A Study of Postwar Architecture in Center City, Philadelphia
... Baumoel, Jeffrey L. (1992). A Study of Postwar Architecture in Center City, Philadelphia. (Masters Thesis). University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA. ...
... Baumoel, Jeffrey L. (1992). A Study of Postwar Architecture in Center City, Philadelphia. (Masters Thesis). University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA. ...
Theme 12 Built Heritage - Dover District Council
... In England the Department for Culture, Media and Sport oversees policy on the protection of the country’s heritage assets including its historic buildings. The decision on whether or not to list a building is made by the Secretary of State although the process is administered by English Heritage. Ap ...
... In England the Department for Culture, Media and Sport oversees policy on the protection of the country’s heritage assets including its historic buildings. The decision on whether or not to list a building is made by the Secretary of State although the process is administered by English Heritage. Ap ...
Ames Shovel Works
... common in Southeastern Massachusetts, but most other examples have been lost. The region was once the iron making capital of the United States, and with so little of that history still standing, it is vitally important to protect such a well-preserved example of that architecture, and how it evolved ...
... common in Southeastern Massachusetts, but most other examples have been lost. The region was once the iron making capital of the United States, and with so little of that history still standing, it is vitally important to protect such a well-preserved example of that architecture, and how it evolved ...
Structural Developments in Tall Buildings
... for steel or concrete tall buildings. With the emergence of Premium the to this, columns need to be even heavier towards the base to tubular forms still conforming to the International Style, such resist lateral loads. The net result is that as the building becomes changes in the structural form and ...
... for steel or concrete tall buildings. With the emergence of Premium the to this, columns need to be even heavier towards the base to tubular forms still conforming to the International Style, such resist lateral loads. The net result is that as the building becomes changes in the structural form and ...
Precast Concrete Optimizes, Industrial Buildings` Functionality
... Component casting often begins before or while the site work is being completed. This allows for erection to begin once the site is prepared. ...
... Component casting often begins before or while the site work is being completed. This allows for erection to begin once the site is prepared. ...
Late Nineteenth Century and Early Twentieth Century Residential
... property types appear to be the work of architects; the majority are popular utilitarian plans erected by contractors, master carpenters, and masons. This property type may have been erected in rural areas outside of the Manhattan city limits at the time of its construction or in undeveloped and dev ...
... property types appear to be the work of architects; the majority are popular utilitarian plans erected by contractors, master carpenters, and masons. This property type may have been erected in rural areas outside of the Manhattan city limits at the time of its construction or in undeveloped and dev ...
Nottingham City Centre Urban Design Guide Part2
... There is a need for a strategy to regulate the location of tall buildings in the city centre. In recent years there have been a number of proposals to develop tall buildings and it is important that a strategy is put in place to control their location and design. There are broadly two approaches to ...
... There is a need for a strategy to regulate the location of tall buildings in the city centre. In recent years there have been a number of proposals to develop tall buildings and it is important that a strategy is put in place to control their location and design. There are broadly two approaches to ...
Architectural Findings - Ohio History Connection
... century styles and building types in the Architectural Findings section gives more detail about the Dayton metropolitan area’s built environment and its place within national architectural developments. In American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia, Cyril Harris defines Mode ...
... century styles and building types in the Architectural Findings section gives more detail about the Dayton metropolitan area’s built environment and its place within national architectural developments. In American Architecture: An Illustrated Encyclopedia, Cyril Harris defines Mode ...
Beauty: a short history
... be ‘sollid, proporsionabl according to the rules, masculine and unaffected’. Jones brought Palladio drawings back from Italy that have since helped to shape national style and taste. One outcome of his Covent Garden house elevations was the creation of a pattern of window sizes and floor heights con ...
... be ‘sollid, proporsionabl according to the rules, masculine and unaffected’. Jones brought Palladio drawings back from Italy that have since helped to shape national style and taste. One outcome of his Covent Garden house elevations was the creation of a pattern of window sizes and floor heights con ...
URBAN RENAISSANCE - FYM
... often with entire populations segregated in slums, a lack of basic services and, in some parts of the world, risks associated with climate change. In mature countries, the urban population is expected to remain largely unchanged, increasing from 920 million people to just over 1 billion by 2025. In ...
... often with entire populations segregated in slums, a lack of basic services and, in some parts of the world, risks associated with climate change. In mature countries, the urban population is expected to remain largely unchanged, increasing from 920 million people to just over 1 billion by 2025. In ...
theoria 8 - prospectus 1998-99
... building. This character is a result of the severe language both of form and materials and of the self-confident placing of the building in the semi-urban area of the Graz suburbs, which exudes peace and a selfevident quality. The sliding elements used as sun and visual protection, made either of ga ...
... building. This character is a result of the severe language both of form and materials and of the self-confident placing of the building in the semi-urban area of the Graz suburbs, which exudes peace and a selfevident quality. The sliding elements used as sun and visual protection, made either of ga ...
Architectural Heritage and Performance
... deal of effort is expended to preserve such buildings for the benefit of all. However, the process of achieving suitable levels of performance and safety, while maintaining the historical fabric and experience, can pose many challenges for regulators, designer and contractors, since any renovation o ...
... deal of effort is expended to preserve such buildings for the benefit of all. However, the process of achieving suitable levels of performance and safety, while maintaining the historical fabric and experience, can pose many challenges for regulators, designer and contractors, since any renovation o ...
SQUA A E ARE - Assura Existin - A Sys ance w ng Bui Ef stem f
... this work, from planning of the work site itself, to strategies for rent levels and disposition of tenants within the area to maintain social relations and networks. In future projects, the housing association Alingsåshem AB intends to work according to a planning model which, to a greater extent th ...
... this work, from planning of the work site itself, to strategies for rent levels and disposition of tenants within the area to maintain social relations and networks. In future projects, the housing association Alingsåshem AB intends to work according to a planning model which, to a greater extent th ...
TALL BUILDINGS - The Concrete Centre
... productivity the floorplates were constructed in two parts. One half of the floorplate was cast first, allowing shuttering for the columns and walls to be erected, while on the other half, the floorplate falsework and reinforcement were being installed prior to casting. This system helped ensure the ...
... productivity the floorplates were constructed in two parts. One half of the floorplate was cast first, allowing shuttering for the columns and walls to be erected, while on the other half, the floorplate falsework and reinforcement were being installed prior to casting. This system helped ensure the ...
Identity in Igbo Architecture - OhioLINK Electronic Theses and
... commanding public edifices or mud houses, are usually constructed in accordance with the laws of physics, in ways that embody cultural values and world-view of the builders. From the earliest time, the construction of buildings has involved the solving of problems arising from the organization of sp ...
... commanding public edifices or mud houses, are usually constructed in accordance with the laws of physics, in ways that embody cultural values and world-view of the builders. From the earliest time, the construction of buildings has involved the solving of problems arising from the organization of sp ...
- Concrete Construction
... ilt-up concrete construction is making an impact worldwide, as illustrated by the 10 notable structures profiled on these pages. All the projects—from a middle school in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., to an office/warehouse/training center in Buenos Aires, Argentina—are winners of the 1998 Tilt-Up Achievemen ...
... ilt-up concrete construction is making an impact worldwide, as illustrated by the 10 notable structures profiled on these pages. All the projects—from a middle school in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., to an office/warehouse/training center in Buenos Aires, Argentina—are winners of the 1998 Tilt-Up Achievemen ...
Precast Provides High Performance—Efficiently
... team to create the design plan for the campus. The team compiled an updated program and master plan to properly size the building and bring the variety of functions together into one location. “The new site provided many challenges to this effort, as it had grade changes of more than 60 feet in plac ...
... team to create the design plan for the campus. The team compiled an updated program and master plan to properly size the building and bring the variety of functions together into one location. “The new site provided many challenges to this effort, as it had grade changes of more than 60 feet in plac ...
14 How Buildings Twist During Earthquakes?
... slender the building is worse are the overturning effects of an earthquake and greater are the earthquake stresses in the outer columns, particularly the overturning compressive forces, which can be very difficult to deal with. Some experts suggest limiting the height / depth ratio to 3 or 4, to saf ...
... slender the building is worse are the overturning effects of an earthquake and greater are the earthquake stresses in the outer columns, particularly the overturning compressive forces, which can be very difficult to deal with. Some experts suggest limiting the height / depth ratio to 3 or 4, to saf ...
Chapter 06-Architectural Consideration
... includes the characteristic of proportion. In addition, our definition includes the nature, size and location of the structural elements, because these are often determined by the architectural design of the building, and are a subject of mutual agreement between architect and engineer. This extende ...
... includes the characteristic of proportion. In addition, our definition includes the nature, size and location of the structural elements, because these are often determined by the architectural design of the building, and are a subject of mutual agreement between architect and engineer. This extende ...
Oriental Bay - Wellington City Council
... Area). Under the District Plan rules, new building development and significant alterations and additions to existing buildings within the Oriental Bay Height Area are a Discretionary Activity (Restricted). Council’s discretion is restricted to the design, external appearance and siting of buildings. ...
... Area). Under the District Plan rules, new building development and significant alterations and additions to existing buildings within the Oriental Bay Height Area are a Discretionary Activity (Restricted). Council’s discretion is restricted to the design, external appearance and siting of buildings. ...
017Anthony.Psychological Aspects.Architecture of Tall Buildings.1995
... readers are referred to thi s excellent source, whi ch is far more comprehensive than what can be covered here. Nonetheless, since so many years have elapsed in the meantime, this chapter updates and builds upon the valuable information from thi s classic text. A diverse set of issues is raised in t ...
... readers are referred to thi s excellent source, whi ch is far more comprehensive than what can be covered here. Nonetheless, since so many years have elapsed in the meantime, this chapter updates and builds upon the valuable information from thi s classic text. A diverse set of issues is raised in t ...
Zoning - Global Urban Development
... with each building cutting off the others’ sunlight and views, turning the narrow side streets into perpetually dark and impassable canyons. Business leaders finally perceived by 1916 that public regulation was the only viable solution. The new Equitable Building in downtown Manhattan demonstrated t ...
... with each building cutting off the others’ sunlight and views, turning the narrow side streets into perpetually dark and impassable canyons. Business leaders finally perceived by 1916 that public regulation was the only viable solution. The new Equitable Building in downtown Manhattan demonstrated t ...
usu historical buildings
... Thompson were selected by the Board of Trustees just two weeks after the land for the Logan campus was secured. The site was chosen the next day so that the main tower would be due east of the end of Logan’s Seventh Street—Today’s Fifth North. Construction began immediately on the south wing of the ...
... Thompson were selected by the Board of Trustees just two weeks after the land for the Logan campus was secured. The site was chosen the next day so that the main tower would be due east of the end of Logan’s Seventh Street—Today’s Fifth North. Construction began immediately on the south wing of the ...
Natural Ventilation of Tall Buildings – Options and Limitations
... be a lengthy process involving several stages, which are likely to be iterative. CIBSE AM10 2005, is probably the most comprehensive design guidance available for non-domestic buildings and in principle can be applied to tall buildings. In very simple terms, the design process can be divided into fo ...
... be a lengthy process involving several stages, which are likely to be iterative. CIBSE AM10 2005, is probably the most comprehensive design guidance available for non-domestic buildings and in principle can be applied to tall buildings. In very simple terms, the design process can be divided into fo ...
Stalinist architecture
Stalinist architecture (Russian: ста́линский ампи́р stalinskiy ampir – Stalin's Empire style or Russian: ста́линский неоренесса́нс stalinskiy neorenessans – Stalin's Neo-renaissance), also referred to as Stalinist Empire style, or Socialist Classicism, is a term given to architecture of the Soviet Union under the leadership of Joseph Stalin, between 1933, when Boris Iofan's draft for Palace of the Soviets was officially approved, and 1955, when Nikita Khrushchev condemned ""excesses"" of the past decades and disbanded the Soviet Academy of Architecture. Stalinist architecture is associated with the socialist realism school of art and architecture.