Styles And Types Of American Architecture: Social Function And Cultural Expression

by Alan Gowans

A comprehensive study of North American buildings that integrates architectural styles and types with furniture, design, and social and cultural history from the 17th century to the present. The book is about the relationship of buildings to cultural ideas and values and social function. Some 550 high-quality b&w illustrations with extended explanatory captions cover buildings, furniture, and design. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Genres: Architecture

396 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1992