TY  - BOOK
AU  - Kühl,Isabel
AU  - Heine,Florian
AU  - Michael,Jane
TI  - The buildings that revolutionized architecture
SN  - 9783791381268
AV  - NA200 .B8675 2015
U1  - 720.9 23
PY  - 2015///
CY  - New York
PB  - Prestel Verlag
KW  - Buildings
KW  - History
KW  - Architecture
KW  - fast
N1  - Architecture
N2  - Why do some buildings stand the test of time? What makes a building unique, or groundbreaking? How do function, environment, and technology impact an architect's vision? These questions and more are succinctly addressed in this wide-ranging tour of 100 of the world's most important man-made structures. This compilation spans the ancient to the modern eras and represents nearly every continent. Gorgeous photographs of each building are featured in double-page spreads, which include concise texts offering fascinating histories and contextual information, as well as biographies of the architects. The book also includes a glossary at the back of the book that explains important terms. An invaluable introduction to the world of architecture, this book guides readers through every milestone of architectural triumph - be it an ancient city, modern sports arena, cathedral, or office building
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