Architecture - History - General

May be the best book on Wright ever written, with the exception of the master's own incomparable autobiography. -- New York Times Book ReviewDespite the vast literature about Frank Lloyd Wright, noted Wright scholar Donald Hoffmann contends that observations about Wright commonly fail to...

178 stunning color and b/w photos present mid-century modern architecture clustered, perhaps in its highest concentration, in Palm Springs, California. The desert environment and Hollywood stars inspired architects of the day to creative heights, including Donald Wexler, E. Stewart Williams, William Krisel, Albert Frey,...

This book is the indispensable guide to the history of architecture in Venice, encompassing the city's fascinating variety of buildings from ancient times to the present day. Completely updated and filled with splendid new illustrations, this edition invites all visitors to Venice, armchair travelers,...

The lively styles of the period are still highly sought after by house buyers and homeowners today. This is the perfect book for those who want to learn more about the artistic influences of these years. Illustrated in full color throughout.Author: Trevor YorkeISBN-10: 1846742471ISBN-13:...

Professional architects first began to arrive in California in the 1880s. These architects wanted to practice their profession but were unknown entities, so they stood little chance against the established architectural firms in the major cities of Chicago and New York. Instead of wrestling...

Chakshudana or rituals of opening the eyes are practiced across multiple South Asian communities by artists, sculptors, and priests. The ritual offers gods access to the mortal world. This practice, applied to the study of material and visual culture, offers a distinctive perspective to...

A singular architectural landmark bridging western Europe and the American South How did the Belgian Friendship Building, originally constructed for the 1939 New York World's Fair--and one of only a few surviving buildings from that celebrated exhibition--end up on the campus of an HBCU...

PREFACEINTRODUCTION: ESSENCE AND INHERITANCE: TRADITIONAL CHINESE THOUGHTS ON URBAN DESIGNPART ONE: INTRODUCTION AND SYMBIOSIS: SEVEN STAGES AND THREE CONTROVERSIES1. Infiltration of Early Western Design Ideas (Prelude before 1949)2. Soviet Model, Urban Planning and Design (1949-1950s)3. Dilemmas Under Political Movements (late 1950s-1970s)4. Introduction and Exploration...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: AnonISBN-10: 1447410165ISBN-13: 9781447410164Publisher: Law. PressLanguage:...

Originally published London, 1924. Contents Include: The Serenade at Caserta "Les Indes Galantes" The King and the Nightingale Biography etc. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books...

A leader in the fields of both regional architectural history and historic preservation, Catherine Bishir has collected essays covering three decades into one volume. Just as the subjects of her studies are at once regional and national, the essays included here seek to think...

In this text, Ford offers an account of the relationship between urban architecture - especially vernacular architecture - and the spatial arrangement and development of cities in North America. From office towers in the central business district to commercial strips in the edge city,...

Each chapter of this volume provides a window into the vibrant world of Middle and Late Byzantium, offering new insights into the complexities of Byzantine ecclesiastical spaces. This illuminating exploration reaches beyond the traditional focus on churches solely as buildings, unveiling the complex tapestry...

This book seeks to revise and revive architectural theory through psychoanalysis as well as to apply psychoanalytic theory to architecture. Its authors argue for Lacan's central importance for a comprehensive theory of building and suggest how architectural theory might offer new resources for psychoanalytic...

Timber framed buildings, whether they are medieval halls, barns, grand houses, or picturesque cottages, form one of the most delightful features of our historic towns and countryside. They catch our imagination as we admire the skill and craft of the carpenters who created them,...

Sir Banister Fletcher's A History of Architecture is the acknowledged classic work of architectural history reference. Since the first edition was published in 1896, it has been declared the 'Book of the Century' by the American Institute of Architects and it has become essential...

A tribute to Antonio Ja?n Morente, in recognition of his lifetime researching and studying Cordoba, his granddaughters Angela, Cristina and Magdalena Gorrell Ja?n undertook to translate, annotate and publish his history of Cordoba with a view to sharing his remarkable, detailed work with everyone,...

The fascinating history of German Jews who built a community just outside Jerusalem. In the 1920s, before the establishment of Israel, a group of German Jews settled in a garden city on the outskirts of Jerusalem. During World War II, their quiet community, nicknamed...

This groundbreaking work presents innovative designs for buildings and urban spaces, including residences, theatres, and public squares. It features detailed plans, elevations, and sections, as well as descriptive texts and design principles. With its emphasis on elegance, functionality, and harmony, this book remains a...

This beautifully-illustrated volume offers a comprehensive history of the Temple Newsam estate, a historic property located near Leeds, England. Featuring detailed information on the estate's architecture, landscape, and social history, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of British country...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Lavishly illustrated account of forty magnificent country houses, destroyed in the last century. The Lost Country Houses of Suffolk, well-researched and written and copiously illustrated, will help the reader to imagine the county's landscape refurnished with the many elegant mansions which are now sadly...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

The Colonial Architecture of Salem is a comprehensive book written by Frank Cousins that explores the rich history of the colonial architecture in Salem, Massachusetts. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the city's architecture....

What If...A Book of Alternative History: What if JFK had never visited Dallas on 22 November 1963? What if Germany had won the First World War? How would life be different in America if the Southern states had beaten the North? What would a...

Cote d'Azur Magic explores the French Riviera through its architecture and interiors. This book features a curated selection of distinctive spaces, ranging from Menton to Arles. Spanning from the 18th century to the present day, these projects reveal the architectural styles and interior designs...

Explore the art and science of house-building with this comprehensive study on architectural design and construction. Featuring stunning photography and detailed information on building materials and techniques, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of home construction.This...

This book features a selection of house designs submitted in a competition by architects that used Natco Tex-Tile materials. The book contains illustrations of the houses built of Natco Tex-Tile and provides an insight into the popular house designs of the period. This work...

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, founded in 1936, is one of the largest and most influential architecture firms in the world. SOM has long been known for innovation, experimentation, design excellence, and technical mastery, for an abiding interest in the contributions that buildings can make...

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, founded in 1936, is one of the largest and most influential architecture firms in the worldSOM has long been known for innovation, experimentation, design excellence, and technical mastery, for an abiding interest in the contributions that buildings can make to...

- Nine walks to discover the multiple aspects of architectural Art Nouveau in Brussels - Including maps, places to visit, information about guided tours and notes - From Victor Horta, in an organic style to Paul Hankar, in a more geometrical tendency (Re)discover Art...

This collection of papers, first delivered at the BAA's annual conference in 2002, celebrates medieval Rochester, including both cathedral and castle, an outstanding pair of surviving monuments to the power of contemporary church and state. The contributions demonstrate the great interest of these understudied...

Expanding his collected essays on architectural theory and criticism, Chris Abel pursues his explorations across disciplinary and regional boundaries in search of a deeper understanding of architecture in the evolution of human culture and identity formation. From his earliest writings predicting the computer-based revolution...

A Much Abused Simple Story. A Bible Story ... in History.346 pages, 48 illustrations, indexA systematic, and believable overview of Revelation. A synthesis of the message Revelation with whole Bible. It presents Bible prophecy as an overview of time and history.Mr Fain takes all...

To be a tourist in Libya during the period of Italian colonization was to experience a complex negotiation of cultures. Against a sturdy backdrop of indigenous culture and architecture, modern metropolitan culture brought its systems of transportation and accommodation, as well as new hierarchies...

The Southwyck Mall was the shopping hub in the South Toledo area during the 1980's and 90's. Kids visited Hobby Center Toys and Old Towne, families ate at Big Boy, Forum Cafe, Hot Sam's, and Orange Julius. Many others pumped quarters into games at...

This lavishly illustrated book traces the life and work of Hart Wood (1880-1957), from his beginnings in architectural offices in Denver and San Francisco to his arrival in Hawaii in 1919 as a partner of C. W. Dickey and eventual solo career in the...

Architecture truly is a continuum. So many of the structures we see on our streets stretch thematic roots back to the temples, monuments, and "places of ancient sanctity" of humanity's earliest sacred expressions, and, like an ancient church, the best of them still have...

Inverse Utopia befasst sich mit dem Städtebau aus Sicht der Moderne und der Postmoderne sowie der Transformation der Stadt durch ihre Kommerzialisierung. In seinem früheren Buch Ladders (1997) beschreibt der Autor das Auftauchen der Sackgasse als dafür typische urbane Erscheinungsform. In den Texten seines...

The Siege of Budapest by George Szele is a harrowing first-hand account of survival during one of World War II's most devastating urban battles. Told through the eyes of Gyuri, a sixteen-year-old Red Cross volunteer, this gripping narrative brings the reader into the heart...

In this illuminating work, John Ruskin explores the intricacies of Venetian architecture. His attention to detail and exhaustive analysis of the foundations of Venice's famous buildings provide readers with a unique perspective on the art and science of architecture. This book is a must-read...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Gate lodges are amongst the most attractive of all small buildings, full of architectural style to reflect the grand country houses whose entrances they guard. They are easy to spot, nearly all being sited alongside public roads, and they survive in surprisingly large numbers....

2017 Theatre Library Association Book Awards -- Nominated, Richard Wall Memorial Award2017 Heritage Toronto Book Award -- NominatedSlip once more into the back rows of the favourite movie theatres of your youth."Brought Back to Thrill You Again" was an advertisement employed by theatres to...

Hendrick Pannebecker: Surveyor Of Lands For The Penns, 1674-1754, Flomborn, Germantown And Skippack (1894) is a historical book written by Samuel Whitaker Pennypacker. The book tells the story of Hendrick Pannebecker, a surveyor who worked for the Penn family during the 17th and 18th...

Lambeth and Manning's 1913 work provides a unique perspective on Thomas Jefferson. Rather than concentrating on his political life, they instead investigate his intellectual pursuits as an architect and designer of landscapes.Author: William Lambeth, Warren ManningISBN-10: 1429014016ISBN-13: 9781429014014Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/30/2009Pages: 188Format:...