50 Buildings You Should Know

Explore the architectural wonders of the world with '50 Buildings You Should Know.' This expertly curated paperback by author Isabel Kuhl highlights 50 monumental edifices that span various cultures and epochs. Experience breathtaking structures from iconic landmarks like the Hagia Sophia in Turkey to the stunning Angkor Wat in Cambodia, and the historic Potala Palace in Lhasa. Each of the 176 pages is filled with vivid full-color photographs, making it perfect for architecture enthusiasts and casual readers alike. This insightful guide also delves into each building's artistic relevance, architectural styles, and contextual history, including notes on significant architectural periods and techniques. Perfect for students, art lovers, and travelers, this book provides a comprehensive overview of global architectural achievements. Uncover the stories behind these awe-inspiring structures and deepen your understanding of how they shape our world. Whether you are a budding architect or simply curious about the great buildings of history, this mini-course in architecture will captivate your imagination and knowledge. Ideal for gifts and tours of world architecture, '50 Buildings You Should Know' is a must-have addition to any art or design library. Experience a journey through time and space with this exceptional resource on the world’s great buildings. Get your copy today and start your architectural adventure!

Author: Isabel Kuhl Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 193 x 240 mm
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 01-12-2019

The fifty buildings presented here in chronological order represent the most compelling, intriguing, and awe-inspiring structures from all over the world. Readers will learn about masterpieces such as the Hagia Sophia in Turkey, Cambodia’s Temple Complex at Angkor Wat, the Potala Palace in Lhasa, and the Jewish Museum in Berlin. Each entry features full-color photographs of the structure along with informative text presented in a dynamic format. Readers will find basic information about each building’s artistic relevance, style, and contextual history as well as additional notes about architectural periods and techniques. From ancient Jordan and Guatemala to modern-day Manhattan and Munich, this world tour of great edifices offers a mini-course in architecture that will satisfy even the most passionate student’s lust for learning about the world’s greatest buildings.