architects

Simple text and photographs provide an introduction to Zaha Hadid.

"A biography of Philip Freelon, whose rich family history and deep understanding of Black culture brought him to the role of lead architect for the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture"--Provided by publisher.

"Rafael Guastavino Moreno left his successful career as an architect in Barcelona, Spain, and immigrated to the US in 1881 with his eight-year-old son. American cities--densely packed and built largely of wood--were experiencing horrific fires, and Guastavino had a solution: The soaring interior spaces created by his tiled vaults and domes made buildings sturdier, fireproof, and beautiful. Told in the voice of the son, Rafael Guastavino Exp?sito, this is their story. Before they were done, the Guastavino Company designed a thousand gorgeous tiled vaults and domes across America, including the New York City Hall Subway Station, the Great Hall of Ellis Island, the Oyster Bar at Grand Central Terminal, the Nebraska State Capitol, and the Boston Public Library"--Provided by the publisher.

"Discusses the accomplishments of twelve influential architects and their impact on the world"--OCLC.

Looks at the life of American architect, Julia Morgan who designed more than 700 buildings in California, and is best known for her work on Hearst Castle in San Simeon, California.

Introduces readers to the skills, tasks, and expectations of pursuing a career as an architect.

A collection of essays by forty noted American architects. Contains information on their individual work and designs.

Examines the life and career of the American architect, detailing the evolution of his innovative design and the structures which won him fame around the world.

A brief biography of Zaha Hadid, an female architect who challenges people's ideas about what is normal.

"Finally, there's a book that provides a chance for young readers to really understand and be inspired by the physical structures that surround them every day. In this volume, readers discover that someone meticulously designs all the little details that make each building in their town or city unique. Packed with activities to do at home, the text cultivates interest and exploration into the world of engineering and architecture through bold graphics, full-color photography, age-appropriate language, and hard concepts made tangible"--Provided by the publisher.