit” (no name mentioned) just thrown out of the Venice Art walk for illegal and strange activities, sells stuff for which Burn Man has all the rights.
    And yet this happens.
    It defeats the whole sense of Burning Man.
    Frank

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  • James says:

    Interesting blog!
    Interesting to know about the book and intriguing to know about the photographer.
    IS this how the organization works?
    Anyway, I want to see Glade’s book! I will check into it.
    James

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  • ArchitectReno says:

    I wish everybody would shut up and enjoy the Glade’s work!
    All the rest, it’s an issue for the officials at Burning Man.
    I have seen things around too for this guy. But non of my business and to be so mean, not worth be.
    Again: Burning Man Organization should do what’s right and find the truth and the evidences.
    Two thumbs up for Glade.
    Two thumbs for whoever does illegal things at the expenses of the Organization.
    John

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  • Warta Ponsel says:

    I have seen things around too for this guy. But non of my business and to be so mean, not worth be.
    Again:

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