This architectural diary tells the story of the incredible concentration of midcentury modern motels of Wildwood, New Jersey, from their origin in the Doo Wop decade of Elvis Presley to their whereabouts today. Not many people know that it was local contractors, not architects, who created this trove of asymmetrical,
neon-encrusted motels with swooping rooflines and pink pylons, meant to attract vacationing families. This book chronicles their architectural significance and preserves memories of what many of these cheerful, flamboyant buildings looked like before
they were demolished by developers, depriving motel neighborhoods of the chance to become landmarked historic districts. In addition to over 200
photos, many never before published, maps pinpoint the location of the
motels, some long gone and others stops on today's architecture tours.
This book title, Motels of Wildwood (Postwar to Present), ISBN: 9780764362934, by Jackson Betz, published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. (January 28, 2022) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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