Architecture
Discover the best architecture books, including top picks on architecture design and essential reads .
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The Swiss Chalet BookAn unabridged, digitally enlarged edition of the of the 1913 classic by William DanaAuthor: William S. B. DanaPublisher: Watchmaker PublishingPublished: 03/23/2009Pages: 152Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.33dISBN: 9781603861885This title is not returnable
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Making Massive Small Change: Ideas, Tools, Tactics: Building the Urban Society We WantBookbuilders of Boston Winner -- Professional, Illustrated Category The key to fixing our broken patterns of urban development does not lie in grand plans or giant projects; rather, it lies in the collective wisdom and energy of people harnessing the power of many small...
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The Shaping of Us: How Everyday Spaces Structure Our Lives, Behavior, and Well-BeingThe spaces we inhabit- from homes and workspaces to city streets--mediate community, creativity, and our very identity. Using insights from environmental psychology, design, and architecture, The Shaping of Us shows how the built and natural worlds subtly influence our behavior, health, and personality. Exploring...
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The Earth, the Temple, and the Gods: Greek Sacred ArchitectureWhen The Earth, the Temple, and the Gods first appeared in 1962, it was hailed by the critics for it erudition, historical imagination and boldness. Subsequently, this comprehensive study of Greek temples and site-planning has been widely accepted as a landmark of architectural history,...
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Louis Kahn: Architecture as PhilosophyFor everyone interested in the enduring appeal of Louis Kahn, this book demonstrates that a close look at how Kahn put his buildings together will reveal a deeply felt philosophy. Louis I. Kahn is one of the most influential and poetic architects of the...
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City Green: Public Gardens of New YorkGardens are an integral part of any cityscape, and New York City boasts a wealth of outdoor spaces that enhance the urban environment and provide visual pleasure to residents and visitors. City Green celebrates the richness and diversity of New York's public gardens.While the...
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Improvisations on the Land: Houses of Fernau + HartmanThe first monograph of the California firm whose regional sensibility and early attention to sustainable design anticipated the prevalent trends in residential architecture today.A generous look at the San Francisco Bay Area architects' pioneering approach to sustainable houses, ranging from the vineyard regions of...
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The House Tells the Story: Homes of the American Presidents"An utter delight...it opens windows into the history of this country by showing how some of this country's makers and shapers lived."--Wall Street Journal.From Teddy Roosevelt's estate, Sagamore Hill, on Long Island to Harry Truman's humble home in Independence, Missouri, here are the homes--inside...
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Great Lodges of the National Parks, Volume TwoThe official companion book to the popular PBS television series, Great Lodges, and the second volume in Christine Barnes's popular series, Great Lodges of the National Parks, Volume Two, will leave a lasting impression on any reader. Blending stunning nature, unique buildings, and fascinating...
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Ming Cho Lee: A Life in DesignWinner of the 2014 George Freedley Memorial award. A gorgeous volume that] celebrates the legacy of Lee. - Time Out New York Whether working in theater, opera or dance, Ming Cho Lee has made an incalculable contribution to the performing arts in America. This...
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Dot-to-Dot Landmarks for Adults: Puzzles from 171 to 889 dotsRelieve your stress with dot to dot books for adults This extreme dot to dot landmark book will help you unwind at the end of the day. You'll never get bored with the wide range of landmarks included in this book. Guess what the...
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The Ancestor: A Journey In Time Reveals A Family MysteryA Journey in Time Reveals a Family Mystery When Daniel, a successful writer, tries to escape his midlife crisis and the current stress of a high-tech pace, he's suddenly thrust into the cradle of the Civil War. In this journey in time he discovers...
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Hudson River State HospitalFor 141 years, Hudson River State Hospital was home to tens of thousands of individuals suffering from mental illness. The facility grew from a 208-acre parcel in 1871 with seven patients to 752 acres with five dozen separate buildings containing nearly 6,000 patients in...
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Art Deco TulsaTransformed from a cattle depot into the Oil Capital of the World, Tulsa emerged as an iconic Jazz Age metropolis. The Magic City attracted some of the nation's most talented architects, including Bruce Goff, Francis Barry Byrne, Frank Lloyd Wright, Joseph R. Koberling Jr.,...
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Historic Whitefish Bay: A Celebration of Architecture and CharacterIncorporated in 1892, Whitefish Bay is a pleasant, verdant village that is home to more than fourteen thousand people. More than half of its five thousand houses and other structures have been deemed historic or architecturally important. Even casual passersby can attest to the...
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Historic Plantations of Alabama's Black BeltOnce the center of agricultural prosperity in Alabama, the rich soil of the Black Belt still features beautiful homes that stand as a testimony to the region s proud heritage. Join author Jennifer Hale as she explores the history of seventeen of the finest...
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Lost Butte, MontanaFrom the stately Queen Anne mansions of the West Side to the hastily constructed shanties of Cabbage Patch, Lost Butte, Montana traces the city s history through its architectural heritage. This book includes such highlights as the Grand Opera House, once graced by entertainers...
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The Dwelling Houses of Charleston, South Carolina (Collector's)Author: Alice R. Huger Smith, D. E. Huger SmithPublisher: History Press Library EditionsPublished: 08/15/2007Pages: 258Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 1.47lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.63dISBN: 9781540204691This title is not returnable
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Historic Homes of Northeast TennesseeThe communities of northeast Tennessee are among the oldest settlements west of the Appalachian Mountains and the original 13 colonies. The cities of Bristol, Johnson City, and Kingsport and surrounding towns of Elizabethton, Erwin, Greeneville, Jonesborough, Mountain City, and Rogersville are home to some...
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Schuylkill CanalIn 1825, the Schuylkill Navigation Company completed a waterway of 108 miles, linking Port Carbon to Philadelphia. The waterway, known as the Schuylkill Navigation but commonly referred to today as the Schuylkill Canal, consisted of a system of interconnected canals (often called reaches), locks,...
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