Paris - The Architecture Guide - Softcover

Chris Van Uffelen; Markus Golser

 
9783037680025: Paris - The Architecture Guide

Synopsis

For centuries, Paris has been the undisputed center of France. Just as the capital has always dominated the country's fortunes, it has also played and continues to play a unique and trendsetting role in the story of French architecture. The present architectural guide opens the door to the architecture of this fascinating, multifaceted metropolis. Two proven experts guide the reader through all the historical architectural eras - from the Roman past to the present. The chronological sequence and the high-quality photos clearly reflect the typical characteristic of every era. As well as approximately 500 individual buildings, the most prominent architects of Paris and every era are introduced. The wide range of information is complemented with numerous tips on the topic of architecture and a selection of restaurants and cafes which are sure to bring a special dose of enjoyment to fans of architecture.

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For centuries, Paris has been the undisputed center of France. Just as the capital has always dominated the country's fortunes, it has also played and continues to play a unique and trend-setting role in the story of French architecture. The present architectural guide opens the door to the architecture of this fascinating, multifaceted metropolis.

Two proven experts, Chris van Uffelen and Markus Golser, guide the reader through all the historical architectural eras - from the Roman past to the present. The chronological sequence and the high-quality photos clearly reflect the typical characteristic of every era. As well as approximately 500 individual buildings, the most prominent architects of Paris and every era are introduced. The wide range of information is complemented with numerous tips on the topic of architecture and a selection of restaurants and cafes which are sure to bring a special dose of enjoyment to fans of architecture.

  • Extensive historical outline of the architecture
  • Includes the most important buildings also around Paris
  • Grouping into eras
  • Architects portraits
  • Special sections devoted to important building ensembles
  • Recommendations for architecturally significant cafés and restaurants

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ISBN 10:  3938780347 ISBN 13:  9783938780343
Publisher: Verlagshaus Braun, 2008
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