The Powers of Preservation: New Life for Urban Historic Places
In the world of architecture, his name is as renowned as the buildings which he has helped preserve: The Cairo Hotel, The Library of Congress, and The U.S. Treasury among them. Through a pioneering,... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0070433941
ISBN13:9780070433946
Release Date:January 1998
Publisher:McGraw-Hill Companies
Length:229 Pages
Weight:1.55 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 8.9" x 9.8"
Customer Reviews
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Outstandingly good book for city lovers
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Most urban planning books are expensive disappointments. They overintellectualize the subject and are poorly written. Most serve mainly as portfolio pieces highlighting the writer's successes. The Powers of Preservation is the rare exception. It's entertaining to read and the author avoids posing easy solutions. It argues for the widespread adaptive reuse of everyday buildings instead of concentrating on a few isolated "showpieces." It tells the stories behind the author's successes and failures. The Powers of Preservation leaves readers empowered that, in their own towns, they can make a difference. It's the best I've encountered in reading numerous books on the subject.Excellent photos and layout, too.
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