A partir de 1930, por casi cincuenta años, el trabajo científico de Sergio Bettini se ha desarrollado con admirable coherencia en un arco de tiempo que transcurre desde la tarda normalidad hasta nuestros contemporáneos, profundizando especialmente en la cultura bizantina. Construyó una nueva perspectiva histórica de la cultura figurativa, demoliento las posiciones que contraponían un Orie…
El presente libro pretende dar a conocer el legado de los Arquitectos italianos en la Ciudad de Buenos Aires. La propuesta es un texto de divulgación del patrimonio arquitectónico en clave poética.Es un recorrido por algunos barrios de Buenos Aires con una invitación a recorrerlos y descubrir los estilemas itálicos
The Churches of Mexico, 1530-1810 presents an in-depth exploration of the architectural evolution in Mexico following the Spanish Conquest, charting a remarkable transformation from indigenous aesthetics to a unique mestizo style that interweaves European and native influences. This scholarly volume traces the impact of colonial rule on Mexican architecture, from early convents to elaborate chu…
Architecture in Northern Ghana: A Study of Forms and Functions by Labelle Prussin offers a pioneering exploration into the relationship between architecture, culture, and the environment in Northern Ghana. This comprehensive study examines the village patterns and household architecture of six tribes, delving into how their designs reflect the social structures, environmental influences, and cu…
This title was originally published in 1958. This title was originally published in 1958.
This title was originally published in 1996. This title was originally published in 1996.
This title was originally published in 1954. This title was originally published in 1954.
The Barns of the Abbey of Beaulieu at Its Granges: Great Coxwell, Beaulieu-St. Leonards by Walter Horn and Ernest Born is a comprehensive architectural study that delves into the extraordinary timber structures of medieval England. Focusing on two of the most significant barns—Great Coxwell and Beaulieu-St. Leonard's—the book explores not only their architectural significance but also the b…
This title was originally published in 1976. This title was originally published in 1976.
Development of the Playhouse: A Survey of Theatre Architecture from the Renaissance to the Present fills a significant gap in English-language studies by offering a comprehensive history of Western theater architecture from its roots to modern adaptations. While past studies have often highlighted classical Greek and Roman theaters, this volume addresses the evolution of playhouse forms across …