Historic Preservation

Historic Preservation PDF

Author: Norman Tyler

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780393730395

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In non-technical language, architect Tyler (historic preservation, Eastern Michigan U.) explains the philosophy and history of the movement, the role of government, the documentation and designation of historic properties, establishing a historical district, sensitive architectural design and planning, technology, and economics. He illustrates many of the terms in the glossary, but does not indicate how to pronounce them. The 1994 edition was titled Issues in Historic Preservation. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

America Restored

America Restored PDF

Author: Carol M. Highsmith

Publisher: Wiley

Published: 1994-02-01

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 9780471143475

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This book relates America's entire preservation story through stunning contemporary photographs and captivating historic views of 102 sites, two in each state and the District of Columbia. A wide range of glorious restorations are captured in color--from recognizable and grand spaces to small and intimate places, all restored since the 1980s. An informative introduction explains why these and numerous other sites and locations have been restored as well as the forces that have contributed to recent U.S. preservation.

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