Sentences with phrase «architectural history of»
«ARS longa...» goes the saying, even though the architectural history of New York is full of artistic buildings that have not endured.
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Firelei Báez's installation will recall the sedimentary architectural history of colonial structures, indigenous and occupying cultures layered on the walls.
Compounding this detailed archival amassment are sophisticated references to the architectural history of Los Angeles, as well as to its filmic inspiration — Chris Marker's dystopic romance La Jetée (1962).
These seemingly mobile metal and textile structures comment directly on the architectural history of Tramway as they are designed specifically to fit within the tram tracks that still remain in the floor.
Its design and vision artfully combine the rich architectural history of South Beach's Art Deco District with the multi-faceted cultural history of the International Art Deco movement, particularly its influence in Asia.
Its design vision artfully combines the rich architectural history of the neighborhood and its cultural diversity with the International Art Deco movement, particularly its influence in Asia.
Architectural histories of the city told me what styles predominated in the 1850s, when the boarding house on O'Farrell was supposedly built.
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The Rosedale neighbourhood offers a rich history with a wide range of architectural styles and heritage sites sprinkled throughout the area.
Both Shortt and Guay say the decision was ultimately an easy one, given Chicago's rich history of crime and corruption, its suitability for gameplay elements (the waterways and bridges will come into play) and its architectural beauty.
While a handful of architectural salvager firms exist in Ontario and Quebec, Uniquities is virtually a soloist in the West, serving a growing core who appreciate the history of humble bricks.
This is one of the wealthiest and most exclusive areas in the country and it's known for its large, historical homes, rich architectural history and top - notch school system.
This unusual animation gives an architectural twist to the history and possible dark future of climate change.
His work is contemporary not because of its rejection of the past but through its judicious and organic development of history's architectural best.
Those mansions weren't just pieces of architectural history.
The church therefore would seem to have much to offer the New Urbanist enterprise out of its own long intellectual and spiritual traditions — not least a serious and sophisticated view of human nature and human community, a pastoral mandate to serve rich and poor, and a long history of urban and architectural patronage.
The English landscape is dotted with architectural follies, and English history is dotted with the sort of eccentric who would build them.
She has a love for the study of art history, travel, fitness, interior and architectural design.
The Modern Wing of the Art Institute of Chicago: Adler Planetarium: Salvage One: Morgan Manufacturing: A New Leaf: The Ivy Room: Artifact Events and Architectural Artifacts: Cafe Brauer and Lincoln Park Zoo: The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum: Chicago History Museum: Ovation: The Langham Hotel: Chicago Botanic Gardens: The Drake Hotel: Venue Six10 at Spertus Museum: Ignite Glass Studios: School of the Art Institute of Chicago Ballroom: Skyline Loft at Bridgeport Art Center: Union Station: Waldorf Astoria Hotel: more venues
Christine Hiskey trawled through thousands of papers scattered across the estate and has produced a wonderful portrait Holkham The Social, Architectural and Landscape History of a Great English Country House (Unicorn Publishing).
The site is in the heart of a wonderful neighborhood steeped in history and architectural character.
Cuomo is marinated in politics, and he showed that having an intimate knowledge of everything from the state capitol's architectural history to the weaknesses of its current inhabitants can be extremely useful.
A professor of urban architectural history at City College has said the project should be smaller and that the cul - de-sac should be left intact.
Architectural and Engineering Services Limited (AESL), has downplayed concerns that a significant portion of Ghana's history has been erased with the demolition of parts of the Old Parliament House.
While you explore Berlin's scorching hot street art, check out its architectural wonders, or walk in the steps of its powerful history, I've included some of our favorite places for healthy, green snacks and meals.
But though it lacks the storied history and thrilling architectural tapestry of other regional capitals, there's plenty here to encourage you to linger awhile before making...
Chernihivs architectural monuments chronicle two most flourishing periods in the city history - those of Kievan Rus and of the Cossack Hetmanate.
If you have a complaint about Scotland has lively and friendly cities, often of great architectural significance, and a rich history and heritage dating back thousands of years with
Chernihiv's architectural monuments chronicle two most flourishing periods in the city's history - those of Kievan Rus» (11th and 12th centuries) and of A guide to river cruises in Russia on the Volga, Dnieper, Don and Neva, including information on key stops such as Moscow and St Petersburg, tour operator
Released: August 4 Cast: Hayley Lu Richardson, John Cho, Parker Posey, Rory Culkin Director: Kogonada Why it's great: Set against the real - life architectural wonders of Columbus, Indiana, this blissful drama pairs Casey (Richardson), a fresh - out - of - high - school librarian who studies town history by day and cares for her ex-meth-addict mother by night, and Jin (Cho), a Korean book translator who returns to the Midwest when his father, a prominent designer, takes ill.
Plainspoken and witty, it qualifies as social history, film theory, personal reverie, architectural history and criticism, a bittersweet meditation on automotive transport, a critical history of mass transit in southern California, a wisecracking compilation of local folklore, «a city symphony in reverse,» and a song of nostalgia for lost neighborhoods such as Bunker Hill and unchronicled lifestyles such as those of locals who walk or take buses.
The design builds on the site's history as a farm, with an informal typology to deliver a series of distinct yet coherent architectural components echoing the school's agricultural past.
Grades 6 - 8 Lesson: Castles & Cornerstones This lesson will explore the historic importance and function of castles in King Arthur's time and introduce students to a general history of castles and architectural terms
Mike Taylor tells the story / 1898 Daimler: A True Horseless Carriage — David Burgess-Wise recounts the history of one of the very earliest Coventry Daimlers and describes its recent meticulous restoration by Fairbourne Carriages / The Architectural Heritage of the Motor Car — Ahead of the publication of Carscapes, John Minnis highlights some motoring - related buildings recently listed / Colin Chapman's Goggomobil — Edited for publication by Sandy Skinner, this is Robin Read's full account of the birth of what is known as the Chapman Strut
The sessions will feature companies and individuals with rich histories of producing sophisticated advancements in the automotive and collision - repair fields, and will highlight architectural and technological developments in modern vehicles, and how those advancements intersect with the repair process.
According to historical maps and histories of San Francisco, by 1879, when my first book opens, the streets north of Market and between Van Ness and the financial district to the east were built up with a variety of residential and commercial buildings representing a variety of architectural styles.
The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas takes a unique approach to representing the culture of Hawai`i by sharing the history of the island through various architectural designs, décor and experiences.
Guided tours include the history, architectural significance and enchanting stories of mystery and intrigue.
Not only is the town steeped in architectural history but it also has plenty of delicious wine and magnificent vineyards that you can visit, all which ensure it is a popular stop on the Cape Winelands route.
In short, it is a mixture of history, art and admiration for the architectural wonders built by the Incas, which combine with the monumental aspect of the remains of Colonial and Republican times, which are part of the Historical Center of Cusco, Humanity's Cultural Patrimony.
Not least of which include the mighty Maya and Aztec history, resulting in the incredible architectural sites of Chichen Itza, an enormous Mayan Pyramid and even the capital, Mexico City, once known as Tenochtitlan, which served as the centre of the Aztec empire.
The architectural conversion of this estate accomplished by Mireille Pellen, heritage architect, in collaboration with landscapists from PEP's (for outdoor settings) and Annie Zeau (for interior decorating) permitted the restoration and extension of the group of buildings allowing luxury hotel accommodations in a remarkable site overflowing with history.
Regensburg, Germany, is a fascinating medieval city that history buffs will love with its 1,300 listed buildings of «historical interest» and architectural wonders, such as the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria, gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD.
As the only museum - related research facility in the world dedicated to the study of American Modernism (late nineteenth century — present), it sponsors research in the fields of art history, architectural history and design, literature, music and photography.
Opening in 1891, rich in history and architectural integrity, Green Park Inn is the last of the «Grand Manor Hotels» in Western North Carolina.
As we took the servants staircase to the attic, the guide explained about the history and unique architectural features of the Casa Milà, also called La Pedrera (the stone quarry).
The rich history of different nations gave life to a fascinating place such as Curacao, the largest island in the Netherlands Antilles designated as an UNESCO World Heritage, for its idyllic beaches, underwater gardens of coral reefs, and an intriguing mix of cultural and architectural heritage.
On the banks of the Spree, Berlin stretches in an architectural maelstrom inherited from its rich and unique history.
Passengers can walk through the Sendall Tunnel to enter the heart of St. George's, a city overflowing with history and architectural treasures.
There are so many fun things to do in San Francisco for all age groups and interests covering everything imaginable: unlimited dining options, diverse ethnic neighborhoods and shopping, urban adventure and recreational pursuits, history and architectural walks, fine arts and culture — the list is endless of San Francisco attractions.
The Cannon Beach History Center & Museum celebrates its thirteenth year of opening the doors to grand beach homes, historic cottages, and architectural wonders of your favorite coastal town.