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Book A Guide to Florida s Historic Architecture

Download or read book A Guide to Florida s Historic Architecture written by the Florida Association of the American Institute of Architects and published by University Press of Florida. This book was released on 2017-11-29 with total page 1176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The books in the Florida and the Caribbean Open Books Series demonstrate the University Press of Florida’s long history of publishing Latin American and Caribbean studies titles that connect in and through Florida, highlighting the connections between the Sunshine State and its neighboring islands. Books in this series show how early explorers found and settled Florida and the Caribbean. They tell the tales of early pioneers, both foreign and domestic. They examine topics critical to the area such as travel, migration, economic opportunity, and tourism. They look at the growth of Florida and the Caribbean and the attendant pressures on the environment, culture, urban development, and the movement of peoples, both forced and voluntary. The Florida and the Caribbean Open Books Series gathers the rich data available in these architectural, archaeological, cultural, and historical works, as well as the travelogues and naturalists’ sketches of the area prior to the twentieth century, making it accessible for scholars and the general public alike. The Florida and the Caribbean Open Books Series is made possible through a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, under the Humanities Open Books program.

Book A Guide to Florida s Historic Architecture

Download or read book A Guide to Florida s Historic Architecture written by American Institute of Architects. Florida Association and published by University Press of Florida. This book was released on 1989 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Historic Architecture in the Caribbean Islands

Download or read book Historic Architecture in the Caribbean Islands written by Edward E. Crain and published by University Press of Florida. This book was released on 2017-11-29 with total page 531 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The books in the Florida and the Caribbean Open Books Series demonstrate the University Press of Florida’s long history of publishing Latin American and Caribbean studies titles that connect in and through Florida, highlighting the connections between the Sunshine State and its neighboring islands. Books in this series show how early explorers found and settled Florida and the Caribbean. They tell the tales of early pioneers, both foreign and domestic. They examine topics critical to the area such as travel, migration, economic opportunity, and tourism. They look at the growth of Florida and the Caribbean and the attendant pressures on the environment, culture, urban development, and the movement of peoples, both forced and voluntary. The Florida and the Caribbean Open Books Series gathers the rich data available in these architectural, archaeological, cultural, and historical works, as well as the travelogues and naturalists’ sketches of the area prior to the twentieth century, making it accessible for scholars and the general public alike. The Florida and the Caribbean Open Books Series is made possible through a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, under the Humanities Open Books program.

Book A Guide to Florida s Historic Architecture

Download or read book A Guide to Florida s Historic Architecture written by the Florida Association of the American Institute of Architects and published by Library Press at Uf. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide to the historical architecture of Florida, a diverse assembly of buildings reflecting the rich heritage of the state, is divided into zones and each zone into counties. Each county is represented with an architectural history, a list of historic sites, and a map locating the sites. The structures were chosen for historic and architectural significance to the area. Each guide entry is identified by a photograph, name, address, and brief description. Only major and easily identifiable features are mentioned.

Book Florida Historic Homes

Download or read book Florida Historic Homes written by Laura Stewart and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Thatched Roofs and Open Sides

Download or read book Thatched Roofs and Open Sides written by Carrie Dilley and published by University Press of Florida. This book was released on 2018-09-07 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Southeast Chapter of the Society of Architectural Historians Award of Excellence for a Book In Thatched Roofs and Open Sides, Carrie Dilley reveals the design, construction, history, and cultural significance of the chickee, the unique Seminole structure made of palmetto and cypress. Dilley illustrates how the multipurpose structure has developed over time to meet the changing needs of the Seminole Tribe.

Book A Guide to Historic St  Augustine  Florida

Download or read book A Guide to Historic St Augustine Florida written by Steve Rajtar and published by History Press (SC). This book was released on 2007 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Travel these easy-to-follow tours of St. Augustine, North America's oldest continuously inhabited European settlement. Explore famed St. Augustine locales, including the Castillo de San Marcos, the Cathedral of St. Augustine, the Huguenot Cemetery and the Plaza. Discover the wonderful historic architecture, attractions and international flavor that make St. Augustine a flourishing winter playground. Let Steve Rajtar and Kelly Goodman guide you through the history-rich streets of this delightful north Florida community in their comprehensive Guide to Historic St. Augustine, Florida.

Book Historic Sites and Architecture of St  Petersburg Florida

Download or read book Historic Sites and Architecture of St Petersburg Florida written by Ken Breslauer and published by . This book was released on 2011-10 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Sunshine City boasts a wide variety of historic sites, from the iconic Pier on St. Petersburgs beautiful waterfront to the legendary Don Cesar, the pink castle on St. Pete Beach. This guide takes you to both the famous landmarks and little known sites that make St. Petersburg a remarkable historic destination.

Book Casas to Castles

Download or read book Casas to Castles written by and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes photographs inside and out of over 40 Mediterranean revival homes in Florida, inspired by classic Spanish, Italian, and Moorish designs. Architects include Addison Mizner, Maurice Fatio, Marion Sims Wyeth, John Volk, James Gamble Rogers II, Richard Kiehnel, John Elliot, and Henry Taylor.

Book Resourceful Rehab

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  • Author : Metropolitan Dade County, Historic Preservation Di
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  • Release : 1987-10-01
  • ISBN : 9780961837303
  • Pages : 69 pages

Download or read book Resourceful Rehab written by Metropolitan Dade County, Historic Preservation Di and published by . This book was released on 1987-10-01 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Coral Gables  Miami Riviera

Download or read book Coral Gables Miami Riviera written by Aristides J. Millas and published by Dade Heritage Trust Incorporated. This book was released on 2003 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Coral Gables: Miami Riviera was the original title for the many publicity and informational brochures published by the Coral Gables Corporation. These brochures revealed, to a winter-weary nation, the intentions, achievements, and progress of George E. Merrick's grand vision for "America's Most Beautiful Suburb," created during the Florida land boom of 1921-26. This book is specifically designed as a history and a pocket guide to showcase the many unique architectural features and places of this premier "boom time" city, from its beginnings until the present. The guide is organized into three sections. The first is an essay that compares the concept of the city with the influences of American 19th- and 20th-century city planning. The second section illustrates the patterns of Coral Gables development with original maps and the many grandiose planning functions for the "Master Suburb" that became a city. The third section offers six self-guided tours by sectors and themes of the city, featuring more than 90 sites and landmarks. These are illustrated with more than 120 archival and contemporary photos and the original advertisement drawings of Merrick's grand vision. Aristides J. Millas is associate professor of architecture at the University of Miami. Ellen J. Uguccioni is director of the Historic Preservation Division, City of Coral Gables.

Book A Guide to Historic St  Augustine  Florida

Download or read book A Guide to Historic St Augustine Florida written by Steve Rajtar and published by History Press Library Editions. This book was released on 2008-02 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Historical Traveler s Guide to Florida

Download or read book Historical Traveler s Guide to Florida written by Eliot Kleinberg and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a guide to 57 historic places in Florida, including the place where Hemingway wrote "For Whom the Bell Tolls" and John Ringling's home and art museum.

Book Walking St  Augustine

Download or read book Walking St Augustine written by Elsbeth "Buff" Gordon and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historic St. Augustine Research Institute William L. Proctor Award "Gaze at the buildings and read the accounts of the people who walked the same streets more than 450 years ago; you will be transformed into a time traveler."--Thomas Graham, author of Mr. Flagler's St. Augustine "Grab this book--you will never find this information on a travel website."--Kathleen Deagan, coauthor of Fort Mose: Colonial America's Black Fortress of Freedom In 2013, National Geographic Traveler chose St. Augustine as one of "20 must-see places and best trips in the world." But while tourists take in the fort and stroll the cobblestone streets, few visitors are aware of the remarkable history of this oldest continuously occupied European-established settlement in the continental United States. Walking St. Augustine fuses illustrated history and intimate handbook. The author, Elsbeth "Buff" Gordon, one of the city's most highly regarded historians, is also a resident and offers insider tips for exciting adventures. Gordon divides the colonial village into sections, all easily walked in a single day. She guides visitors through Plaza de la Constitucion, the oldest public park in America, and down the same avenues walked by the first Spanish settlers. She vividly retells landmark events, highlights areas of architectural or historic interest, delves into the genealogy of the multicultural families that have made St. Augustine home, and offers human stories and heritage recipes passed down through the centuries. With this vibrantly rendered, easy-to-use, and color-coded guide, visitors can walk the seldom-visited south end of the city, which includes the earliest residential area with streets dating back to 1572, and stop in at the Flagler College complex, its more recent history illuminated by its architectural perfection. Gordon suggests visiting the Colonial Quarter Living History Museum, and for those looking to venture beyond walking distance, the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, Anastasia Island, and Fort Mose, the nation's first legally free black settlement. Walking St. Augustine opens the doors to a spellbinding city, allowing visitors to discover five centuries of gripping history.

Book Heart and Soul of Florida

Download or read book Heart and Soul of Florida written by Elsbeth K. Gordon and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exploration of the architectural and archaeological sites in Florida that explore the human spirit.

Book Historic Homes of Florida

Download or read book Historic Homes of Florida written by Laura Stewart and published by Pineapple Press. This book was released on 2008-05-01 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Houses tell the human side of history. In this survey of restored residences, their stories are intertwined with those of their owners in a domestic history of Florida from the days of Spanish occupation to the Rawlings House in Cross Creek, Vizcaya in Miami, and President Harry S. Trumans "Little White House" in Key West. Most of these houses are museums now; others are restaurants or bed-and-breakfasts. This new edition is updated and illustrated with color photographs.

Book Architectural Guide to Central Florida

Download or read book Architectural Guide to Central Florida written by Scott Nichols and published by . This book was released on 1917-03-03 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Central Florida architecture has a history and lineage that can be traced back to Frank Lloyd Wright, Walter Gropius (Sarasota School of Design), and James Gamble Rogers. This includes the work of architects Nils M. Schweizer, Murry S. King, Gene Leedy, James Gamble Rogers II, and many other talented local architects.The area is home to the only Frank Lloyd Wright-designed campus at Florida Southern College, Santiago Calatrava's Polytechnic University, Barton Myers? Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Center, and the groundbreaking work of new urbanists.There are also buildings by Robert Stern, Arata Isozaki, Phillip Johnson, Aldo Rossi, Michael Graves, Venturi Scott Brown, Graham Gund, Welton Becket, Arquitectonica, Helmut Jahn, Gwathmey Siegel, Cesar Pelli, Charles Moore, Walt Disney Imagineering, and Universal Creative to round out the collection.With dramatic color photography and essays by local experts, this guidebook showcases nearly 300 buildings from the early twentieth century, mid-century modern, through today. The guide meticulously documents a century and a half of urban growth and introduces major cities from Daytona to Lake Wales, along with the architects who have shaped those communities