San Antonio ArchitectureTraditions and Visions

With a history more than 290 years old, San Antonio boasts a diverse, eclectic, and important architectural inventory. From the Spanish Missions of the 17th century to invigorating adaptation and restoration of historic buildings alongside landmark new construction, there is a wide array of culturally significant assets reflecting Anglo and Hispanic traditions, alongside regional variations of …

Design BrooklynRenovation, Restoration, Innovation, Industry

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9781613125427

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American Architecture and Urbanism

A classic book authored by the foremost architectural historian in America, this fully illustrated history of American architecture and city planning is based on Vincent Scully's conviction that architecture and city planning are inseparably linked and must therefore be treated together. He defines architecture as a continuing dialogue between generations which creates an environment across tim…

Luminous InteriorsThe Houses of Brian McCarthy

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9781613125656

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The Earth, the Temple, and the GodsGreek Sacred Architecture

When 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, for it offers an inspired and arresting insight into nature and function of Greek sacred architecture. Vincen…

Be in a TreehouseDesign / Construction / Inspiration

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9781613125939

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1 online resource (224 pages)

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Writing ArchitectureA Practical Guide to Clear Communication about the Built …

Writing Architecture considers the process, methods, and value of architecture writing based on Wisemans 30 years of experience in writing, editing, and teaching young architects how to write. This book creatively tackles a problematic issue that Wiseman considers crucial to successful architecture writing: clarity of thinking and expression. He argues that because we live our lives within the …

House Beautiful Style SecretsWhat Every Room Needs

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9781683351276

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What is Architectural History?

What is Architectural History? considers the questions and problems posed by architectural historians since the rise of the discipline in the late nineteenth century. How do historians of architecture organise past time and relate it to the present? How does historical evidence translate into historical narrative? Should architectural history be useful for practicing architects? If so, how? Lea…

City Farmhouse StyleDesigns for a Modern Country Life

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9781683351054

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