Culture of Building offers an in-depth look at the architectural firm John McAslan & Partners around their 20-year mark (book published in 2004). It explores their philosophy and approach to design, especially how they balance innovation with respect for historical context. The book presents a wide variety of projects—new builds, restorations, museums, educational buildings, international commissions—and shows how the firm’s designs are shaped by place, heritage, materiality, and social purpose. It underscores how McAslan integrates history and modern needs to produce architecture that is both functional and culturally resonant.