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Hoosier architect Evans Woollen (1927-2016) made a profound contribution to the built identity of Indianapolis, Indiana. Most recognized for introducing concrete Brutalism to the city, his practice ……続きを見る

À Saint-Suffren, petit village de Haute-Provence, la flèche du clocher commence à pencher. En cause : un sol argileux affaibli par la sécheresse. Tandis que l’Architecte des Bâtiments de France préc……続きを見る

This book chronicles the first research project ever conducted at underwater hotels. Narrating fascinating tales from underwater hotels and shedding light on the provocative perspectives of their de……続きを見る

In the village of Wreay, near Carlisle, stands the strangest and most magical Victorian church in England. This vivid, original book tells the story of its builder, Sarah Losh, strong-willed, passio……続きを見る

An illustrated guide to the defences beset by prolonged and bloody fighting for control of the Japanese occupied Pacific islands in World War II. No two islands were alike in the systems and nature ……続きを見る

Equal parts design inspiration and travelogue, this book highlights the rapidly growing adaptive reuse movement Cool Is Everywhere is a photographic survey of the adaptive reuse design movement in A……続きを見る

Nearly as old as the city itself, Oakland Cemetery is one of Shreveport's most significant historical landmarks. Notable residents were laid to rest here as early as 1842. In a mass grave lie nearly……続きを見る

The discovery of gold and silver in Colorado's Rocky Mountains minted millionaires by the ton. The rough settlements of miners and ranchers quickly transformed into habitations more suitable for the……続きを見る

From sprawling potato farms and incredibly lavish estates, to whaling ships and early race cars, Long Island has an incredibly rich history often lost through the generations. In the world of racing……続きを見る

Offers experience-driven guidance on navigating the full building design and construction process Building Design and Construction: An Architect’s Perspective provides the foundational knowledge nec……続きを見る

Past and present are laid side by side in this fascinating visual tour around the capital of Western Australia. Perth Then and Now pairs stunning photographs from the archives with specially commiss……続きを見る

'I loved this book. What a joy to read a craftsman so clearly in love with his craft' SIMON JENKINS **'A wonderful read' DOUGALD O'REILLY 'Literary prize juries need look no further for a worthy win……続きを見る

For 40 years following the end of World War II, the Western democratic governments and the Eastern Bloc Communist powers were locked in the ideological, political, and economic struggle of the Cold ……続きを見る

The Maginot Line, the massive series of fortifications built by France in the 1930s to defend its borders with Germany and Italy, is perhaps the most maligned collection of fortifications ever built……続きを見る

The border between East and West Germany was closed on 26 May 1953. On 13 August 1961 crude fences and walls were erected around West Berlin: the Berlin Wall had been created. The Wall encircled Wes……続きを見る

In the course of the Peninsular War, Wellington's army fought several hard battles and smaller actions, but it was the bloody sieges that troubled him more than anything else. Indeed, the performanc……続きを見る

The Philippines were declared an American Territory on January 4, 1899, and fortification construction soon began on the islands in the mouth of Manila Bay. Among the sites built were Fort Mills (Co……続きを見る

At the beginning of the 20th century, the military importance of the Hawaiian Islands became clear. Oahu in particular was a key bastion in projecting America's military power in the Pacific. The is……続きを見る

During the Vietnam War, the Viet Cong (VC) main forces and North Vietnamese Army (NVA) were forced to hide weapons and supplies underground and to dig protective shelters to counter massive US firep……続きを見る

The United States has been developing space for many years, and satellites provide the US Military with an unparaleled advantage over its adversaries. Constellations of both military and civilian sa……続きを見る

In 1961 US Special Forces units began entering remote areas of Vietnam dominated by the Viet Cong. Their task was to organize local defense and strike forces aimed at stopping the enemy from gaining……続きを見る

A fascinating analysis of the most ambitious military fortification program of World War II. With Germany's gradual loss of the strategic initiative to the Allies, in 1942 Hitler was forced to const……続きを見る

Following the fall of France and the surrender of Paris on 14 June 1940, the British Government announced that the Channel Islands had no strategic importance and would not be defended. The Germans ……続きを見る

UN CONCEPT QUI FAIT LE TOUR DU MONDE La « ville du quart d’heure » propose un nouveau modèle urbain fondé sur la proximité. Suivant ses principes, chaque habitant doit pouvoir accéder à ses besoins ……続きを見る

This edited volume presents a synthesis of recent research on villas and villa landscapes in the northern provinces of the Roman world. It offers an original, multi-dimensional perspective on the so……続きを見る

Before the first purpose-designed exhibition spaces and painting exhibitions emerged, showing art was mainly related to the habit of dressing up spaces for political commemorations, religious festiv……続きを見る

The Building as Screen: A History, Theory, and Practice of Massive Media describes, historicizes, theorizes, and creatively deploys massive media -- a set of techno-social assemblages and practices ……続きを見る

Underneath picturesque views of palm trees, fruity cocktails in hotel lounges, and day trips to preserved colonial zones lies a history of tourism design that intersects with larger projects of deve……続きを見る

Take a tour of the world's most talked about architectural wonders. This is your passport to 100 places designed to impress – think France’s Eiffel Tower, India's Taj Mahal, Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza……続きを見る

Die NRW Forschungskollegs sind mit anwendungsbezogener Forschung auf Themenfeldern von hoher gesellschaftspolitischer Relevanz befasst. Kennzeichnend für ihre Forschungsansätze ist eine hohe Komplex……続きを見る