Architecture Styles Spotter's Guide: Classical Temples to Soaring Skyscrapers - Brossura

Brossura

ISBN 10: 159223609X ISBN 13: 9781592236091

Casa editrice: Thunder Bay Pr, 2006

Riassunto

To the average Joe, a building is a building; but to an architecture spotter, a building is much more. It's a post-modern masterpiece, an Edwardian edifice, an art deco domain, a prairie-style palace. In the Architecture Styles Spotter's Guide, enthusiasts will discover a wealth of information covering everything from rustic log homes to soaring skyscrapers. Included are the following features.

? Architecture spotters will enjoy navigating the book as they hunt for buildings that epitomize great design, and styles that capture their imagination.

? Notable buildings and architecture styles are discussed in great detail, accompanied by plenty of beautiful photographs.

? An illustrated glossary of architectural terms like cornices, flying buttresses, parapets, and gables is provided.

? Special Spotter's Notes sections highlight key points of interest and stories relating to specific sites.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Thunder Bay Pr
• Data di pubblicazione: 2006
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 159223609X
• ISBN 13: 9781592236091
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 288
• Redattore: Cunliffe Sarah, Loussier Jean
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile