Architecture : why man builds

Duration: 18

Genre: Educational

Creator: McGraw-Hill Book Company.

Format: 16mm

Sound: sound

Copyright: Registered 13Sep72 · MP24272 (Jul-Dec 1973) Copyright holder: McGraw Hill, Inc

Description: Split-screen scenes of engineering drawing, masonry, and carpentry introduce this philosophical treatment of architecture. Architecture, properly observed, communicates much of the forces that influence civilization, of the character of the people who designed it and for whom it was designed. Roman architecture communicates pride and a strong sense of security; Medieval architecture a fear of the outside world and a religion-oriented creativity; Medieval Renaissance architecture prosperity and a return to the Classic pride. We are moving toward recognition of architecture as a part of, rather than a backdrop for life., An introduction to architecture.

Complete Record: Split-screen scenes of engineering drawing, masonry, and carpentry introduce this philosophical treatment of architecture. Architecture, properly observed, communicates much of the forces that influence civilization, of the character of the people who designed it and for whom it was designed. Roman architecture communicates pride and a strong sense of security; Medieval architecture a fear of the outside world and a religion-oriented creativity; Medieval Renaissance architecture prosperity and a return to the Classic pride. We are moving toward recognition of architecture as a part of, rather than a backdrop for life., An introduction to architecture.NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.