Architecture - Historic Preservation - General

This book explores the eight-and-a-half-century history of Notre Dame Cathedral through a unique lens: the 'Victor Hugo Effect.' It argues that the building's physical survival was never guaranteed by its stone and mortar, but rather by the powerful cultural narratives attached to it. The...

"Dry-Rot in Wood" is a detailed technical examination of the biological and environmental factors that contribute to the decay of timber in buildings and structures. Written by a collective of experts, this work addresses one of the most persistent challenges in architecture and construction:...

For seventy-five years, 24 Sussex Drive was the symbolic heart of Canadian politics, a stately residence where decisions were made, famous families grew up, and world leaders came to call.Today, it stands empty, stripped to the studs and haunted by neglect. 24 Sussex: The...

Southwell Minster: An Account Of The Collegiate And Cathedral Church Of Southwell, Architectural, Archaeological, And Historical (1883) is a detailed book written by Greville Mairis Livett. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Southwell Minster, a collegiate and cathedral church located in Southwell,...

"Historical Reminiscences Of Dublin Castle From 849 To 1900" offers a detailed historical overview of one of Ireland's most iconic and historically significant landmarks. Authored by F. E. R., this book delves into the rich and complex history of Dublin Castle, from its early...

The Walls, Gates And Aqueducts Of Rome is a detailed historical account of the construction and significance of the architectural marvels that defined the ancient city of Rome. Written by Thomas Hodgkin and first published in 1899, the book provides a comprehensive overview of...

Aquae Solis: Or Notices Of Roman Bath (1864) is a book written by Henry Mingden Scarth. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the Roman Baths in Bath, England. Scarth explores the history, architecture, and cultural significance of the baths, which were...

Explore the captivating history and enduring mystery of "Montezuma Castle National Monument, Arizona" by Albert H. Schroeder and Homer F. Hastings. This meticulously prepared print edition delves into the archaeological significance of this iconic Southwest landmark. Discover the stories behind these remarkable Native American...

A photographic survey of the renovation of the Imam Mohammed bin Abdul Wahab Mosque in Qatar, retracing the story of the building and the new elements of the religious complex, added in full respect of the traditional Qatari architecture.Author: Ibrahim Mohamed JaidahISBN-10: 8857222780ISBN-13: 9788857222783Publisher:...

Does your older home have more problems than you bargained for - or more potential than anyone told you?Most homeowners walk into an old house renovation completely unprepared. They hire the wrong contractors, skip critical inspections, use the wrong materials, and spend tens of...

In a land where mountains become temples, rivers become myths, and even the Gods seem willing to leave their masterpieces unfinished, Rajesh Seshadri invites readers on a deeply moving journey through India's most hauntingly incomplete monuments.From the silent Buddhist caves of Ajanta Caves to...

Unlocking the Stone Bible is a comprehensive analysis of Notre-Dame de Chartres, exploring the cathedral as a unified text intended to be 'read' by its visitors. The book traces the site's evolution from its ancient Druidic roots and sacred springs to its status as...

The first surprise is the brightness.In New Orleans, the cemeteries do not hide the dead beneath quiet lawns. They raise them into view. Whitewashed tombs catch the Louisiana sun. Wall vaults line narrow paths. Iron gates, marble tablets, crosses, angels, and weathered family names...

Sanskar Kendra stands as one of Le Corbusier's lesser-known architectural achievements, a cultural center designed for post-independence Ahmedabad that now faces an uncertain future. This book examines Sanskar Kendra both as a physical artifact and as a site of broader cultural debates.Originally conceived as...

This Handbook provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary overview of the intersections between cultural heritage and disaster risks. It serves as a defining reference, presenting the key concepts and policy arena that disaster risk management and cultural heritage currently operate.With 22 contributions from leading scholars...

"Founders Of The First Parish, Dover, Massachusetts" offers a detailed historical account of the early inhabitants and architectural heritage of Dover, Massachusetts. With the subtitle "With Descriptions Of All The Houses Now Standing Which Were Built Before The Revolution," the book provides valuable insights...

"Bridging Divides: Navigating Hindu-Muslim Relations in India" is an insightful exploration that traverses the intricate historical, socio-political, and cultural landscapes of Hindu-Muslim interactions in the Indian subcontinent. Through a nuanced examination of historical events, governmental initiatives, and contemporary challenges, this book aims to unravel...

In the early nineteenth century, gorgeous mansions constructed of brick and stone were built in the well-to-do Court End neighborhood in Richmond, Virginia. During the Civil War, several prominent Confederate politicians lived in Court End. In fact, it's where the White House of the...

The Ed Styron House is a small, two- room house and one of only twenty historic structures remaining in historic Portsmouth Village in the Cape Lookout National Seashore. The house was leased as a temporary lodge for hunters and fishermen under one of the...

Life in Ancient Egypt and Assyria is a book written by Gaston Maspero that provides a comprehensive overview of the daily life and culture of two of the most prominent civilizations of the ancient world. The book is divided into two sections, with the...

Throughout 1905, an amateur photographer dedicated himself to capturing Broadway, from the bottom of Manhattan to the top. In sun, rain, and snow, at dawn and late at night, C. G. Hine depicted buildings that were threatened by rapid development: outmoded stores, hotels, and...

The National Park Service (NPS) was formed on August 25, 1916, and is the U.S. federal agency that manages all national parks, many national monuments, and other conservation and historical properties with various title designations. The National Park Service publishes various reports and documents...

The act of identifying, protecting, restoring, and reusing buildings, districts, and built landscapes of historic and cultural significance is, at its best, a reflective and consequential process of urban and socio-economic reform. It has the potential to reconcile conflicting memories, meanings, and cultural tensions,...

A one-of-a-kind design book, showcasing transformations of unusual and non-traditional buildings into stunning, soulful homes. An air control tower in Scotland. A historic carpenter's shop in Madrid. A laundromat in Texas. A medieval convent in Tuscany. None of these may seem the most obvious...

Eight studies by the winners of the Weinberg Fellowship in architectural history and preservation on issues in the field of architectural heritage. This book draws attention to new methods of preservation, conservation, and reconstruction in these times of danger and risk. It also offers...

Pacific Coast bridges symbolize a suspended engineering subjugation of hostile topography and inclement weather. Soaring as monumental arches above formerly impassible water bodies, these structurally tiered marvels have embedded themselves organically as creations of sculpture. This edition is a detailed photographic profile of elegance,...

This volume comprises the authoritative work from the International Committee for the Conservation of the Industrial Heritage - the international group dedicated to industrial archaeology and heritage - detailing the latest approaches to the conservation of the global industrial heritage. With contributions from over...

The Great Pyramid: Something Much More Than A Tomb is a book written by Joseph A. Seiss that explores the mysteries and secrets of the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt. The author argues that the pyramid was not just a tomb for the...

Case Study Strategies for Architects and Designers explains methods in evidence-based design, also called practice-based research, to show you the value of research to your designs. Topics covered pertain to data collection and analysis techniques, including surveys, interviews, fieldwork, participatory design, occupancy evaluations, and...

A history of the reconstruction of Fort Stanwix, New York, by the National Park Service.This book looks at the history of Fort Stanwix and documents how the people of Rome, New York, partnered with the National Park Service to create Fort Stanwix National Monument,...

Melvin Charney (1935-2012) spent his career working on the border between art and architecture. His internationally celebrated art employed a variety of media including photography, montage, painting, sculpture, and temporary and permanent installations, relentlessly pursuing the meaning of architectural images in the age of...

A twenty-first century renaissance is emerging in architecture. After a century of building designs characterized by high energy demand, low quality lighting and poor thermal comfort, the fundamental questions must be asked again: is there a better path to designing the most energy efficient,...

Taking a radical position counter to many previous histories and theories of the interior, domesticity and the home, The Emergence of the Interior considers how the concept and experience of the domestic interior have been formed from the beginning of the nineteenth century. It...

Wisconsin LighthousesThere are 54 historic Lighthouses surviving in Wisconsin and their natural setting makes them a pleasure to visit.For each of the lighthouses, you will find: Descriptions and information of the individual sitesPhotographsGPS PositionsA short history of LighthousesIncluded are 3 self guided tours: Door...

"Founders Of The First Parish, Dover, Massachusetts" offers a detailed historical account of the early inhabitants and architectural heritage of Dover, Massachusetts. With the subtitle "With Descriptions Of All The Houses Now Standing Which Were Built Before The Revolution," the book provides valuable insights...

This book is for project engineers and managers, government staff and consultants to help avoid unforseen archaeological problems in construction and development projects.Author: Darby C. Stapp,Julia LongeneckerISBN-10: 1598741608ISBN-13: 9781598741605Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2009Pages: 176Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.90lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.70d

This book serves to shed some light on several controversial questions about contemporary interventions on religious heritage buildings. In the mid-1960s, a process of renewal of Catholic churches began, which sought to respond to the liturgical modifications implemented during the Vatican II (1962-65). Fifty...

"House of the Messenger" is a meticulously crafted chronicle of the extraordinary efforts dedicated to the recovery, reconstruction, and restoration of the Joseph Greer Dogtrot log house in Lincoln County, Tennessee. This publication delves deeply into the historical significance of log houses during the...

Cultural landscapes, which in the field of heritage studies and practice relates to caring for and safeguarding heritage landscapes, is a concept embedded in contemporary conservation. Heritage conservation has shifted from an historical focus on buildings, city centres, and archaeological sites to encompass progressively...

This new and substantially revised edition of Heritage Planning: Principles and Process offers an extensive overview of the burgeoning fields of heritage planning and conservation. Positioning professional practice within its broader applied and theoretical contexts, the authors provide a firm foundation for understanding the...

The key issues concerning railway heritage are examined in this timely publication. The scope of the book ranges from railway architecture and its preservation to the management of railway heritage.Author: Peter Burman,Michael StrattonISBN-10: 1138156345ISBN-13: 9781138156340Publisher: Taylor & FrancisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/07/2016Pages: 244Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.62lbsSize: 10.00h...

This book examines key themes for the management of historic urban centres within a representative sample of centres in different European countries. The twelve historic centres that have been chosen are spread throughout Europe. They are diverse in character and the range includes small...

Discover the history and beauty of West End Avenue and Riverside Park in New York City through this comprehensive guide. From its architectural landmarks to its lush greenery, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the Upper West Side.This work has been...

This urbane and delightful book covering more than 300 years of the course of Boston's history has now been enlarged with an account of the city's new urban design, architecture, and historic preservation and is richly illustrated with 32 additional photographs and drawings. In...

This book includes contributions on the protection, and restoration of architectural monuments and the reconstruction of major historical urban development sites, as well as various complex issues and aspects of engineering reconstruction of monuments and preservation of historical heritage.Author: Sergey SementsovISBN-10: 0367653575ISBN-13: 9780367653576Publisher: CRC...

For nearly three decades, historian Eugene T. Petersen devoted his career to preserving one of America's most cherished places-Mackinac Island. In Inside Mackinac, Petersen opens the doors to the past, sharing a vivid and deeply personal account of how vision, creativity, and persistence transformed...

Winner, 2019 Ron Tyler Award for Best Illustrated Book on Texas History and Culture In this vibrant tour of historic homes in Waco, Texas, architectural historian Kenneth Hafertepe shares a glimpse of the surprising variety of styles and stories captured in the houses built...

Title: Historic Homes of the Southwest Mountains, Virginia ... With twenty-three illustrations and a map.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items...

Situated along the western Konkan coast of India, Goa has a tropical monsoon climate and is renowned both for its beaches and layered architectural heritage.Historiography and school texts have typically foregrounded the Portuguese colonial period and the Maratha presence in Goa, a focus that...

The digital age reshapes the approaches to sustainable construction and heritage conservation. As urbanization increases and environmental concerns rise, the construction industry faces pressures to reduce its ecological footprint while preserving cultural and historical sites. Digital technologies bridge this gap by enabling more precise...