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Frommer's Athens and the Greek Islands - Paperback

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by Stephen Brewer (Author)Fully updated post-lock down. This guide is geared to travelers who want to go to Greece for beaches, beautiful weather, island hopping, archaeological riches, and the capital city of Athens. Inside, you'll find smart itineraries, important historic sights and museums, and the types of restaurants, nightlife, and hidden beauty spots that only the locals know about.We'll start you off with an in-depth overview of Athens and rewarding day trips from there, before setti...

Urban Renewal and School Reform in Baltimore: Rethinking the 21st Century Public School - Paperback

$90.70

by Erkin Özay (Author)Urban Renewal and School Reform in Baltimore examines the role of the contemporary public school as an instrument of urban design.The central case study in this book, Henderson-Hopkins, is a PK-8 campus serving as the civic centerpiece of the East Baltimore Development Initiative. This study reflects on the persistent notions of urban renewal and their effectiveness for addressing the needs of disadvantaged neighborhoods and vulnerable communities. Situating the master p...

Practice with Purpose: A Guide to Mission-Driven Design - Paperback

$39.95

by Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects (As Told by), Robert McCarter (Introduction by), Edward Mazria (Foreword by)Practice with Purpose is about designing buildings beyond their property lines to address some of society's most urgent challenges: the climate emergency, racial and ethnic injustice, chronic homelessness, educational crises, and the preservation of the embodied carbon and culture of existing buildings. To successfully contend with these ecological and societal emergencies, the design ...

McHap the Americas 2: Territory & Expeditions - Hardcover

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by Florencia Rodriguez (Editor)New approaches to nature, landscape, and territory were key in the jury's and architect's architecture discussions during the second cycle of the MCHAP prize. This book puts together the finalist projects with a selection of articles, dialogues and visual essays, providing a particular set of lenses with which to look at the newest architecture of the Americas. The Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP), directed by Dirk Denison from within the Illinois Institut...

Colonial & Antebellum Virginia: Images of Montgomery County's Historical-Cultural Landscape - Hardcover

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by Charles M. Good (Author)Virginia has long been regarded as a state with great historical significance. Yet, the noteworthy places and events of the pre-Civil War era in the Commonwealth's southwestern region, Montgomery County in particular, have long been overshadowed by those in other parts of the state. Montgomery County played significant but under-appreciated roles in Virginia and U.S. history, particularly between 1740-1860 that includes the period of Westward Expansion. This fascina...

Planning Law and Practice in Northern Ireland - Paperback

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by Stephen McKay (Editor), Michael Murray (Editor)Each of the jurisdictions within the United Kingdom is constantly refining the operational characteristics of its planning system and while there are some common practices, there are also substantive divergences. In each territory the planning template is shaped within a dynamic political and legal context and thus students and practitioners require an accessible, in-depth and up-to-date literature dealing with this matter. The multi-disciplin...

Urbanismo: Gabriel Alomar Esteve: Mallorcan Town Planner - Paperback

$37.42

by Richard Buswell (Author)Gabriel Alomar Esteve (1910-1997) was an architect, town planner and historian. His early ideas in town planning were largely pragmatic, seeking to address problems of the quality of life and the future traffic circulation in the historic core of his native city, Palma, and its suburbs. He inherited plans for reform from previous generations of Mallorcan planners including Eusebio Estada (1843-1917), Bernat Calvet (1864-1941) and Guillem Forteza (1892-1943) who in t...

From Here to the Horizon: Photographs in Honor of Barry Lopez - Hardcover

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by Toby Jurovics (Editor), Debra Gwartney (Contribution by), Robert MacFarlane (Contribution by)Contemporary photographers pay tribute to the life and work of Barry LopezAuthor BiographyRobert Macfarlane is the author of books about people, place, and nature, including Mountains of the Mind, The Wild Places, The Old Ways: A Journey on Foot, Landmarks, and Underland: A Deep Time Journey. His books have been translated into thirty languages and have received prizes internationally, including th...

Homes for Our Time. Contemporary Houses Around the World. Vol. 2 - Hardcover

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by Philip Jodidio (Author)Climate, environment, history, and technology are transforming architecture worldwide. The second volume in the Homes for Our Time series documents this housing revolution. What role do homes play in our endangered world? How can they innovate? In Sri Lanka, Palinda Kannangara created the Frame Holiday Structure on a budget of $ 40,000. Built from steel scaffolding, exposed brick, and wood floors, the house can be easily disassembled and moved, adapting to the realit...

Julius Shulman. Modernism Rediscovered - Hardcover

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by Pierluigi Serraino (Author), Julius Shulman (Photographer)The buildings burned in our memories, which to us represent the spirit of '50s and '60s architectural design, were those whose pictures were widely published in magazines and books; but what about those that got lost in the process, hardly or never appearing in publication? The exchange of visual information is crucial to the development, evolution, and promotion of architectural movements. If a building is not widely seen, its pho...

Facades: Beauty. Utility. Performance - Paperback

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by Gordon Gill Architecture (Author)Facades: Beauty. Utility. Performance illustrates the depth and breadth of the many innovative exterior wall facades that were designed from 2007-2020 at Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture (AS+GG). The featured projects, both built and unbuilt, are explored through photographs, renderings, model images, detail drawings, narratives, and illustrations. Each project addresses a series of environmental concerns, offering site-specific, performative solutio...

World of Variation: The I Press Series on the Human Environment - Paperback

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by Mary Otis Stevens (Author), Thomas McNulty (Author), Ute Meta Bauer (Editor)An imaginative reenvisioning of spatial and social relations from America's 1960s urbanist movementIn World of Variation (1970), American architects Mary Otis Stevens (born 1928) and Thomas McNulty (1919-84) outlined a radical reenvisioning of socio-spatial relationships, informed by their background in philosophy and commitment to decentralizing hierarchies. Writing in the context of the Cold War and the political...

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by Vernon Silver (Author)"A riveting story of tomb robbers and antiquities smugglers, high-stakes auctioneers and the princely chiefs of the world's most prestigious museums....A terrific read, from start to finish."--James L. Swanson, New York Times bestselling author of Manhunt An Oxford-trained archaeologist and award-winning journalist based in Rome, Vernon Silver brings us The Lost Chalice, the electrifying true story of the race to secure a priceless, 2,500-year-old cup depicting the f...

Obsolescence: An Architectural History - Hardcover

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by Daniel M. Abramson (Author)In our architectural pursuits, we often seem to be in search of something newer, grander, or more efficient-and this phenomenon is not novel. In the spring of 1910 hundreds of workers labored day and night to demolish the Gillender Building in New York, once the loftiest office tower in the world, in order to make way for a taller skyscraper. The New York Times puzzled over those who would sacrifice the thirteen-year-old structure, "as ruthlessly as though it wer...

Guía Práctica Para Manejo de Pastos En Campos de Golf = Practical Golf Course Maintenance - Paperback

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by Gordon Witteveen (Author), Michael Bavier (Author)La gu a m s vendida para la gerencia del c sped Guia Practica para Manejo de Pastos en Campos de Golf ofrece cientos deconsejos, ideas, y sugerencias que son usadas por profesionales en la gerencia del c sped d a a d a. El libro est lleno con informaci n que es presentada en una forma f cil de entender con pasos detallados. El autor cubre temas incluyendo mantenimiento de la grama y su gerencia, manteniendo y consistencia en los b nkeres,...

The Streamline Era Greyhound Terminals: The Architecture of W.S. Arrasmith - Paperback

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by Frank E. Wrenick (Editor), Elaine V. Wrenick (Editor)In post-Depression America, Greyhound put adventure within the reach of all. Convinced that their terminals should project the glamour and excitement of travel, the company turned to an architect who could translate the sleek, streamlined Greyhound design into buildings that would both serve and delight the public. This volume explores the life of William Strudwick Arrasmith, a defining artist of the short-lived era of streamline design,...

Urban Ecology: An Introduction - Paperback

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by Philip James (Author), Ian Douglas (Author)This fully revised second edition reflects the great expansion in urban ecology research, action and teaching since 2015. Urban ecology provides an understanding of urban ecosystems and uses nature-based techniques to enhance habitats and alleviate poor environmental conditions.Author BiographyPhilip James is Emeritus Professor of Ecology at the University of Salford and Honorary Senior Research Fellow in Geography at the University of Manchester....

Remodel Green: Make Your House Serve Your Life - Paperback

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by Kelly Hart (Author)There are many reasons for remodeling. It could be the desire for greater comfort in your home from improved insulation or heating and cooling options. Or perhaps you want to create new space for activities or family members. Or maybe you hope to achieve increased efficiency and savings on utility bills. Sometimes toxic materials can be replaced with more benign, natural choices. Perhaps you want your house to be more attractive. All of these goals can be accomplished wi...

Landscape Architecture: Planting Design Illustrated (3rd Edition) - Paperback

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by Gang Chen (Author)Absolutely fascinating Informative, enlightening, and entertaining This is one of the most comprehensive books on Planting Design. It fills in the blanks in this field and introduces poetry, painting, and symbolism into Planting Design. It covers in detail the two major systems in Planting Design: Formal Planting Design and Naturalistic Planting Design. It has numerous line drawings and photos to illustrate the Planting Design concepts and principles. Through in-depth d...

Architecture in Ancient Central Italy - Paperback

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by Charlotte R. Potts (Editor)"Exploring central Italic architecture as part of a connected world brings together one of the most prominent themes in the study of the ancient Mediterranean in recent decades, namely connectivity, and a body of evidence that has often been overlooked in many studies of ancient construction, technology, society, economy, and even the archaeology of early Italy, to wit architecture in Etruria and Latium. Such a partnership is an invitation to move beyond the stud...

Megacity Mobility: Integrated Urban Transportation Development and Management - Paperback

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by Zongzhi Li (Author), Adrian T. Moore (Author), Samuel R. Staley (Author)This examines passenger and freight mobility in a multimodal context, for innovative solutions in urban transportation planning, travel demand management, multimodal integrated capacity expansion, efficient capacity utilization, and innovative financing and optimal budget allocation for long-run urban mobility, with real-world case studies.Author BiographyDr. ZONGZHI LI received his BE from Chang'an University, China. ...

Church-building And Things To Be Considered, Done, Or Avoided In Connection Therewith - Paperback

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by Francis J. Parker (Author)Originally published in 1893, this classic work on church architecture and construction is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious building design. Parker's comprehensive guide includes detailed instructions on everything from selecting building materials to constructing stained glass windows. Whether you're a professional architect or a layperson interested in the history of religious architecture, this book is an essential resource.This wor...

How to Lay Out a Garden: Intended As a General Guide in Choosing, Forming, Or Improving an Estate, (From a Quarter of an Acre to a Hundred Acre - Hardcover

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by Edward Kemp (Author)Transform your property into a stunning masterpiece of garden design with this practical and comprehensive guide. Drawing on years of experience, the author provides readers with expert advice on everything from choosing the right plants to creating beautiful and functional outdoor spaces. Packed with useful tips and stunning photographs, this book is a must-have for any aspiring gardener.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part...

West Swindon: what the eye doesn't see - Paperback

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by Angela Atkinson (Author), Frances Bevan (Author), Roger Ogle (Author)West Swindon is a series of linked suburban centres planned and built from the 1980s to the west of the Wiltshire former railway town. But its story stretches back much further than most people realise. Way before the St. John family hunted on what is now Lydiard Park, Romans lived, made bricks - and died here. Should you think of West Swindon as nothing more than a soulless, twentieth-century urban conurbation then time ...

School Buildings: Innovation in Design and Construction Processes - Hardcover

$190.26

by Randa Bandy (Editor)School buildings can be defined as establishments where education is imparted to children. Essential components of a school building are classrooms, subject rooms, playground, hostels, school libraries, laboratories, school office and assembly hall. A school building must include a variety of spaces for education along with space for recreational activities that foster a positive pedagogical environment for children. Classrooms are the most important components of a sch...

The Architectural Digest: Southern California Ed - Hardcover

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by Anonymous (Author)This stunning coffee table book showcases the best of Southern California architecture and interior design. Featuring beautiful photographs and expert commentary, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the intersection of art and design.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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nation...

One Hundred Country Houses: Modern American Examples - Hardcover

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by Aymar Embury (Author)Aymar Embury's beautifully illustrated guide to modern American country houses is a must-read for architecture enthusiasts. Featuring detailed plans and photographs, as well as commentary from the architect himself, this book provides a unique window into the world of American design.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 is in the "public domain in the United Stat...

Roman Engineering Genius: Roads, Aqueducts, Baths - Paperback

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by Mariopaolo Fadda (Author)The book is an excursus on the engineering works (roads, aqueducts, baths) of the ancient Romans who aimed to transform a series of small villages perched on the seven hills into a politically, economically, and socially efficient community in such a way as to become the largest Empire in history. Works that have stood the test of time and that have taught us how to build our cities and plan our environment. Number of Pages: 224 Dimensions: 0.47 x 9 x 6 IN Publicat...

Upon Entropy: Architectonics of the Image in the Age of Information - Hardcover

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by Riccardo M. Villa (Author), Ludger Hovestadt (Editor), Vera B?lmann (Editor)In his 1979 essay The Postmodern Condition: A Report on Knowledge philosopher Jean-Fran輟is Lyotard noted that the advent of the computer opened up a stage of progress in which knowledge has become a commodity. Modernity and postmodernity appear as two stages of a process resulting from the conflict of science and narrative. As science attempts to distance itself from narrative, it must create its own legitimacy. Th...

The Builders A Story and Study of Masonry - Hardcover

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by Joseph Fort Newton (Author)The Builders: A Story and Study of Masonry by Joseph Fort Newton is a comprehensive exploration of the history, symbolism, and philosophy of the Masonic fraternity. The book delves into the origins of Masonry, tracing its roots back to the ancient mystery schools of Egypt and Greece. It explores the symbolism and meaning behind Masonic rituals and ceremonies, revealing the deeper spiritual and philosophical significance behind these practices.The book also examin...

The Ten Books On Architecture (1914) - Hardcover

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by Vitruvius (Author), Morris Hicky Morgan (Translator), Herbert Langford Warren (Illustrator)The Ten Books on Architecture is a comprehensive treatise on architecture written by the ancient Roman architect Vitruvius. It was originally written in Latin around 15 BC and consists of ten books, each of which covers a different aspect of architecture. The first book discusses the principles of architecture, including the importance of symmetry, proportion, and harmony. The second book covers buil...

Ancient America And The Mound Builders - Paperback

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by John D. Baldwin (Author)Ancient America And The Mound Builders is a comprehensive book written by John D. Baldwin that delves into the history and culture of the Native American Mound Builders. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the various tribes that inhabited the Mississippi Valley and the Ohio Valley regions of North America, including the Adena, Hopewell, and Mississippian cultures.The author explores the origins of the Mound Builders and their way of life, including their reli...