The University of Texas at Austin
Author | : Richard Cleary |
Publisher | : Princeton Architectural Press |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2011-08-10 |
ISBN-10 | : 1568988540 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781568988542 |
Rating | : 4/5 (542 Downloads) |
Download or read book The University of Texas at Austin written by Richard Cleary and published by Princeton Architectural Press. This book was released on 2011-08-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The newest title in Princeton Architectural Press's Campus Guide series takes readers on an architectural tour of the University of Texas at Austin's history from its foundation in 1883 to present-day. Beautifully photographed in full color, along with a selection of rarely seen archival imagery, the guide presents the history of UT-Austin through six architectural walks, revealing the stories behind both the historic and contemporary buildings. Featuring buildings designed by prominent Texan architects like Herbert M. Greene of Greene, La Roche and Dahl; internationally known designs from the likes of Paul Cret, Gordon Bunshaft and development of the current master plan by Cesar Pelli, The University of Texas at Austin is the definitive history of UT's architectural growth and maturity, mirroring its ascent as one of America's premiere centers of higher learning.