Architecture : Celebrating the Past, Designing the Future / Nancy B. Solomon

Solomon, Nancy B. (Ed. )

ISBN 10: 1584711620 / ISBN 13: 9781584711629

Published by New York : Visual Reference Publications, Washington DC : The American Institute Of Architects, 2008

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The Empire State Building. Fallingwater. The Walt Disney Concert Hall. Rediscover these American treasures - and discover the engrossing stories of the colourful individuals whose designs made them possible - in "Architecture: Celebrating the Past, Designing the Future". This lavishly illustrated, eminently readable book commemorates 150 years of the American Institute of Architects, taking readers behind the scenes for an unprecedented look at the role of architecture and architects in society. The contributors include architect Thom Mayne, scholar James Steele, journalist Paul Goldberger, and many other leading voices. With up-close looks at works by Frank Gehry, Mies van der Rohe, Zaha Hadid, Eero Sarinen, Frank Lloyd Wright, and other masters, "Architecture: Celebrating the Past, Designing the Future" is a must-have for anyone interested in architecture yesterday, today, and tomorrow; 407 pages; Physical desc. : xi, 407 p. : ill. (chiefly col. ) , maps (some col. ) , ports. (some col. ) ; 33 cm. Includes bibliographical references and index. Subject: Architecture, American. Architects - United States. Architecture and society - United States 4 Kg.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Architecture : Celebrating the Past, Designing the Future / Nancy B. Solomon
• Publisher: New York : Visual Reference Publications, Washington DC : The American Institute Of Architects
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1584711620
• ISBN 13: 9781584711629
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Weight: 4 kilograms

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Synopsis

On the occasion of its 150th anniversary, the American Institute of Architects asked more than 70 contributors to examine the complex and evolving of the America's architects in shaping our cities and communities. Through essays, vignettes, and profiles, illustrated with more than 560 photographs, Architecture provides a look at the breath and depth of the architecture profession and points to the significant contributions architects have made in all aspects of society. Most important, the book demonstrates the value of applying "architectural thinking" to the many serious issues - from global warming and homeland security to accessibility and diversity - facing our world today.

About the Author

Nancy B. Solomon, AIA, is a respected architect and journalist. As editor of Architecture: Celebrating the Past, Designing the Future, she has gathered the works of more than 70 distinguished contributors for this volume, including architects, scholars, editors, and critics. She lives in Washington, DC. Robert Ivey is the Editorial Director of Architectural Record.