John Zukowsky Bücher

Architektur sehen und verstehen: Warum wurde was wie gebaut! Ein visueller Führer zu den Architektur-Ikonen der Welt – in phänomenalen Zeichnungen. Faszinierende Einblicke hinter die Fassaden der 50 wichtigsten Gebäude: handgefertigte 3D-Zeichnungen und Pläne illustrieren deren innere Strukturen, die ansonsten verborgen bleiben. So werden selbst komplexe Konstruktionen anschaulich und leicht verständlich. Die Auswahl umfasst die Sagrada Familia in Barcelona ebenso wie das Kolosseum in Rom, das Bauhaus in Dessau oder den brandneuen World Trade Center Transit Hub in New York. Aufgeteilt ist das Buch in fünf Kapitel zu unterschiedlichen Gebäudetypen: Öffentliches Leben, Monumente, Kunst & Bildung, Wohnen, Sakralbauten. Fotos und Texte ordnen den architektonischen Entwurf innerhalb der jeweiligen gesellschaftlichen und politischen Zusammenhänge ein. Eine perfekte Einführung in die Architektur für alle, die schon immer wissen wollten: Warum wurde was wie gebaut? Ausstattung: Mit 220 Farbfotos und 225 Illustrationen

Delving into the hidden structures of iconic buildings, this beautifully illustrated book features specially commissioned isometric drawings that reveal essential architectural elements often overlooked. Accompanied by clear plans, detailed illustrations, and photographs, it offers an accessible yet sophisticated exploration of the construction of architectural masterpieces, appealing to both casual readers and discerning enthusiasts alike.

Go behind the facades and finishes to understand how fifty of the world's most iconic and important buildings were constructed.

Museum architecture has flourished in recent decades, particularly with art museums designed by renowned architects like Frank Gehry and Renzo Piano. While these facilities have garnered significant acclaim, military museums often face the misconception of being less sophisticated in design and exhibitions. This volume explores over thirty military museums built internationally in the last twenty years, showcasing them through individual entries and vibrant color photography. Some were crafted by prominent architects such as Norman Foster and Daniel Libeskind, while others emerged from the creativity of skilled designers. The book also highlights the innovative exhibition and installation designs by firms like Ralph Appelbaum Associates and Kossmann.dejong, enhancing visitor experiences. These new military museums are contextualized within the broader history of war memorials, a topic that has received limited scholarly attention. They connect to historical commemorations of military victories and the evolution of architectural memorials, especially following the World Wars. John Zukowsky, an architectural historian with a doctorate from Binghamton University, has curated exhibitions and held leadership roles in military museums. He has authored several notable books on architecture and design, contributing to the discourse on the subject.

Fifty of the world’s most important buildings seen through specially commissioned isometric illustrations and detailed photographs and plans, providing the perfect introduction to architecture for students and anyone interested in buildings. Taking readers behind architecture’s facades and finishes, this charmingly illustrated book explores how some of the most important buildings in the world were constructed. Specially commissioned isometric drawings present the essential structural elements of the world’s masterpiece buildings that are not visible to the naked eye. These illustrations are displayed alongside plans, details, and photographs, all of which are clear and accessible, yet accurate and elegant enough to satisfy the most discerning eye. This fascinating book explores the thinking and expertise behind architects’ designs and offers a means by which to better understand buildings already visited as well as those on the must-see list. Selections range from domestic structures such as Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater and skyscrapers such as the Chrysler Building, to iconic classics such as the Louvre and Barcelona’s famed Sagrada Familia Cathedral. The buildings have been chosen for their importance and interest, their role in the development of architectural thinking, and the structural secrets that intricate 3-D drawings can reveal.