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1966réf. 901334Kokushai Bunka Shinkokai. Very Good with no dust jacket. Hardcover. Exlibrary with usual library markings. Rebound.; 442 pages . 1966. Kokushai Bunka Shinkokai hardcover
1846réf. 0008413London: Richard Bentley 1846. First edition. Hardcover. Very Good. Steel Engravings and woodcuts. 8vo; ix 437 pages contemporary 3/4 brown morocco marbled papers rubbed extremities tight all edges gilt 10 steel Engravings and 19 wood engravings. Nathaniel Armstrong Wells was a high-born wealthy man of mixed parentage: three-fourths European one quarter African. Richard Bentley hardcover
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1998réf. AC-48Gloucester Mass.: Rockport 1998. Comprehensive text illustrates an array of designed environments intended to create a better quality of life and explores the new awareness architecture about design living and building that connects mind and body encompassing time and place and true well being. Features a diverse range of projects from an urban hospital's healing garden to a major manufacturing and distribution center. Includes some of the newest work being built according to criteria that considers the human implications of design; presenting life-enhancing designs in a variety of projects- healthcare corporate industrial educational and residential. 192 pgs. Illustrated. Minor tiny scuff to lower outer edge; dustjacket has a small chunk missing on top edge; in mylar. Very minimal shelfwear. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Rockport Hardcover
1970réf. AC-83Barcelona Spain: Salvat Editores S.A. 1970. Comprehensive text presents a detailed history of the castles of Spain. Includes an alphabetical index of 107 individual castles and an index of the castles within the particular province. Contains 107 full-page color photographs of each of the castles. Frontispiece. Approximately 200 pgs. Text in Spanish. Tiny scuff on the blank margin of the last two prologue pages. Prior ownership inscription barely visible on the front endpaper. Gilt spine and front cover. Minimal shelfwear. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Salvat Editores, S.A. Hardcover
1999réf. AC-73New York: Guggenheim Museum Publications 1999. This book published on the occasion of an exhibition at the Deutsche Guggenheim Berlin draws upon the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum's extensive holdings of Flavin's work which includes representative examples of each of the formats he developed over the course of his career. Flooded with color on every page this volume provides a wide-ranging view of Flavin's work and intellectual thought bringing together contributions by a number of critics and art historians and including excerpted writings by the artist. Flavin devised a radical new art form that circumvented the limits imposed by frames pedestals and other conventional means of display. His embrace of the unadorned fluorescent light as an aesthetic object placed him at the forefront of Minimal art. 96 pgs. Illustrated. Prior owner's small initial on outer edge. Dustjacket in mylar. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Guggenheim Museum Publications Hardcover
2001réf. AC-15Paris France: Editions Du Chene 2001. Lavishly colour illustrated text contains a wide variety of interior design ideas to enhance the senses including artistic decorative styles with floral bouquets sachets perfumes aromatherapy etc. Detailed instructions on creating these sensory designs are included. Text in French. 160 pgs. Corners slightly bumped. Dustjacket in mylar. First Edition. Hard Cover. As New/As New. Illus. by DuronsoyYves. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Editions Du Chene Hardcover
1978réf. AC-47Tokyo Japan: Process Architecture Publishing 1978. Detailed text presents an overview of the idea of design process in the works of Lawrence Halprin focusing on the "workshop" approach to "collective creativity" used throughout his work particularly in larger scale works like comprehensive conservation in the planning of national and regional parks and urban planning. The works included in this text range from the small scale of McIntyre house garden to large scale city planning- like the master plan developed for Everett Washington. Throughout his work Halprin emphasized population impact mobility new forms of group living land ownership new forms of energy and systems for democratic forms of development control. 262 pgs. Illustrated. Text in English and Japanese. Slight vertical crease on front cover. Minimal shelfwear. Scarce. First Edition. Pictorial Soft Cover. Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Process Architecture Publishing paperback
1999réf. AC-21Chicago Illinois: American Planner's Association 1999. Detailed text contains a brief history of the geographic and economic background of Seattle Washington including its urban growth; architectural buildings and residential neighborhoods; public spaces; city centers; streets; public works; urban housing; business districts; etc. 170 pgs. Illustrated. Gilt spine and front cover. First Edition. Hard Cover. As New/ . 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. American Planner's Association Hardcover
1981réf. AC-65New York: McGraw-Hill 1981. Comprehensive reference text presents detailed topics covering conservation in exterior and interior design and construction; implementing energy conservation measures; on-site energy systems; energy conservation and load management; industrial sector conservation modalities; environmental impacts of energy technology; etc. 270 pgs. Illustrated. Inscribed & signed by the author on inside front cover. Dustjacket in mylar. Minimal shelfwear. Signed by Author. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. . McGraw-Hill Hardcover
1993réf. AC-7Philadelphia PA.: American Society for Testing and Materials 1993. Comprehensive reference text presents a broad range of topics covering masonry design and detail installation materials testing and evaluation strategies and techniques including statistical modelling; flexural bond strength testing; compatibility of brick and mortar; economical design of shelf angles; air and water penetration problems; comparison of laboratory freeze-thaw procedures; field evaluations of brick masonry; etc. 431 pgs. Illustrated. Very minimal shelfwear. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/ . 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. American Society for Testing and Materials Hardcover
1998réf. AC-72Paris France: Flammarion 1998. This book celebrates the simple beauty of authentic wooden houses. Les intérieurs de ce type d'habitation se déclinent en une multitude de styles du style colonial au style rustique en passant par les styles western et shaker. The interiors of this type of housing is available in a variety of styles from colonial style to western and shaker styles. Photos d'ambiance ou détails de mobilier d'objets Maisons en bois présente de somptueuses illustrations qui sont autant de leçons de décoration. Photos details furniture objectsand wooden houses the illustrations serve as detailed decorating lessons. Ce livre ravira ceux qui rêvent de posséder ces maisons chaleureuses. 192 pgs.Illustrated. Dustjacket in mylar. First Edition. Hard Cover. As New/As New. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Flammarion Hardcover
1977réf. AC-51Stroudsburg PA.: Dowden Hutchinson & Ross 1977. Classic scholarly text presents detailed technical papers covering the principle features of the acoustics of buildings emphasizing sound insulation in buildings; from a theoretical and techniques standpoint and the subjective effects on people. Topics include: room acoustics- techniques and theories; theatrical and auditorium acoustics; reverberation; sound insulation- techniques and theories; speech privacy in buildings; sound insulation requirements between dwellings; transmission of sound through partition walls; etc. 428 pgs. Illustrated. Gilt spine and front cover.Small stamps to front endpaper and title pg. Minimal shelfwear. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Ex-Library. Dowden, Hutchinson & Ross Hardcover
1981réf. AC-81New York: Whitney Library of Design 1981. Comprehensive text presents a critical analysis of one of Britain's most famous and controversial architects- Edwin Lutyens and traces his prolific career and reveals aspects of his architectural theory by focusing on his country houses. Topics include: Lutyen's background and influences; his work derived from the vernacular; his association with the noted landscape gardner Gertrude Jekyll; his developing use of criticism beginning with additions to Crooksbury in 1898 and later with Heathcote 1906 and Gledstone Hall 1919; alterations restorations and later monumental works such as the British Embassy in Washington D.C. 1925 and Middleton Park 1935-1938. The author covers 41 of Lutyen's most important works and illustrates them with excellent photographs and drawings. 168 pgs. Illustrated with 150 black/white photographs. Gilt spine. Prior ownership name-stamp on lower front endpaper. Dustjacket has a few tiny closed tears on the upper edge; in mylar. Minimal rubbing and shelfwear to text. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. Oblong. Whitney Library of Design Hardcover
1981réf. AC-80New York: Whitney Library of Design 1981. Comprehensive preminent monograph on Voysey's architecture traces the progress and development of Charles Voysey's career and features major buildings as well as unbuilt projects. Includes coverage of the establishment of Voysey's practice; early experimental designs for both furniture and houses which laid the groundwork for his mature style; Voysey's most prosperous years during which his greatest houses including Moor Crag of 1898 were designed and his finest furniture produced. 160 pgs. Illustrated with 125 black/white photographs and many of Voysey's own drawings. Gilt spine. Prior ownership name-stamp on lower front endpaper. A few minor tiny closed tears on the upper edge of dustjacket; in mylar. Minimal rubbing and shelfwear to text. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. Oblong. Whitney Library of Design Hardcover
1996réf. AC-2New York: Cambridge University Press 1996. Scholarly text examines the Unity Temple in light of Wright's earlier religious architecture his methods of design his innovative construction techniques particularly the use of reinforced concrete which was here exploited and deployed for the first time. The Unity Temple is treated as a work of art that embodies both Frank Llloyd Wright's theory of architecture and liberal religious ideals. 365 pgs. Illustrated with over 150 figures. Minor small publisher's mark on lower outer edge. Dustjacket in mylar. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Cambridge University Press Hardcover
2008réf. AC-91Washington D.C.: U.S. Green Building Council 2008. The LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance Rating System provides a tool for building owners managers and practitioners to maximize the operational efficiency of their buildings while minimizing environmental impacts. For each credit the LEED for Existing Buildings: O&M Reference Guide provides: overview and points per credit summary of reference standard where applicable recommended operational strategies and technologies potential design synergies and trade-offs submittal documentation list calculation methods and formulas environmental importance economic issues where available resources and definitions and case studies where available. 532 pp. Illustrated. Minimal shelfwear. First Edition. Soft Cover. Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. U.S. Green Building Council Paperback
1991réf. AC-28Berlin - Stuttgart Germany: Ernst & Sohn Verlag 1991. Classic text illustrates Jorn Utzon's interest in the relationship between human beings and their environment- houses gardens and the immediate neighborhood. Domestic architecture formed an important part of his work hence the Fredensborg estate remains the finest postwar housing in Denmark. The houses in Fredensborg were built as attractive retirement homes for Danish citizens who had spent long periods abroad. Each of the 77 courtyard houses are strongly individual and personal and satisy the human needs for privacy and fellowship. 59 pgs. Illustrated. Dustjacket in mylar. . First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. Illus. by Frederiksen Jens. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Ernst & Sohn Verlag Hardcover
1935réf. 007620Paris: The Pegasus Press 1935. Excellent book on Tino Di Camaino Sculptor of the 14th Century information on his life and works limited edition of 450 this is number 391. Contains 168 pages of text with 83 plates of the sculptures at rear and 28 illustrations in the text all pages in very bright clean condition just a couple of small ink marks on front blank endpaper. NO dustwrapper outer boards have a few light marks and slight fade to spine gold lettering is fded on spine. HEAVY BOOK 2.1Kg with sound packaging EXTRA POSTAGE REQUIRED FOR OVERSEAS. A nice example of this book SEE IMAGES. DETAILED IMAGES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST. First Limited/ Numbered Edition. Cloth Covered Boards. Good Plus/No Jacket. 12 ¾ x 9¾ Inches. Hardcover. The Pegasus Press Hardcover
1892réf. 041917Chicago: A. C. Mcclurg 1892. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Good. Vii 450 Pp. Blue Cloth Gilt. First Edition With 1892 Date On Title Page. Cover Gilt Bright Spine Gilt With Some Wear. The Binding Is Worn Completely Frayed Across Both Ends Of The Spine Tips With Small Frays Front Hinge Tight; Rear Hinge Cracked With Thin Line Of Exposure Of Webbing. Inscribed "Ariana R W Curtis / Palazzo Barbaro / Venice/ From The Author" And With Latimer's Handwritten Summary Of Her Writings To 1892 Tipped On To The Rear Free Endpaper. The Palazzi Barbaro Are A Pair Of Adjoining Palaces Formerly One Of The Homes Of The Patrician Barbaro Family On The Grand Canal Of Venice. It Is One Of The Least Altered Of The Gothic Palaces Of Venice.The First Of The Two Palaces Is In The Venetian Gothic Style And Was Built In 1425 By Giovanni Bon One Of Venice's Master Stonemasons. While The Palazzo Remained The Barbaro Family'S Property They Did Not Always Live There. In 1499 It Served As The French Embassy To The Republic Of Venice. In 1524 Isabella D'Este Widow Of Francesco Ii Gonzaga Marquess Of Mantua And The Sister Of Alfonso I D'este Was Living At The Palazzo Barbaro. In 1797 The Palazzi Belonged To Senator Zuanne Barbaro. After The Barbaro Family Died Out In The Middle Of The 19Th Century The Palazzo Was Bought By A Series Of Speculators Who Auctioned Off Furniture And Paintings. In 1881 The Older Palazzo Was Rented By Daniel Sargent Curtis 1825-1908 A Relative Of The American Painter John Singer Sargent And His Wife Ariana Randolph Wormeley 1833-1922 Who Purchased It In 1885. The Curtises Begun A Thorough Restoration And Kept The Palace With Love And Dedication Bringing It Back To Social And Cultural Life And Making It The Meeting Place For Some Cosmopolitan Americans And Others With Visits From Sargent Ariana'S Sisters The Translator Katherine Prescott Wormeley And The Prolific Authoress And Translator Elizabeth Wormeley Latimer Their Son The Artist Ralph Wormeley Curtis Henry James Whistler Robert Browning And Claude Monet. Other Members Of The "Barbaro Circle" Included Bernard Berenson William Merritt Chase Isabella Stewart Gardner Edith Wharton And Charles Eliot Norton. Henry James Finished The Aspern Papers At A Desk That Is Still Housed In The Palace Today; James Considered The Barbaro Ballroom The Finest Example Of A Venetian Baroque Interior And Included A Description In His Novel The Wings Of The Dove And A Scene From The Recent Movie Was Filmed There. In 1898 John Singer Sargent Painted A Group Portrait Of The Curtis Family In The Salon Titled "An Interior In Venice". Isabella Stewart Gardner An Art Collector And The Foremost Patron Of The Arts In Her Time Had Her Portrait Painted At The Barbaro By Anders Zorn In 1894; She Fell In Love With It Renting It Several Times From 1890 When The Curtis' Were Traveling And When She Went Back To Boston She Built Her "Venetian Palazzo" An Interpretation Of The Renaissance Palaces Of Venice. A. C. Mcclurg hardcover
1958réf. 059178Reinhold Publishing 1958. 1st Edition 2nd Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Good. 362 Pp. Green Cloth Gilt. First Edition 1958. Near Fine. Inscribed From Williams To Contributor Robert Meyerhof. Dust Jacket Worn Small Losses At Edges. Reinhold Publishing hardcover
1955réf. 160479Cambridge Universtiy Press 1955. Hard Cover. Fine/No Jacket. Cullen Gordon. Book is in excellent condition as new. Binding is solid and square covers have sharp corners exterior shows no blemishes text/interior is clean and free of marking of any kind save gift inscription at front. Elaborately marbled paper covers with 1/4 green cloth gilt building in the middle of a round of oxblood in the middle of the marbling. 1/500 copies printed ""for presentation by the University Printer to friend in printing and publishing."" 36 pages in oblong format with full page b&w illustrations throughout. Very pretty. Scholarly interpretation of Nicholas Hawksmoor's eighteenth-century proposals for reforming and rebuilding Cambridge analyzing the Baroque architect's unrealized urban planning scheme and architectural vision for transforming the university town through a series of monumental civic improvements and academic buildings. Keywords: Urban Planning Georgian Architecture Baroque Design Unrealized Schemes University Town 18th Century Architectural Drawings Academic Buildings Wren Office English Baroque City Improvement Historical Analysis Cambridge Universtiy Press hardcover
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réf. Z1-A-012-02032Thomas Telford Publishing. Used - Good. Ships from UK in 48 hours or less usually same day. Your purchase helps support Sri Lankan Children's Charity 'The Rainbow Centre'. Ex-library so some stamps and wear but in good overall condition. 100% money back guarantee. We are a world class secondhand bookstore based in Hertfordshire United Kingdom and specialize in high quality textbooks across an enormous variety of subjects. We aim to provide a vast range of textbooks rare and collectible books at a great price. Our donations to The Rainbow Centre have helped provide an education and a safe haven to hundreds of children who live in appalling conditions. We provide a 100% money back guarantee and are dedicated to providing our customers with the highest standards of service in the bookselling industry. Thomas Telford Publishing unknown
2004réf. 2378568Editorial Gustavo Gili 2004. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In poor condition suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item1000grams ISBN:9789688874011 Editorial Gustavo Gili paperback