Architecture and the 'Special Relationship'

The American Influence on Post-War British Architecture
1. Auflage 2007
ISBN: 978-0-419-20910-2
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 606 Seiten, Format (B × H): 219 mm x 276 mm, Gewicht: 2449 g

With particular reference to the field of architecture, this text examines the economic and political consequences for Britain of the post-war Anglo-American 'special relationship', providing detailed studies of key buildings and urban planning initiatives, blended with a wider theoretical analysis of socio-economic and cultural developments. By looking at the effects on a highly developed Western country of a more powerful ally on which it was becoming increasingly dependent, the book critically revisits the usual themes of post-colonial studies, making this a thought-provoking and innovative analysis.

Zielgruppe

Professional Practice & Development

Autoren/Hrsg.

Fraser, Murray (University of Westminster, UK)

Fraser, Murray

Kerr, Joe

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Architektur Architektur: Allgemeines

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction 1. Over There 2. London and the 'American Invasion' 3. The City, the Car and the Dwelling 4. Centres of Commerce 5. The Right Stuff 6. High-Tech Dreams 7. Culture and Monumentality 8. The Big Bang

Über Autor(innen)

Murray Fraser is a qualified architect and Professor of Architecture at the University of Westminster.

Joe Kerr is Head of Critical and Historical Studies at the Royal College of Art.