Modern Architecture in Historic Cities illustrates why France has been so successful in combining conservation and modernity, and points to important lessons for other countries which can be drawn from the French experience.Beginning with an empirical review of particular events which have affected attitudes towards heritage in France, this book highlights the continuity in French thinking and the longstanding role of the French government as patron and leader. Planning, conservation and design control legislation are examined, highlighting the range of instruments available to government in order to influence results and enhance the role of the architectural profession.
Format: Hardback
CONTRIBUTORS: Sebastian Loew
EAN: 9780415154925
COUNTRY: United Kingdom
PAGES: 274
WEIGHT: 544 g
HEIGHT: 234 mm
PUBLISHED BY: Taylor & Francis Ltd
DATE PUBLISHED: 1998-02-12
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GENRE: ARCHITECTURE / General
WIDTH: 156 mm
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Book Themes:
History of architecture, Urban and municipal planning and policy, Civil engineering, surveying and building