The changing epochs of German history as reflected in the evolution of architectural culture are the themes of the book by Werner Durth and Paul Sigel. Over a century up to the present, the authors examine milestones and trends in architecture and urban planning from an expanded perspective: from the growth and transformation of cities to housing forms, life concepts, and ideals for a supposedly better future, discourses and controversies, positions and projects for shaping the spatial environment are vividly depicted. Against the backdrop of changing value orientations and quality standards in architectural culture, the themes, places, and forms of national self-representation are of particular interest. The design of the capital, participation in world exhibitions, and projects of international architectural exhibitions form central areas of focus, in which the authors explore movements and.