Contemporary Architecture in Washington, D.C. [Paperback]

Claudia D. Kousoulas (Author), George W. Kousoulas (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 047114374X | ISBN-13: 978-0471143741 | Publication Date: June 1, 1995 | Edition: 1

Washington, D.C. lives in our minds as museums and monuments, capitals and columns, but beyond the timeless monuments of white stone history thrives a city that has moved into the modern and postmodern age. In text and photos, this guide goes beyond the grand avenues to explore remarkable works of contemporary architecture that reinterpret historical styles and reconcile with Washington’s monumental plan. Contemporary Architecture in Washington, D.C. features more than 20 detailed maps and includes photographs of almost 300 buildings, from the waterfront in Georgetown to the town houses of Capitol Hill, from the luxurious residences of Bethesda to the towering office buildings of Crystal City. As a national capital, Washington is a showplace for the best and the latest works by internationally recognized modern masters and talented local firms as well. Beyond buildings, Contemporary Architecture in Washington, D.C. explores new communities and developments in the Washington suburbs and in essays examines the particular forces of style, politics, economics, and history that have come together to form the American capital. Washington is a city of metaphor. From its very streets, the city speaks of democracy and nationhood. The impact of these metaphors comes from a repeated architectural language that is constantly being rewritten to reflect history and our interpretation of it.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

In a unique approach to our capital city's architecture and the surrounding area, this outstanding guide examines more than the monuments and grand avenues and the exemplary modern and postmodern structures. It puts the architecture in context, exploring the historical, aesthetic, economic and political forces that have influenced the way and reasons why buildings have been built here. Contains more than 280 buildings replete with photograph and a brief description including the name of the architect and year built.

From the Back Cover

Washington, D.C. lives in our minds as museums and monuments, capitals and columns, but beyond the timeless monuments of white stone history thrives a city that has moved into the modern and postmodern age. In text and photos, this guide goes beyond the grand avenues to explore remarkable works of contemporary architecture that reinterpret historical styles and reconcile with Washington’s monumental plan. Contemporary Architecture in Washington, D.C. features more than 20 detailed maps and includes photographs of almost 300 buildings, from the waterfront in Georgetown to the town houses of Capitol Hill, from the luxurious residences of Bethesda to the towering office buildings of Crystal City. As a national capital, Washington is a showplace for the best and the latest works by internationally recognized modern masters and talented local firms as well. Beyond buildings, Contemporary Architecture in Washington, D.C. explores new communities and developments in the Washington suburbs and in essays examines the particular forces of style, politics, economics, and history that have come together to form the American capital. Washington is a city of metaphor. From its very streets, the city speaks of democracy and nationhood. The impact of these metaphors comes from a repeated architectural language that is constantly being rewritten to reflect history and our interpretation of it.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 312 pages
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 1 edition (June 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 047114374X
• ISBN-13: 978-0471143741
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,377,541 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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