Sporting Architecture (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417969692)

Sporting Architecture is a comprehensive book written by George Tattersall that explores the design and construction of buildings and structures related to sports. The book covers a wide range of sports, including football, cricket, tennis, golf, horse racing, and more. The author delves into the history of sporting architecture, tracing its roots back to ancient Greece and Rome, and examines how it has evolved over time. He discusses the various types of sporting facilities, such as stadiums, arenas, and courses, and the unique design considerations that come with each. The book features numerous case studies of iconic sporting venues from around the world, including Wembley Stadium, Augusta National Golf Club, and the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Tattersall also examines the role of technology in modern sporting architecture and how it has influenced the design of new facilities. Overall, Sporting Architecture provides a fascinating look into the world of sports and the buildings and structures that make them possible. It is an essential read for anyone interested in architecture, sports, or both.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Tattersall
ISBN-10: 1417969695
ISBN-13: 9781417969692
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/11/2005
Pages: 148
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.34d