Delving into the hidden structures of iconic buildings, this beautifully illustrated book features specially commissioned isometric drawings that reveal essential architectural elements often overlooked. Accompanied by clear plans, detailed illustrations, and photographs, it offers an accessible yet sophisticated exploration of the construction of architectural masterpieces, appealing to both casual readers and discerning enthusiasts alike.
Museum architecture has flourished in recent decades, particularly with art museums designed by renowned architects like Frank Gehry and Renzo Piano. While these facilities have garnered significant acclaim, military museums often face the misconception of being less sophisticated in design and exhibitions. This volume explores over thirty military museums built internationally in the last twenty years, showcasing them through individual entries and vibrant color photography. Some were crafted by prominent architects such as Norman Foster and Daniel Libeskind, while others emerged from the creativity of skilled designers. The book also highlights the innovative exhibition and installation designs by firms like Ralph Appelbaum Associates and Kossmann.dejong, enhancing visitor experiences. These new military museums are contextualized within the broader history of war memorials, a topic that has received limited scholarly attention. They connect to historical commemorations of military victories and the evolution of architectural memorials, especially following the World Wars. John Zukowsky, an architectural historian with a doctorate from Binghamton University, has curated exhibitions and held leadership roles in military museums. He has authored several notable books on architecture and design, contributing to the discourse on the subject.
Fifty of the world’s most important buildings seen through specially commissioned isometric illustrations and detailed photographs and plans, providing the perfect introduction to architecture for students and anyone interested in buildings. Taking readers behind architecture’s facades and finishes, this charmingly illustrated book explores how some of the most important buildings in the world were constructed. Specially commissioned isometric drawings present the essential structural elements of the world’s masterpiece buildings that are not visible to the naked eye. These illustrations are displayed alongside plans, details, and photographs, all of which are clear and accessible, yet accurate and elegant enough to satisfy the most discerning eye. This fascinating book explores the thinking and expertise behind architects’ designs and offers a means by which to better understand buildings already visited as well as those on the must-see list. Selections range from domestic structures such as Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater and skyscrapers such as the Chrysler Building, to iconic classics such as the Louvre and Barcelona’s famed Sagrada Familia Cathedral. The buildings have been chosen for their importance and interest, their role in the development of architectural thinking, and the structural secrets that intricate 3-D drawings can reveal.
What is the reasoning behind some of the most controversial buildings in the world? In this original and engaging study of iconic and iconoclastic modern architecture from the unusual to the truly avant-garde, John Zukowsky examines the design and purpose of 100 modern buildings and the reaction they provoked when they were built. From the work of such world-renowned architects as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Frank Gehry and Zaha Hadid to the maverick creations of Bruce Goff, Shin Takamatsu and Shigeru Ban, extraordinary buildings are part of our everyday lives - but some buildings provoke strong reactions. 'Not in my backyard' is a phrase often heard in the discussion of architecture, but what is it about these buildings that is so controversial? This fascinating study selects 100 iconoclastic buildings that pushed the boundaries of the acceptable when they were built, but have since become revered. It unravels the complex stories behind their construction, placing each building in its cultural context and discussing why it was created and what influence it has had on architectural design. You'll discover why some architects choose to prioritize function over aesthetic appeal - or vice-versa - and why others appear to challenge every accepted architectural value. You'll also learn how many buildings were influenced by global events such as the Space Race, and how others were made possible by timely technological innovation.
Updated and expanded to chart Chicago’s evolving urban landscape, the third edition of this popular handbook is the perfect companion for self-guided walking tours, as well as an excellent source of information for those wishing to explore the internationally acclaimed architecture of Chicago. Over 100 highlights of the downtown area are covered, with accompanying maps, a glossary of architectural terms, and an index of architects and buildings designed to orient the reader along architectural routes from Michigan Avenue to the Riverfront to the Loop. Also included in this third edition is a fourth section highlighting the city’s diverse campus architecture, from work by Mies van der Rohe and Rem Koolhaas at the Illinois Institute of Technology to the Hyde Park neighborhood of the University of Chicago, where Frank Lloyd Wright’s Robie House stands.
Skyscraper! The very word evokes a range of emotional responses, from fascination to fear, and, as we enter the third millennium, new trends in the evolution of this popular commercial building type are coming to the fore. This book primarily examines planned skyscrapers and projects under construction, as well as featuring some selected built projects, to show the latest developments in the skyscraper's form, character, and technology.
Sie schreiben in Deutschland Architekturgeschichte: Meinhard von Gerkan, Volkwin Marg und ihre Partner. Ihre Projektpalette reicht von Einfamilienhäusern, Hotels, Museen, Theater, Konzerthallen, Bürogebäuden und Krankenhäusern bis hin zu Forschungs- und Bildungseinrichtungen. Internationale Aufmerksamkeit erregten gmp vor allem als Erbauer der Flughäfen Stuttgart, Hamburg und Berlin / Tegel. Dieses Buch dokumentiert mit vielen Bildern 50 ausgewählte Projekte als Beispiele ihrer kreativen, qualitätsvollen und vielseitigen Architektur.
