London's Contemporary Architecture

London's Contemporary Architecture
Author: Ken Allinson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 1235
Release: 2014-06-27
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1317690451

London is a living architectural exhibition. This tried and trusted portable guide will help you to find your way around one of the world’s most exciting cities, offering architectural experiences and insights into London’s finest contemporary architecture. features more than 400 buildings including key venues from the 2012 Olympic Park provides a superb full colour photographic record of the capital aids navigation of the city’s greatest architectural sights with a clear map-based format considers each district in turn, identifying the buildings most worthwhile visiting, and providing essential information and insights into each includes a large scale, portable, lightweight map, for use when walking the tours Jam packed with the author’s intimate architectural experience and knowledge of London’s buildings, the accompanying commentary is both lively and entertaining, providing all the information that any architectural explorer will need to appreciate and experience London’s contemporary architecture.

Guide to London's Contemporary Architecture

Guide to London's Contemporary Architecture
Author: Kenneth Allinson
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2014-05-12
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1483278344

Guide to London's Contemporary Architecture provides a guide to the wealth of architecture completed in London. The book first offers information on the buildings located in the City of London and the Docklands. These include the Broadgate Complex, Alban Gate, Bracken House, Whitechapel Art Gallery, Queen Street offices, Girozentrale Vienna, Minster Court, Billingsgate Securities Market, Canary Wharf, Financial Times Printing Works, Isle of Dogs Neighborhood Center, Reuters Technical Services Centre, and the David Mellor building. The publication examines the structures found in the East End, West End, and north London. Discussions focus on Sainsbury Wing, National Gallery, Sackler Gallery, Queen Elizabeth II Conference Center, Richmond House, Clore Gallery, Lauriston Studios, Leyton Fire Station, Lisson/Bell Street galleries, Lisson Grove offices and flats, Sainsbury supermarket and housing, Crowndale Centre, Nightingale house, and the Bisterne Avenue apartments. The text takes a look at the edifices located in west London, including Richmond Riverside, Sterling Hilton Hotel, Thames Wharf Studios, St Mary's Church, Barnes, Metropolis Studios, and the Fowler/Jestico house. The publication is a dependable reference for architects and design engineers interested in the architecture of London.

An Opinionated Guide to London Architecture

An Opinionated Guide to London Architecture
Author: Hoxton Mini Press
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781910566558

Two expert writers, Sujata Burman and Rosa Bertoli, have joined forces with architectural photographer Taran Wilkhu to create an unashamedly confident guide to the must-see buildings in London, spanning all the architectural styles: from Art Deco to postmodern, brutalist to futuristic. Over 50 buildings are included alongside four maps with guided city walks.

A Guide to Postmodern Architecture in London

A Guide to Postmodern Architecture in London
Author: Pablo Bronstein
Publisher: Walther Konig Verlag
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008
Genre: Angleška arhitektura
ISBN: 9783865601735

Line drawings of postmodern buildings built in London 1970s to 1990s. A short descriptive text accompanies each illustration. Includes photographs of postmodern details.

New City

New City
Author: Alec Forshaw
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781858945989

Explores the large-scale redevelopment of the City of London since the mid-1980s.

London's Contemporary Architecture

London's Contemporary Architecture
Author: Ken Allinson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 344
Release: 2014-06-27
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 131769046X

London is a living architectural exhibition. This tried and trusted portable guide will help you to find your way around one of the world’s most exciting cities, offering architectural experiences and insights into London’s finest contemporary architecture. features more than 400 buildings including key venues from the 2012 Olympic Park provides a superb full colour photographic record of the capital aids navigation of the city’s greatest architectural sights with a clear map-based format considers each district in turn, identifying the buildings most worthwhile visiting, and providing essential information and insights into each includes a large scale, portable, lightweight map, for use when walking the tours Jam packed with the author’s intimate architectural experience and knowledge of London’s buildings, the accompanying commentary is both lively and entertaining, providing all the information that any architectural explorer will need to appreciate and experience London’s contemporary architecture.

London Architecture

London Architecture
Author: Marianne Butler
Publisher: Metro Pub Limited
Total Pages: 383
Release: 2012
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9781902910383

A revised and expanded, authoritative guide taking the reader through almost 2,000 years of architectural achievement From the remains of the Roman amphitheater to the soaring glass structures of the 21st-century city, London offers a unique architectural experience. Each chapter in this guide contains readily accessible examples of buildings of every period and sets them in their historical contexts. It includes nine fully described walks and easy-to-follow maps to accompany a saunter through the fascinating story of the city's architecture. Also featured are some of the many shops, bars, and restaurants of architectural interest, making this an essential resource for both Londoners and visitors alike.

London's Contemporary Architecture +

London's Contemporary Architecture +
Author: Kenneth Allinson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 270
Release: 2006
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 0750668741

Completely updated, includes the best and most interesting of London's architecture, from the early 80s to the present day. Logically arranged by geographical area the book takes the reader on a physical and intellectual tour of the city.

The Rough Guide to London

The Rough Guide to London
Author: Rob Humphreys
Publisher: Rough Guides UK
Total Pages: 999
Release: 2010-01-14
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1405384778

The Rough Guide to London is the essential travel guide with clear maps and coverage of London's unforgettable attractions. From the big hitters like the Tower of London and the London Eye to hidden gems like the Sir John Soane's Museum and Highgate Cemetery the Rough Guide steers you straight to the unmissable sites of London, unearthing the best hotels, restaurants, traditional pubs, cafés and nightlife across every price range. A guide for travellers and London locals alike, you'll find detailed coverage of the city's fantastic free museums as well as the little-known nooks and crannies you should be exploring. The Rough Guide to London includes detailed accounts of all the palaces, museums and galleries, big and small, and why they're worth (or not worth) visiting. There are specialist sections on nightlife, the gay and lesbian scene, classical arts and detailed information on the capitals best markets and shopping-spots, all written by London-based experts. Explore all corners of the city with authoritative background on everything from Jack the Ripper to top London clubs, relying on the clearest maps of any guide. Make the Most of Your Time with The Rough Guide to London