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Mazes and Labyrinths is a look into the origin and mystery of mazes. From ancient stone carvings, Minoan palaces to today's hedge-maze, Matthews chronicles the history of the maze. With devoted scholarship to "the lure of the labyrinth," W. H. Matthews has composed an exhaustive history of mazes and labyrinths from antiquity to the present.

Public City/Public Sex examines how the notion that male sexual desire required suitable outlets shaped urban policing and development. Ross traces the struggle to control sex in public and argues that it was the very effort to police the city that created new opportunities for women who sold sex and men who sought sex with other men. Placing public sex at the center of urban history, Ross shows how those who used public spaces played a central role in defining the way the city was understood.

It is estimated that the earth's population will expand to an unprecedented nine billion people over the next century. This explosion in population is predicted to place further stress on our environment, deplete our natural resources, and lead to increases in anxiety and depression due to overcrowding. In this visionary and uplifting audiobook, Teresa Coady offers listeners new hope. Rebuilding Earth is her blueprint for designing and building the cities, buildings, and homes of tomorrow, resulting in more conscious, sustainable, and humane living.

While the majority of scholarship on early Washington focuses on its political and physical development, in Incidental Architect Gordon S. Brown describes the intellectual and social scene of the late 1700s through the lives of a prominent couple whose cultural aspirations served as both model and mirror for the city’s own.

This elegant book chronicles the efforts of the impressive team of international architects, designers, and businessmen who created Los Angeles’ famed Art Deco masterpiece. Bullocks Wilshire recounts the lives of the two immigrant entrepreneurs, John Gillespie Bullock and Percy Glen Winnett, who, with this magnificent department store, tested a new theory of retailing in the suburbs, and the architectural team, Parkinson and Parkinson, who executed that vision into one of Los Angeles’ most beloved landmarks.

Dive into the enchanting world of holiday creativity with my Christmas Decorating Cheats, Hacks, Hints, Tips, and Tricks book! Unwrap a treasure trove of ingenious ideas to transform your space into a winter wonderland. From personalized ornaments to festive table settings, discover expert advice and whimsical tricks to infuse warmth, joy, and timeless holiday cheer into every corner of your home. Embark on a journey of seasonal magic and let your decorating festivities sparkle with the spirit of the most wonderful time of the year.

It’s not your fault. In today’s fast-paced world, architects are expected to be experts in everything. But lighting? It’s one of the most misunderstood, under-taught, and under-appreciated tools in your design toolbox. And it’s not just you—most architects feel they’re winging it when it comes to lighting. Meanwhile, your designs are getting value-engineered by people who don’t understand how light shapes experience. You spend months crafting beautiful forms, only to watch them fall flat in poor lighting. And the worst part? You know it could’ve been different.

रौद्र दीनाद्भुतत्रासबीभत्सकरुणा रसाः ।। ११ ।। न प्राणिषु प्रयोक्तव्या हास्यशृङ्गारवर्जिताः । In homes, one should avoid artworks or depictions that evoke emotions such as anger (raudra), sorrow (dīna), astonishment (adbhuta), fear (trāsa), disgust (bībhatsa), or compassion (karuṇā). Instead, focus on those that evoke humour (hāsya) and love (śṛṅgāra), as these are the only emotions that should be expressed within the...

Interior designer and television host Jeremiah Brent explores the emotional meaning of home in this warm and inviting book that illuminates what make peoples’ spaces so personally significant. For many of us, our houses are more than just where we hold our belongings. They are reflections of...

In What Is Landscape? John R. Stilgoe maps the discovery of landscape by putting words to things, zeroing in on landscape's essence but also leading sideways expeditions through such sources as children's picture books, folklore, deeds, antique terminology, out-of-print dictionaries, and conversations with locals. He offers a highly original, cogent, compact, gracefully written narrative lexicon of landscape as word, concept, and path to discoveries.

For almost two millennia, cathedrals have been among the most imposing, astonishing and inspiring buildings in Europe. Regardless of faith, their scale and architectural daring has never ceased to spark wonder. This guide traces the development of the cathedral from its earliest beginnings as a Bishop’s house, through the Romanesque and Gothic periods and up to the most extravagant contemporary designs around the world.

Keith Lowe, an award-winning author of books on World War II, saw monuments around the world taken down in political protest and began to wonder what monuments built to commemorate WWII say about us today. Focusing on these monuments, Prisoners of History looks at World War II and the way it still tangibly exists within our midst. He looks at all aspects of the war, from the victors to the fallen, from the heroes to the villains, from the apocalypse to the rebuilding after devastation.

For centuries, temples have functioned not just as places of worship but also social and cultural centres, offering both a connection to the divine and entertainment in the form of music and dance as respite from everyday life. In Dynasties of Devotion, Deepa Mandlik explores seven ancient temples across India and Cambodia, meticulously examines historical contexts and mythological stories associated with each temple.

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of the spiritual realm and step into your divine destiny? Look no further than "The Heavenly Advocate's Handbook: A Guide to Presenting and Winning Your Case in the Supreme Court of Heaven." This groundbreaking book is your ultimate guide to navigating the celestial courts and wielding your authority as a child of God. In this comprehensive handbook, you will: Unleash Divine Authority: Discover how to tap into the limitless power of heaven and assert your authority in the heavenly courts like never before. Master Spiritual Warfare Tactics: Equip yourself ...

Step inside the world of one of the most influential architects of the twentieth century. The Vision of Modern Living: Understanding the Ideas and Legacy of Le Corbusier explores the groundbreaking theories, iconic buildings, and bold urban plans that redefined modern architecture. From his famous “Five Points of Architecture” and the Modulor system of human proportion to his visionary Radiant City and spiritual later works like the Chapel at Ronchamp, Le Corbusier’s career reshaped the way we think about homes, cities, and the role of design in everyday life. Written in clear, ...

Peter Cook has been a pivotal figure within the architecture world for over half a century. Suffused with Peter’s infectious energy, enthusiasm, and charm, this intriguing memoir explores major themes in architecture through the lens of his life and work. Taking the listener on a journey through his colorful and wide-ranging career, it touches on his early years and architectural education, his relationships with key figures within the architecture community, and his work teaching and lecturing internationally.

Step into a new level of decluttered living with "Organize Your Closet," your ultimate guide to mastering closet organization. Discover effective strategies and insider tips to transform a cluttered wardrobe into a functional, fashion-forward space. Highlights of the book include: Maximize Your Space: Learn how to save hours each week with smart, space-saving solutions that keep everything accessible and easy to find. Debunking Organizational Myths: Uncover the common misconceptions that may be sabotaging your organizing efforts. Three Essential Steps: Achieve a permanently tidy closet with...

On Shishmaref Island in Alaska, homes are being washed into the sea. In the South Pacific, small island nations face annihilation by encroaching waters. In coastal Louisiana, an area the size of a football field disappears every day. For these communities, sea level rise isn’t a distant, abstract fear: it’s happening now and it’s threatening their way of life. In The Rising Sea, Orrin H. Pilkey and Rob Young warn that many other coastal areas may be close behind.

En este libro encontrarás un resumen acerca de los estudios y el trabajo de arquitecto en el ejercicio libre de la profesión, contado desde mis más de 20 años de experiencia profesional, con sus muchas sombras y sin censura. Un libro dedicado a los futuros arquitectos y a todos los interesados en conocer la cara oculta de la Arquitectura.

A HISTORY OF THE WATER CLOSET follows the development of the water closet, or toilet, beginning with privies in monasteries and ending with London's sewer system clean-up in the 19th century. Included are descriptions of the various types of chamber pots, toilet furniture, gadgets and mechanical devices invented prior to the toilet as we know it today. The final chapter of the book covers the emergence of indoor bathing, and early indoor plumbing in both England and France. A HISTORY OF THE WATER CLOSET, and 18th & 19th CENTURY ENGLISH WOMEN AT SEA by Marilyn Clay were both named to ...