Producing over three hundred major projects, including the celebrated Grand Central Terminal (designed in association with Reed & Stem), the charismatic Beaux Arts-trained Whitney Warren (1864-1943) and shrewd lawyer Charles D. Wetmore (1866-1941) grasped the stylistic requirements and prevailing architectural tastes of the vibrant period leading up to the Great Depression. The firmās bold and creative interpretation of classical and French styles, as translated into American practice, reflected the cultural, social, and business aspirations of the countryās ruling class.Illustrated with Jonathan Wallenās stunning new color photographs and with historic photographs, drawings, and plans, The Architecture of Warren & Wetmore is the first book to examine exclusively the scope of the firmās rich and varied body of work. In addition to Grand Central Terminal, Warren & Wetmore was responsible for some of New Yorkās most memorable buildings, including the New York Yacht Club, grand mansions for such prominent clients as the Vanderbilts, and a number of luxurious early apartment buildings and hotels. During a period of rampant building activity, the firm was instrumental in shaping New Yorkās expanding cityscape with its office buildings in Terminal City and setback towers. Its hotels and resorts nationwide set an unprecedented level of comfort and luxury for Americaās leisure class, guiding the direction of the modern-day hotel. The reconstruction of the university library in Louvain, Belgium-Warrenās most prized commission-held the international spotlight after World War I. The Architecture of Warren & Wetmore includes a catalogue raisonnĆ© and an employee roster, and is the definitive source about a practice that made an indelible imprint on the American landscape.
This book title, The Architecture of Warren & Wetmore, ISBN: 9780393731620, by Peter Pennoyer, Anne Walker, published by W. W. Norton & Company (March 17, 2006) 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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