Trained as an architect in the early twentieth century; Hugh Ferriss possessed a vision of form that surpassed the traditional blueprints of his peers—and it showed in his distinctively moody renderings. A master of light and shadow; he managed to capture the spirit of each building with a heightened sense of perspective and design. By the 1920s; he was well on his way to becoming Americas greatest architectural draftsman. Ferriss remarkable style; which influenced generations of builders; is highlighted in this illustrated journey through three decades of American architecture.Accompanied by illuminating text and captions; this collection of sixty of his extraordinary drawings includes: Rockefeller Center; a stunning symbol of modern Art Deco style; Californias Shasta Dam; ranked as one of the great civil engineering feats of the world; the Perisphere and Trylon from New Yorks 1939 Worlds Fair; Taliesin-in-Arizona; Frank Lloyd Wrights breathtaking winter home; and Denvers Red Rocks Amphitheater; a dramatic structure that incorporates natural elements and rock formations. Plus; there are illustrations of the Empire State Building; the United Nations headquarters; airports; grain elevators; bomb shelters; and more. Architects; draftsmen; and designers of all ages will savor the wonder and imagination in this magnificent volume.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Nelsons arguments are well thought out and argued acknowledging that no one has a perfect crystal ballBy Brent CampbellI am a big fan of scenario analysis and planning and Dr. Nelsons arguments are well thought out and argued acknowledging that no one has a perfect crystal ball. We believe the scenarios he describes will inform smart real estate investors for years to come.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Good GeneralBy SamI bought this because Ive read; and have learned much from Dr. Nelsons contributions to the field. If youre in urban or transportation planning; or if you are in economic development this is a great and very general supplemental read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Planning for new population shifts. Interesting statistics; and ...By George I SorkinPlanning for new population shifts. Interesting statistics; and overview of New Urbanism.