The first global history of architecture to give equal attention to Western and non-Western structures and built landscapes; Architecture since 1400 is unprecedented in its range; approach; and insight. From Tenochtitlanrsquo;s Great Pyramid in Mexico City and the Duomo in Florence to Levittownrsquo;s suburban tract housing and the Birdrsquo;s Nest Stadium in Beijing; its coverage includes the worldrsquo;s most celebrated structures and spaces along with many examples of more humble vernacular buildings. Lavishly illustrated with more than 300 photographs; plans; and interiors; this book presents key moments and innovations in architectural modernity around the globe. Deftly integrating architectural and social history; Kathleen James-Chakraborty pays particular attention to the motivations of client and architect in the design and construction of environments both sacred and secular: palaces and places of worship as well as such characteristically modern structures as the skyscraper; the department store; and the cinema. She also focuses on the role of patrons and addresses to an unparalleled degree the impact of women in commissioning; creating; and inhabiting the built environment; with Gertrude Jekyll; Lina Bo Bardi; and Zaha Hadid taking their place beside Brunelleschi; Sinan; and Le Corbusier. Making clear that visionary architecture has never been the exclusive domain of the West and recognizing the diversity of those responsible for commissioning; designing; and constructing buildings; Architecture since 1400 provides a sweeping; cross-cultural history of the built environment over six centuries.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. As expectedBy George T Hale IIIAs expected0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great bookBy Jhoanna GIt was a homework book; but to be honest I really enjoyed reading it. A great tragedy in which the story turns around.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Great readable translation!By Betsy AldrichSurprisingly enjoyable read. I got this for my sons 10th grade English class and we read it out loud together; with each of us reading different characters. It was easy to understand and for our first exposure to Greek Tragedy; I was very pleasantly surpised. I highly recommend it.
