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Marcus Vitruvius Pollio's Ten Books on Architecture is the most complete treatise on the subject of architecture from antiquity and for hundreds of years influenced major buildings around the world. Dating to the first century BC, the Ten Books on Architecture are not only an excellent historical reference into ancient construction methods and aesthetics but also a manual providing much that can be applied to modern architecture. Today's architect will find much of interest in this fully illustrated reproduction of the 1914 edition translated by Morris Hicky Morgan.

 Brunelleschi's Dome is the story of how a Renaissance genius bent men, materials, and the very forces of nature to build an architectural wonder we continue to marvel at today. Denounced at first as a madman, Brunelleschi was celebrated at the end as a genius. He engineered the perfect placement of brick and stone, built ingenious hoists and cranes to carry an estimated 70 million pounds hundreds of feet into the air, and designed the workers' platforms and routines so carefully that only one man died during the decades of construction. 

Step into the world of architectural history with Architecture Topics (by WikiArquitectura). Each episode uncovers the stories behind iconic buildings and the visionary architects who shaped history. From ancient wonders to modern masterpieces, we explore the ideas that revolutionized design. 🎧 New episodes every... often! – Subscribe now and discover the legends of architecture!

Immerse yourself in the timeless insights of Vitruviuss On Architecture, a foundational text that has shaped the principles of architecture for centuries. Written for Emperor Caesar Augustus, this influential treatise is an indispensable resource for architects and builders, offering valuable knowledge on both monumental constructions like aqueducts and public baths, as well as intricate tools and machines. Vitruvius not only illuminates the wonders of ancient engineering but also sets the stage for the legendary tale of Archimedes and his remarkable bath-time discovery. Discover the rich ...

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Discover the key architectural concepts behind the world's most incredible buildings and structures. The Architecture Book goes beyond other architecture books to analyze not just buildings themselves, but the ideas and principles that make each of the featured structures key to the history and...

Journey through ancient ritual sites and modern megacities to discover how humanity’s drive to build shapes our world. Perfect for your daily commute, this fast-paced and immersive exploration transforms the globe into a living story. See how early villages evolved into sprawling urban...

How did ancient civilizations build remarkable structures without modern machines, advanced technology, or digital design tools? Building the Ancient World by Marc Rose explores the ingenuity, practical knowledge, and collective effort behind the engineering achievements of early societies...

‘Architecture is not Western’ is an invitation to change the way we think about architecture, to shift our gaze away from the standardised image of the city and discover the diversity of architecture around the world.Each episode explores this otherness, using Central African architecture as a case study. Some original architectural developments that took place before industrialisation era will make us aware of other ways of conceiving space.The aim is to create cities where everyone can find their place through the inclusion of diverse cultural characteristics, a source of lasting ...

The Seven Lamps of Architecture, published in May 1849, is a thought-provoking essay by the esteemed English art critic and theorist John Ruskin. In this influential work, Ruskin lays out his architectural principles, symbolized by the lamps of the title, which he later elaborates on in his celebrated book, The Stones of Venice. While Ruskin may not have introduced entirely new ideas to the flourishing Gothic Revival—driven by figures like A.W.N. Pugin—his essay serves as a crucial synthesis of architectural philosophy of the time. The book struck a chord with ecclesiastical architects, ...

Embark on a fascinating auditory journey through the majestic English cathedrals. In this engaging episode, we delve into insightful excerpts from two timeless classics *How To Visit The English Cathedrals* by Esther Singleton and *The Cathedral Churches Of England* by Helen Marshall Pratt. This recording features the introductory chapters, brimming with rich information and captivating stories about these architectural marvels. Join us as we uncover the history and beauty of these iconic structures, narrated by David Wales.

Hosts Sarah T-M and Erin B K dive deep into all the weird and wild ways architecture can be "bad." In each episode, our hosts present two selected sites from around the globe related to a theme. Designed for death? Hotel from hell? Evil architects? Yes, yes, yes, and more! Then they wrap it up all up with a bit of "badass" architecture. It's bad, we know it.Find all the photos and research used in each episode over on the Bad Architecture Compendium! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Haben Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Egon Eiermann oder andere Vertreter der Moderne ihre Architekturen eigentlich alleine geplant und errichtet? Vermutlich nicht.Aber wer sind die vielen Anderen, die Entwurf und Ausführung von Architektur begleiten?Was wissen wir über die Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeiter in den Architekturbüros der Moderne?Welchen Einfluss hatten die Fachleute in den ausführenden Firmen?Und: Welche Rolle spielten die Partnerinnen und Partner?Auf solche Fragen fehlen uns häufig zufriedenstellende Antworten.Der Architekt David Chipperfield sagt: Architecture does ...

Dear friends, the Museum of Shanzhai Architecture is excited to launch our very own podcast channel! Our museum, founded in 2020, is a leading institution with the most complete and authoritative collection on shanzhai culture, particularly on architecture. We particularly focus on researching shanzhai architectures that are based on Western prototypes.Through our podcasts, we aim to take you on a journey through the original and impact of Shanghai architecture in contemporary China. These architectures are archives of the wave of contemporary China. We will dig through these architectures to...

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Embark on an immersive architectural history journey that transforms how you view the global skylines around you. Perfect for your morning commute or a relaxing afternoon walk, this atmospheric audio tour translates stone, glass, and steel into compelling human narratives. Skip the dense...

Talking Architecture is a podcast on architectural narrative, buildings, and the stories they tell.