Architecture

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Travels in Southern Europe and the Levant, 1810-1817

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Report copyright infringementby C. R. (Charles Robert) Cockerell (Author), Samuel Pepys Cockerell (Author)Embark on a captivating journey through the early 19th century with "Travels in Southern Europe and the Levant, 1810-1817: The Journal of C. R. Cockerell, R.A." This meticulously prepared edition offers a rare glimpse into the travels and observations of renowned architect Charles Robert Cockerell. Explore the architectural wonders and archaeological sites of Greece and the Levant through...

The Art of Home Furnishing and Decoration

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Report copyright infringementby Frank Alvah Parsons (Author), Kathleen Clinch Calkins (Author), Armstrong Cork Company (Author)Discover timeless principles of interior design and home decor with Frank Alvah Parsons' "The Art of Home Furnishing and Decoration." A classic guide meticulously reproduced for today's readers, this book explores the fundamental elements of creating beautiful and functional living spaces. From selecting furniture and understanding spatial arrangements to choosing the...

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Report copyright infringementby Floyd Rowe Watson (Author)Explore the science of sound and space with "Acoustics of Auditoriums," a foundational work by F. R. Watson, originally published in 1914 as part of the University of Illinois Bulletin. This meticulously reprinted edition delves into the principles of architectural acoustics, offering insights into auditorium design, reverberation, and soundproofing techniques. A valuable resource for anyone interested in architecture, interior design,...

From Schola to Cathedral: A Study of Early Christian Architecture and Its Relation to the Life of the Church

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Report copyright infringementby Gerard Baldwin Brown (Author)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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the ...

The Art of Decorating Dry Goods Windows and Interiors

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Report copyright infringementby L. Frank Baum (Author)Discover the secrets to captivating retail displays with L. Frank Baum's "The Art of Decorating Dry Goods Windows and Interiors." This comprehensive manual, a treasure trove for anyone interested in visual merchandising and interior design, offers a complete education in the art of window trimming. Originally published at the turn of the century, this timeless guide delves into the best accepted methods for attracting customers and maximiz...

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Report copyright infringementby Kevin Holdridge (Author) Number of Pages: 238 Dimensions: 0.5 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 07, 2025

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Report copyright infringementby Candace Wheeler (Author)"How to Make Rugs" offers a timeless guide to the art of rug making, needlework, and carpet weaving. Authored by Candace Wheeler, this meticulously prepared edition explores the fundamentals of textile arts and their application to home decorating. Dive into the techniques and principles behind crafting beautiful and functional rugs, from basic stitches to more advanced carpet weaving methods. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just be...

Architecture and the Mimetic Self: A Psychoanalytic Study of How Buildings Make and Break Our Lives

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Report copyright infringementby Lucy Huskinson (Author)Buildings shape our identity and sense of self in profound ways that are not always evident to architects and town planners, or even to those who think they are intimately familiar with the buildings they inhabit. Architecture and the Mimetic Self provides a useful theoretical guide to our unconscious behaviour in relation to buildings, and explains both how and why we are drawn to specific elements and features of architectural design. I...

Rural County, Urban Borough: A History of Queens

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Report copyright infringementby Jeffrey A. Kroessler (Author)Once wetlands, Queens today is a crowded cityscape of dense urban neighborhoods and suburban sprawl. The largest of New York City's five boroughs by area, it has a larger population than every American city except Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York City itself. It possesses the most culturally, ethnically, linguistically, and religiously diverse population in the United States and possibly the world. This is the story of Queens, "th...

Golf Course Turf Management: Tools and Techniques

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Report copyright infringementby Danny H. Quast (Author), Wayne Otto (Author)Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Inspired by the author's long-running seminar "Golf Course Maintenance for the Club Manager," this reference offers a wealth of common sense, practical solutions and tips to golf course superintendents and other turf management profe...

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Report copyright infringementby Jonathan Bell (Author), Edmund Sumner (Author), Fernanda Canales (Prologue by)Mexico's domestic architecture scene is on the rise, characterized by innovative homes that play with texture through the use of concrete and stone, maximize the piercing quality of light, and prioritize efficient use of space. Expert architecture photographer Edmund Sumner has rounded up the best examples from the last decade for this new volume, which will fill a gap on the shelves ...

Abandoned Places: A Photographic Exploration of More Than 100 Worlds We Have Left Behind

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Report copyright infringementby Kieron Connolly (Author)Steam trains half-buried in the desert, roller coasters entangled in trees, hulks of ships perched high and dry miles from water - images like these are bound to make us wonder: what happened here? From forgotten railway stations to flooded shopping malls, from secret Cold War bunkers to radiation zones, Abandoned Places explores more than 100 fascinating lost worlds from all around the globe. Surveying the ruins of industrial sites and ...

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Report copyright infringementby Maggie Gordon (Author)Deep in the Colorado Desert of Southern California lies the City of La Quinta. Tucked away in a cove surrounded by the Santa Rosa Mountains are sixty three small houses; many have a star or starlet studded history.The exceptional thing is that these Spanish Colonials were all built between 1935 and 1941. They are related by their modest size, white adobe-like exterior, low red tiled roofs, and wood lintels. Many of them only show the tops ...

Golden Hour: The Architectural Treasures of Los Angeles

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Report copyright infringementby George Townley (Author), Discover Los Angeles (Foreword by)Golden Hour: The Architectural Treasures of Los Angeles by George Townley celebrates the iconic architecture of Los Angeles through the eyes of the renowned London-based illustrator. Known for his vibrant, mid-century modern-inspired artwork, Townley captures the essence of LA's sun-soaked landmarks, from the Griffith Observatory to the Hollywood Bowl, with a blend of nostalgia and contemporary flair. T...

Sophisticated Elegance: Dennis t'Jampens

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Report copyright infringementby Wim Pauwels (Editor)Dennis T'Jampens is one of Belgium's most talented interior designers. This beautifully crafted coffee table book highlights key moments from his 22-year career. Dennis T'Jampens is one of Belgium's most talented interior designers. This beautifully crafted coffee table book highlights key moments from his 22-year career. Throughout the years, his signature style has become evident in his work. While the look and feel of his projects vary gr...

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Report copyright infringementby Michiel Benda (Author)More than 100,000 organizations throughout the European Union have to comply with the NIS2 Directive. Is your organization one of them? If so, what do you need to do to become compliant? Two questions that are easy to ask, but the answers are never as straightforward. With 46 articles, 144 provisions, and over 140 references to other documents, the NIS2 is anything but easy to read, let alone interpret. This book provides an answer to your...

The Road to My Old Kentucky Home: One Woman's Journey of Faith, Family, History And Entrepreneurship

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Report copyright infringementby Vickie Curtsinger (Author)Sit back, relax and enjoy as first time Author Vickie Curtsinger takes you down a road you will not soon forget in her new book, THE ROAD TO MY OLD KENTUCKY HOME. Number of Pages: 98 Dimensions: 0.2 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: May 21, 2018

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Report copyright infringementby Harold Stiver (Author)Lighthouses of Nova ScotiaA Guide for Photographers and Explorers!!There are about 160 historic Lighthouses surviving in Nova Scotia and their natural setting makes them a pleasure to visit.For these lighthouses, you will find: Descriptions and information of the individual sitesHundreds of photographsGPS PositionsA short history of LighthousesIncluded are 13 self guided tours: Cape Breton Tour1Cape Breton Tour2Cape Breton Tour3Eastern Sho...

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Report copyright infringementby Harold Stiver (Author)Lighthouses of ScotlandA Guide for Photographers and Explorers!!There are more than 115 historic Lighthouses surviving in Scotland and their natural setting makes them a pleasure to visit.For each of the lighthouses, you will find: Descriptions and information of the individual sitesPhotographsGPS PositionsA short history of LighthousesInformation on the Stevenson family of Lighthouse buildersIncluded are the following self guided tours: A...

Is There a War on Surburbia? Calling a Truce in the Battle Over Land Use

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Report copyright infringementby Steven Greenhut (Author)Current debates over land-use planning have taken on the same strident, ideological and almost religious zeal that dominate other hot-button political disagreements, which isn't surprising given that where we choose (or happen) to live reflects some of our most fundamental values. Americans' politics are deeply divided by cultural issues and there are few things more cultural than whether we live in big cities: suburbia, small towns or t...

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Kerrigan (Author)Built to last, built to impress, built with style and grandeur - it is all the more remarkable when the most ostentatious of buildings fall into disrepair and become ruins. From imperial residences and aristocratic estates to hotels and urban mansions, Abandoned Palaces tells the stories behind dilapidated structures from all around the world. From ancient Roman villas to the French colonial hill station in Cambodia that was one of the ...

Johann Joachim Winckelmann on Art, Architecture, and Archaeology

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Report copyright infringementby Johann Joachim Winckelmann (Author), David Carter (Translator)Modern English translations of several of the most important essays of Winckelmann, one of the fathers of art history and archaeology and a strong influence on Goethe and Schiller and Weimar Classicism. Johann Joachim Winckelmann (1717-68) has long been recognized as one of the founders of modern art history and a major force in the development of archaeology and the study of ancient Greek architectu...

Community Architect: The Life and Vision of Clarence S. Stein

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Report copyright infringementby Kristin E. Larsen (Author)Clarence S. Stein (1882-1975) was an architect, housing visionary, regionalist, policymaker, and colleague of some of the most influential public figures of the early to mid-twentieth century, including Lewis Mumford and Benton MacKaye. Kristin E. Larsen's biography of Stein comprehensively examines his built and unbuilt projects and his intellectual legacy as a proponent of the "garden city" for a modern age. This examination of Stein...

The Country Builder's Assistant: Containing a Collection of New Designs of Carpentry and Architecture; which will be particularly useful to Country Wo

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Report copyright infringementby Asher Benjamin (Author)Originally published in 1797, this was the bible of the building trade in New England during the beginning of the nineteenth century. The book was the first American-grown collection of designs published in America, and through its publication, Asher Benjamin popularized an American style of architecture. Illustrated with new and useful designs of Frontispieces, Chimney Pieces, Tuscan, Doric, Ionie and Corinthian Orders with their Bases, ...

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Report copyright infringementby Steve Clem (Author), Maggie Brown (Author), The Tulsa Historical Society And Museum (Author)Going to the movies has always been special. Tulsa's first theater opened in 1906 with a lineup of silent reels and live vaudeville entertainment. During the next two decades, dozens of movie houses opened downtown, including the Big Four: the Ritz, Orpheum, Majestic, and Rialto. As Tulsa grew, neighborhood theaters, including the Brook, Delman, and Will Rogers, became f...

The Middle Kingdom of Ancient Egypt: History, Archaeology and Society

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Report copyright infringementby Wolfram Grajetzki (Author)For the ancient Egyptians, the Middle Kingdom (c. 2000-1700 BC) was a classical period of art, history and literature. The Twelfth Dynasty was one of the strongest ever to rule on the banks of the Nile: some of its kings were later worshipped as local gods, and were made famous by classical Greek authors. Yet Egyptologists tend not to look beyond the extraordinary royal sculpture and literary masterpieces of the time. Although the pic...

A Treatise On The Theory And Practice Of Landscape Gardening, Adapted To North America: With A View To The Improvement Of Country Residences. With Rem

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Report copyright infringementby Andrew Jackson Downing (Author), Henry Winthrop Sargent (Created by)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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around ...

Colonial Interiors: The Colonial And Early Federal Periods

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Report copyright infringementby Leigh French (Author), Charles Over Cornelius (Introduction by)""Colonial Interiors: The Colonial And Early Federal Periods"" by Leigh French is a comprehensive guide to the interior design and decoration styles of the colonial and early federal periods in America. The book is filled with stunning photographs and detailed descriptions of the furniture, textiles, and decorative elements that were popular during this time period. French begins by providing histor...

Drone Photography Guide: Learn to Take Brilliant Photos with a Drone

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Report copyright infringementby Roy Horton (Author)Whether you're a beginner or an expert drone pilot, this comprehensive guide will teach you how to capture stunning aerial images effortlessly using your DJI drone. Discover how to quickly master your DJI drone camera settings for any lighting condition, ensuring you get the best results in any landscape or location.In this no-frills, 94-page Drone Photography Guide packed with real example aerial images, you'll learn: - Choosing the Right Dr...

The Phoenician Origin of Britons Scots and Anglo Saxons: Discovered by Phoenician and Sumerian Inscriptions in Britain by Pre-Roman Briton Coins

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Report copyright infringementby L. Austine Waddell (Author)The book titled ""The Phoenician Origin of Britons Scots and Anglo Saxons: Discovered by Phoenician and Sumerian Inscriptions in Britain by Pre-Roman Briton Coins"" is written by L. Austine Waddell. This book explores the origins of the British, Scottish, and Anglo-Saxon people by examining Phoenician and Sumerian inscriptions found in Britain, as well as pre-Roman Briton coins. The author argues that these inscriptions and coins prov...

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Report copyright infringementby Cara Courage (Editor), Tom Borrup (Editor), Maria Rosario Jackson (Editor)This Handbook is the first to explore the emergent field of 'placemaking' in terms of the recent research, teaching and learning, and practice agenda for the next few years. Offering valuable theoretical and practical insights from the leading scholars and practitioners in the field, it provides cutting-edge interdisciplinary research on the placemaking sector. Placemaking has seen a par...

The Ludic City: Exploring the Potential of Public Spaces

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Report copyright infringementby Quentin Stevens (Author)This international and illustrated work challenges current writings focussing on the problems of urban public space to present a more nuanced and dialectical conception of urban life. Detailed and extensive international urban case studies show how urban open spaces are used for play, which is defined and discussed using Caillois' four-part definition - competition, chance, simulation and vertigo. Stevens explores and analyzes these case...