Sentences with phrase «american architects»

Inspired by modern American architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright, the house is built on a slope, meaning the second storey sits on the same level as the road and the ground floor opens up onto the subterranean garden.

American architects also favored the style for political reasons: the War of 1812 cast England in an unfavorable light; and public sentiment favored the Greeks in their war for independence in the 1820s.

Frank Lloyd - Wright is easily one of the most famous American architects of all time; this remarkable home in the Laurel Highlands, built for Pittsburgh retail magnate Edgar J. Kaufmann, is one of his most well - known works, notable as much for its timeless, earthy interiors as the iconic, tiered exterior.

American architects Alexander Jackson Davis and Andrew Jackson Downing championed Gothic in domestic buildings in the 1830s.

The prestigious Emerging Voices Award was created in 1982 by the Architectural League of New York to showcase the work of early - to mid-career North American architects.

Deconstructivism was pioneered by the Canadian - American Frank O. Gehry (b. 1929), one of the most innovative American architects of the postmodern era.

The growing concrete jungle of American cities, complete with its towering skyscraper architecture, attracted the technical and artistic skills of a number of talented American architects, including such diverse figures as Frank Lloyd Wright (1867 - 1959), Walter Gropius (1883 - 1969), Mies van der Rohe (1886 - 1969)- champion of the «International Style», and leader of the Second Chicago School of Architecture - the world famous firm of architects Skidmore, Owings and Merrill and their revolutionary designer Fazlur Khan (1929 - 82), as well as Philip Johnson (1906 - 2005), I.M.Pei (b. 1917) and Frank O. Gehry (b. 1929).

American architects of the period include Thomas Jefferson (1743 - 1826), William Thornton (1759 - 1828), James Hoban (1762 - 1831), Charles Bulfinch (1763 - 1844) and Benjamin Latrobe (1764 - 1820).

Walter Gropius and Marcel Breuer taught at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, influencing the likes of I.M. Pei, Lawrence Halprin and Paul Rudolph, among others; Herbert Bayer organized and designed a major exhibition of Bauhaus work at the Museum of Modern Art, New York in 1938 - 9; Mies van der Rohe relocated to Chicago, where he enjoyed the patronage of Philip Johnson (1906 - 2005)- one of the most influential American architects of his day, with whom he later designed the landmark Seagram Building - and became one of the leading figures in American architecture; Moholy - Nagy also settled in Chicago and set up the New Bauhaus school with philanthropist Walter Paepcke.

Notable American architects who produced Federal Style designs included: Charles Bulfinch (1763 - 1844) and William Thornton (1759 - 1828), as well as Asher Benjamin (1773 - 1845), Samuel McIntire (1757 - 1811) and Alexander Parris (1780 - 1852).

He received a Delineation Award from the Florida Association of the American Institute of Architects and his work has been published in Drawings by American Architects and Presentation Drawings by American Architects.

She was one of the very few female American architects in her day.

In reaction to the «glass boxes» issue, some younger American architects such as Michael Graves (1945 ---RRB- have rejected the austere, boxy look in favor of postmodern buildings, such as those by Philip C. Johnson (1906 — 2005) with striking contours and bold decoration that alludes to historical styles of architecture.

American architects further developed this style in the Philippines, given the Philippines» Spanish heritage, but at the same time modernizing the buildings with American amenities.

«The bar captured an elegance in simplicity; a style that greatly influenced the work of Frank Lloyd Wright and other American architects in the Prairie School,» the company says.

Don't miss the Albright - Knox Art Gallery, a bastion for 20th - century American art, or Hotel Henry, a stylish 88 - room sleep built inside an abandoned 1870s asylum designed by lauded American architect Henry Hobson Richardson.

Abaza is following in the footsteps of Richard Buckminster Fuller, the maverick American architect and futurologist who was born 100 years ago next week.

Launching today in - store at Barneys, the 12 - piece unisex capsule collection includes technical outwear, jersey hoodies, drawstring track pants and logoed t - shirts, inspired by the «form follows function» ethos popularised by American architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

Much has been made of casting Pierce Brosnan as Sam the American architect, the fellow Donna fell hardest for 20 years before, and it's true: the guy can't carry a tune in a bucket.

He debates whether or not to sleep with Monica with a famous American architect played by Alec Baldwin.

The Submission BY AMY WALDMAN A novel that examines what happens after a jury in charge of selecting a ground zero - like memorial chooses a design created by a Muslim - American architect.

Amy Waldman's The Submission, a novel in which a Muslim American architect wins the commission for a 9/11 memorial, and Adam Goodheart's 1861: The Civil War Awakening, a wonderfully dense, almost day - to - day portrait of America coming apart.

Amy Waldman's The Submission, a novel in which a Muslim American architect wins the commission...

The American architect Louis Sullivan coined the phrase «form follows function,» and this is true of classrooms as well.

Middleburg, VA — One of the most understated product launches in recent memory, that showcasing the mid-cycle freshening of Volkswagen's Jetta sedan for 2015, instantly calls to mind the aphorism generally attributed to German - American architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe: «God is in the details.»

They include Malcolm, a light - skinned African American architect from a wealthy background; JB, an occasional drug - using artist of Haitian ancestry (the author does a great job of describing his art — no easy task); Willem, the handsome actor who, as we first meet him, is, of course, waiting tables downtown; and, at center stage, Jude.

The premier American architect gets the customarily slick and insightful Ken Burns treatment in this engrossing profile of the notoriously arrogant prodigy.

Paolo studied under Frank Lloyd Wright who in 1991 the American Institute of Architects designated «the greatest American architect».

Designed by American architect Bill Bensley, the boutique hotel — which opens in January — will be filled with antiques (opium beds; Siamese maps) and flea - market finds (velvet French cinema seating).

The resort will be designed and built by Bangkok - based American architect Bill Bensley according to UNESCO guidelines, and will also be the site for the first philanthropic hospitality school in Laos, which will give back to the local community by providing its students with professional hospitality training.

They hired the American architect Mary E J Colter to design permanent lodging at Phantom Ranch.

At Hotel Aleph in central Rome, renowned American architect Adam D. Tihany takes on the role of Dante's Virgil leading his guests through... Read More

George Washington Smith, (February 22, 1876 — March 16, 1930), was an American architect and painter.

James Gamble Rogers II (January 24, 1901 — October 30, 1990) was a celebrated American architect practicing primarily in Winter Park, Florida in the middle years of the twentieth century.

Lilian Jeannette Rice (June 12, 1889 — December 22, 1938) was an eco-conscious, early 20th - century American architect working primarily in the California Spanish Colonial Revival style.

Howard Montalbert Reynolds, Sr. (June 17, 1885 - October 21, 1943) was an American architect practicing in Orlando, Florida in the 1920s.

This Boutique Hotel is designed by famous American Architect Reza Kabul and is located in the midst of the bustling ambiance that surrounds the Dubai Investments Park (DIP).

George Bigelow Rogers (1870 — 1945) was an American architect, best known for the wide variety of buildings that he designed in Mobile, Alabama, including mansions in historic European styles and other private residences, churches and public buildings, and the first 11 - story skyscraper in Mobile and the Southeast United States.

Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue (April 28, 1869 — April 23, 1924) was an American architect celebrated for his work in Gothic Revival and Spanish Colonial Revival design.

Frederick H. Trimble was an American architect in Central Florida from the early 1900s through the 1920s.

Inspired by the iconic designs of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, Casa Jardin Escondido exemplifies attention to detail and seamless indoor outdoor transitions.

This spectacular exclusive Caribbean resort villa in the Dominican Republic, was lovingly designed and constructed over a 15 - month period by an award - winning American architect.

Playacar Golf Club is a beautiful Championship Golf Course designed and constructed under the supervision of the famous American architect Robert Von Hagge, who has designed some of the best golf courses all around the world.

John Portman, an American architect and developer who popularized hotels with soaring atria such as the Hyatt Regency Atlanta while also helping revitalize downtown districts in multiple U.S. cities, died Friday at the age of 93.

Located on the school's River Park campus, the former textile warehouse turned arts center was designed by American architect Tom Kundig, owner of the Seattle - based firm Olson Kundig Architects.

Dennis Brack (American, b. 1939), I.M. Pei, Chinese — American Architect], 1978, gelatin silver print.

Situated in Bangkok's Siam Square and established in 2006 by American architect David Mayer, owner of the renowned architecture and interior design company of the same name, and Thailand artist and curator Maitree Siriboon, Whitespace Gallery is one of best known independent art galleries from Thailand.

The 210,000 - square - foot museum is distinguished by a grand historic building designed in the 1920s by renowned American architect John Russell Pope and two beautifully landscaped sculpture gardens.

She most recently curated Louis I. Kahn, The Power of Architecture, a definitive retrospective of the American architect's portfolio.

The 210,000 - square - foot museum is also distinguished by a grand historic building designed in the 1920s by renowned American architect John Russell Pope and two beautifully landscaped gardens featuring an array of 20th - century sculpture.