The Kühl, Isabel. Heine, Florian. Michael, Jane. text History. nyu 2015 monographic eng

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254 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm 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. Florian Heine and Isabel Kuhl ; [translated from the German by Jane Michael]. Buildings Buildings History Architecture History Architecture Buildings NA200 .B8675 2015 720.9 9783791381268 BTCTA 141223 20200317153610.0 eng