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Full-Text Articles in Architecture
Hut Annandale: Humblest Dwelling, Ruiqi Zhu
Hut Annandale: Humblest Dwelling, Ruiqi Zhu
Senior Projects Spring 2020
Lots of us have a dream deep down in the heart: to get away from the congested cities and live in a hut in nature. French port Jean Wahl once wrote: The frothing of the hedges I keep deep inside me. In my project, he explored this dream and constructed a group of architectural structures by hand for those potential hermits. Studying at Bard College, I have found this region is a place with a great hermit culture. With the picturesque scene of nature and the location near the New York Metropolitan area, here the mid-Hudson Valley has attracted lots …
"The Cornerstone And Abode Of Our National Progress": New York City's Skyscrapers As An American Story Of Innovation And Teamwork, Meghan Hamel
History Theses
This paper examines the early history of skyscrapers using New York City as its case study. Skyscrapers become possible because of the Industrial Revolution which provided the steel needed for its tall structure and the demand for office space. The early skyscrapers were both praised and criticized by the public. Concerns over the health, economic, and aesthetic consequences led to the passing of the 1916 Zone Ordinance. Following the ordinance, New York City saw a boom of skyscrapers and the creation of a uniquely American architectural style. Before all skyscraper construction completely halted, the Empire State Building was completed. It …
Education Institutions Creation Of Partnerships, Iwasan D. Kejawa Ed.D
Education Institutions Creation Of Partnerships, Iwasan D. Kejawa Ed.D
Department of Educational Administration: Faculty Publications
This issue is embracing the creation of partnerships with establishments worldwide for the provisions of life embodiments to graduates. At moment, there may be lack of friendship or partnership with establishments to create incentives for newly graduates of so many colleges and universities (Hirsh & Weber, 1999). Partnership with external companies will surely bring enormous grants to the colleges and universities and it will also encourage friendly establishments to provide incentives and perks to colleges, universities and alumni. It may be concluded that the advantages of creating rapport with external congruences is the comraderies and also compromises that will be …
Ua1c11/81 Robert Eversoll Photograph Collection, Wku Archives
Ua1c11/81 Robert Eversoll Photograph Collection, Wku Archives
WKU Archives Collection Inventories
Slides of the Environmental Sciences & Technology Building under construction.
Ua1c11/73 C. Haskel Mccauley Photo Collection, Wku Archives
Ua1c11/73 C. Haskel Mccauley Photo Collection, Wku Archives
WKU Archives Collection Inventories
Photographs by C. Haskel McCauley
Simpson County, Kentucky - Legal Papers, 1820 (Sc 197), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives
Simpson County, Kentucky - Legal Papers, 1820 (Sc 197), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives
MSS Finding Aids
Finding aid and scan (Click on "additional files" below) for Manuscripts Small Collection 197. Photocopy and typescript of agreement between Simpson County commissioners and Micajah Clark, Jr., Abraham North, and Micajah Clark, Sr. for the construction of a county clerk's office. The document provides specifications for the building, including location, dimensions, and materials.
Ua1b2/1/9 Oral History Part Ii, Paula Trafton, Owen Lawson
Ua1b2/1/9 Oral History Part Ii, Paula Trafton, Owen Lawson
WKU Archives Records
Part II of an interview conducted by Paula Trafton with Owen Lawson former WKU Physical Plant director.
Ua1b2/1/8 Oral History Part I, Paula Trafton, Owen Lawson
Ua1b2/1/8 Oral History Part I, Paula Trafton, Owen Lawson
WKU Archives Records
Part I of an interview conducted by Paula Trafton with Owen Lawson former WKU Physical Plant director.
Ah Pah Road Project, Susie Van Kirk
Ah Pah Road Project, Susie Van Kirk
Susie Van Kirk Papers
Redwood National Park and Prairie Creek State Park are coordinating a project to remove those portions of Ah Pah Road, East Ridge Road. and S-Line and B-Line spurs, located in the SE qt. sec. 3 and in sec. 11, 12Nl, all within Park boundaries. Since construction of the Highway 101 Bypass, Ah Pah Road no longer accesses the Klamath River from Prairie Creek State Park. East Ridge Road will continue as a trail to access dedicated groves and the Hope Creek-Ten Tapo Loop Trail. To assess possible impacts of the project on historic resources and to develop a history of …
Minor Theatre And Minor Building, Susie Van Kirk
Minor Theatre And Minor Building, Susie Van Kirk
Susie Van Kirk Papers
The Minor Theatre and the adjacent Minor Building have been submitted for consideration for designation under the City of Arcata's Landmark and Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (LHP). Both buildings are historically important to Arcata by virtue of their association with pioneer lumberman and entrepreneur Isaac Minor and because of their contribution to the commercial, social and cultural life of the community. Although the buildings have experienced exterior alterations since their construction three- quarters of a century ago, both retain sufficient architectural integrity to easily qualify for LHP designation.
Ua11/2 Construction Bonds, Wku Public Affairs
Ua11/2 Construction Bonds, Wku Public Affairs
WKU Archives Records
Press release regarding construction bonds for Keen Hall, Poland Hall, Pearce-Ford Tower and Downing University Center.
Ua3/1/2 Letter To Roemer Brothers, Wku President's Office
Ua3/1/2 Letter To Roemer Brothers, Wku President's Office
WKU Archives Records
Letter from the WKU President's Office to Roemer Brothers of Bowling Green regarding the construction of a temporary gymnasium. The letter outlines the specifications for the building.