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2014 Reprint of 1947 Edition. Full facsimile of the original
edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Louis
Henry Sullivan was one of the foremost American architects, and has
been called the "father of skyscrapers" and "father of modernism."
He is considered by many as the creator of the modern skyscraper,
was an influential architect and critic of the Chicago School, was
a mentor to Frank Lloyd Wright, and an inspiration to the Chicago
group of architects who have come to be known as the Prairie
School. Along with Henry Hobson Richardson and Wright, Sullivan is
one of "the recognized trinity of American architecture." This
collection of his writings includes other essays in additional to
the book length "Kindergarten Chats." The are: Characteristics and
Tendencies of American Architecture What is the Just Subordination,
in Architectural Design, of Details to Mass? Ornament in
Architecture Emotional Architecture as Compared to Intellectual The
Tall Office Building Artistically Considered The Young Man in
Architecture Education What is Architecture: A Study in the
American People of Today
2014 Reprint of 1926 Edition. Full facsimile of the original
edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. "The
Autobiography of an Idea" is an account of Sullivan's career and
his architectural theories. Sullivan was a spokesman for the reform
of architecture, an opponent of historical eclecticism, and did
much to remake the image of the architect as a creative
personality. His own designs are characterized by richness of
ornament. His importance lies in his writings as well as in his
architectural achievements. These writings, which are subjective
and metaphorical, suggest directions for architecture, rather than
explicit doctrines or programs. Sullivan himself warned of the
danger of mechanical theories of art.
Boston has evolved with more of a charge than a crawl in the past
forty years. And the larger society has not lagged either in terms
of cultural and technological changes. Through more than 230 images
of Boston, Things Change explores some of these changes and
spotlights ideas and products that might impact the next forty
years. Gerald Reilly s 35mm black and white photographs from the
1970s contrast informatively with his daughter Alanna s digital
iPhone images of Boston today.
Using contemporary color photographs, Survivors treats the reader
to a statewide tour of Missouri's remaining 19th century county
courthouses. Some are grandiose, others are modest, but all deserve
the spotlight after more than 100 years of service. Packed with
interesting historical facts and human interest tidbits, Survivors
pays tribute to these important community assets. This is the 2011
second edition and contains updates from the original book
published in the year 2000.
Architect, scholar, and civil leader, Samuel Wilson, Jr. was the
founding president of the Louisiana Landmarks Society, which
advocates historic preservation in New Orleans. A complement to
Learning From Samuel Wilson, Jr., this second volume offers new
information on historic preservation. The collection of interviews
between Abbye A. Gorin and the renowned architect offers an
intimate glimpse of what was involved in carrying out projects and
executing research. Through candid conversations, the book exposes
the complexities of architecture and the intricate steps involved
in a restoration project. In addition to documenting Wilson's
career, Conversations puts his contributions to American
architecture into context. Period illustrations of such
establishments as Banque de la Louisiane, the Hermann-Grima House,
and the Beauregard House are interspersed throughout the text. The
book also includes general information about the modern
preservation movement and a list of suggested references.
Eckhard Gerber is one of the most renowned contemporary architects.
Over a number of decades he has created a wide range of public and
private buildings that meet the highest architectural standards,
despite their simplicity. Spectacular major projects in Europe,
Asia, and Arabic countries have consolidated Gerber's reputation as
an architect with international acclaim. Many of his works have
been awarded architecture prizes. This monograph encompasses
outstanding buildings from all his creative phases and illuminates
their relevance in terms of history and architectural theory.
Projects not yet built and a complete index of works round off the
comprehensive monograph, edited by the architecture historian Frank
R. Werner.
THIS BOOK CONTAINS THE RESULTS OF TWO INDEPENDENT ARCHAEOLOGICAL
STUDIES CONDUCTED IN THE HEART OF GLASTONBURY TOWN CENTRE AT 11
HIGH STREET, NOW THE FOOTPRINT OF THE BUSY DOUBLE AWARD-WINNING
GAUNTLET SHOPPING THOROUGHFARE. The studies were commissioned by
the Developer and Landlord/owner Doug Hill between 2005-2007. They
were request ed as a pre-condition for planning by Somerset
CountyCouncil as it was considered imperative to document the
history of the site, the development of which offered a unique
opportunity prior to the commencement of the building works. This
is a Grade 2 listed building positioned in the centre of a
conservation area in the heart of Glastonbury (adjacent to the Tri
- bunal, a Grade 1 Listed building) and as such is considered to be
of great importance. The land at 11 High Street was stripped,
mapped and the artefacts logged. The broad spectrum of finds were
subsequently donated to the Somerset Museum, Taunton. THE
ARCHAEOLOGICAL ANALYSIS CONTAINED IN THIS BOOK IS COMPREHENSIVE.
BOTH REPORTS PRESENT DE TAILED, ACCURATELY ASSEMBLED, DOCUMENTED
RECORDS, WHICH I AM SURE YOU WILL FIND FASCINATING. See our
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2013 Reprint of 1945 Edition. Full facsimile of the original
edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Camillo
Sitte (1843-1903) was a noted Austrian architect, painter and
theoretician who exercised great influence on the development of
urban planning in Europe and the United States. The publication at
Vienna in May 1889 of "Der Stadtebau nach seinen kunstlerischen
Grundsatzen" ("The Art of Building Cities") began a new era in
Germanic city planning. Sitte strongly criticized the current
emphasis on broad, straight boulevards, public squares arranged
primarily for the convenience of traffic, and efforts to strip
major public or religious landmarks of adjoining smaller structures
regarded as encumbering such monuments of the past. Sitte proposed
instead to follow what he believed to be the design objectives of
those whose streets and buildings shaped medieval cities. He
advocated curving or irregular street alignments to provide
ever-changing vistas. He called for T-intersections to reduce the
number of possible conflicts among streams of moving traffic. He
pointed out the advantages of what came to be know as "turbine
squares"--civic spaces served by streets entering in such a way as
to resemble a pin-wheel in plan. His teachings became widely
accepted in Austria, Germany, and Scandinavia, and in less than a
decade his style of urban design came to be accepted as the norm in
those countries.
"The marvelous story of one of New York City's most unique
buildings
"Critics hated it. The public feared it would fall over. Passersby
were knocked down by the winds. But even before it was completed,
the Flatiron Building had become an unforgettable part of New York
City.
Alice Sparberg Alexiou chronicles not just the story of the
building, but the heady times in which it was built. It was the
dawn of the twentieth century, a time when Madison Square Park
shifted from a promenade for rich women to one for gay prostitutes;
when photography became an art; motion pictures came into
existence; the booming economy suffered increasing depressions;
jazz came to the forefront of popular music--and all within steps
of one of the city's best-known and best-loved buildings.
American forces, commanded by Maj. Gen. Andrew Jackson, defeated
the British Army in Louisiana during the last major battle of the
War of 1812. Not only did this victory save New Orleans from
British conquest, but it also made the Mississippi an American
river, opened the way for westward expansion, and increased the
nation's prestige. Twenty-four years after the Battle of New
Orleans, the Young Men's Jackson Committee formed in an effort to
create a memorial commemorating the battle's heroes. Beginning with
an overview of the Battle of New Orleans, this book details the
history of the Chalmette Monument. Firsthand accounts and excerpts
from the Times-Picayune chronicle the process, from its conception
in 1839 through its completion in 1908. The study also includes
period photographs of the monument and portraits of such historical
figures as Gen. Andrew Jackson; Abdiel Daily Crossman, a chairman
of the Jackson Monument Association and three-time mayor of New
Orleans; along with Newton Richards, the designer of the original
monument.
This exploration of the innovative interior design of coworking
spaces offers a unique look at a workplace revolution that's
sweeping the globe. Coworking is redefining the way we work. Around
the world, people are collaborating to create a new kind of economy
that supports community and innovation while preserving valuable
resources. This illustrated survey of spaces dedicated to coworking
features 30 of the most impressive office spaces around the world.
Google Campus in London, The HUB's global network of sites, and
more off-the-radar examples such as Makeshift Society in San
Francisco are just a few of the spaces profiled. Each is
illustrated via a range of wide-angle and close-up photographs,
offering readers page after page of inspiring ideas--from a
repurposed shipping container to a beautiful cushion made from a
vintage silk scarf. Whether you're daydreaming from a 14th-floor
cubicle or looking for ideas on how to launch your own start-up,
this unique book will stir your imagination as it offers endless
possibilities for coworking.
The introduction to this 7th volume focuses on the broader theme of
public space. How do you bring together habitat, mobility, social
interactions, amenities/services and culture? How do you rethink
urban mobility consistent with current technological, ecological
and digital issues? What place does the citizen have in the public
space, as a place to meet, a place where links are made and a clear
driving force for the quality of life? What examples are there to
follow and what solutions to offer? With participation of the
Bouwmeesters, who have set out their vision for us in Belgium, and
of the Citilinks architects, for an international perspective -
from New York to Shanghai, this is a must read reference book on
the greatest achievements in contemporary architecture of recent
years. From offices and shops, housing, public spaces, to cultural
& educational sites, there are over 60 recently completed
structures by Belgian and foreign architects to be discovered in
this latest volume. Text in English, French and Dutch.
Store Design will show you how to design great retail spaces. Learn
how to analyze your design needs according to type of store,
location, the product, price-point, and budget. Find out how to
design and organize a store that reinforces a desired image,
attracts shoppers and motivates buying behavior. Create flexible,
timeless and tasteful stores that stimulate today's sophisticated
customers to enter the store, shop and buy. The book identifies the
main components of store design and segments them into either/or
axiomatic subsets, which are the core of the design process. You
can use these design principles to build a store design that
responds to every concern of the retailer - the right store image,
a sensible floor plan, totally effective product presentation,
arresting storefront design, and vibrant, energy-efficient
lighting. When you are done, you will have the confidence to know
that your store design will work functionally, aesthetically, and
psychologically. You will be able to create the right store for
every product, every location, and every retailer, because you will
have sound design principles on which to base every decision.
Loaded with numerous photos and illustrations, Store Design spells
it all out in five major chapters. In addition, there is a useful
glossary of retail architecture terms, and a step-by-step checklist
to take you through the design process. Store Design is a guided
tour through the entire design process for a retail store. If you
are already a retail design maven, this book will serve you well,
providing a structure for design and reinforcing your skills and
experience, and it will be a knowledge base for your staff so they
too can design retail spaces. If you are a novice to the world of
retail, you will gain the equivalent of years of experience simply
by reading and adopting its ideas. Store Design is a Complete Guide
to Designing Successful Retail Stores. Includes 42 photos &
illustrations plus design checklist.
The school environment affects pupils' and teachers' health, work
and emotions. The good design of school buildings makes these
places pleasanter and more functional; and increases the quality of
the considerable amount of time users spend there. A fundamental
challenge of school design is to identify and accommodate the
diverse needs of different users. This book explores ways in which
school users can participate and their views about school
environments can be gathered. It also identifies, clarifies and
compares aspects of school design that concern teachers and pupils.
This book suggests a 'generative tool' for school design to guide
the design and decision-making processes of architects and
designers. Finally, it suggests an emerged 'evaluative tool for
designers': able to assess the quality of an existing school or a
new one at various stages of design in order to discover the extent
to which the school is fulfilling users' expectations. This book is
an essential reading for architects, designers, educators,
policy-makers, and those involved in childhood studies.
Spatial planning refers to the methods used by the public sector to
influence the distribution of people and activities in spaces of
various scales. In this book, the authors present topical research
in the study of the strategies, developments and management of
spatial planning. Topics discussed include planning the coastal
zone; land management and its implication for spatial development;
resource management on near shore ecosystems in South-west Puerto
Rico; coastal zone management in the Brazilian Amazon and marine
spatial planning.
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