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Witold Rybczynski

    Witold Rybczynski je autor, ktorý vo svojej tvorbe skúma vzťah medzi architektúrou, urbanizmom a ľudským životom. Jeho písanie sa vyznačuje bystrým pozorovaním a hlbokým pochopením toho, ako priestor a prostredie ovplyvňujú naše prežívanie. Prostredníctvom svojich textov ponúka čitateľom jedinečný pohľad na svet okolo nás. Jeho diela sú pozvaním k zamysleniu nad mestami, domovmi a spôsobmi, akými v nich žijeme.

    The Look of Architecture
    Home: A Short History of an Idea
    The Perfect House
    Vizcaya
    Charleston Fancy: Little Houses and Big Dreams in the Holy City
    A Clearing in the Distance: Frederick Law Olmsted and America in the Nineteenth Century
    • 2022

      An inviting exploration of architecture across cultures and centuries by one of the field's eminent authors

      The Story of Architecture
    • 2020

      Set against the backdrop of Charleston's historic charm, the narrative follows a diverse group of architects and builders from the 1980s who creatively reshape the city’s landscape. Among them are a self-taught builder, an Air Force pilot, and a bluegrass musician, each contributing unique structures that blend historical inspiration with modern design. Through their stories, Rybczynski highlights the significance of individual creativity in urban development and how a city's identity can evolve through innovative architecture.

      Charleston Fancy: Little Houses and Big Dreams in the Holy City
    • 2018

      Mysteries of the Mall and Other Essays

      • 332 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania

      This book offers a profound examination of contemporary existence, delving into the dynamics of urban environments, communal spaces, and personal living areas. It invites readers to reflect on how these settings shape our experiences and interactions in a rapidly changing world, highlighting the significance of place in our daily lives. Through thoughtful insights, it encourages a deeper understanding of the relationship between individuals and their surroundings.

      Mysteries of the Mall and Other Essays
    • 2014

      Jedyna taka książka na polskim rynku. Fascynująca opowieść o tym, jak powstaje architektura i jak ją rozumieć. Witold Rybczyński odpowiada na najbardziej podstawowe pytania dotyczące architektury. Jakie idee stoją za powstaniem słynnych realizacji? Jakie są kulisy konkurs�w architektonicznych? Jak r�żni architekci odnoszą się do krajobrazu i otoczenia, w kt�rym mają stanąć projektowane przez nich budynki? Co można wyczytać z plan�w i co wynika z doboru konkretnych materiał�w budowlanych? Jak wsp�łczesna architektura odnosi się do przeszłości? Czym w architekturze jest smak? Co architektura naszych czas�w m�wi o nas samych? W błyskotliwym eseju autor analizuje dziesiątki konkretnych budynk�w i przytacza wypowiedzi samych architekt�w ? od Le Corbusiera i Miesa van der Rohe po Renzo Piano i Franka Gehry?ego. Bogato ilustrowana książka jest znakomitym wprowadzeniem do architektury nie tylko dla adept�w tej dziedziny, ale r�wnież dla tych, kt�rzy chcieliby lepiej rozumieć otaczający nas świat.

      Jak działa architektura. Przybornik humanisty
    • 2011

      Makeshift Metropolis

      Ideas about Cities

      • 258 stránok
      • 10 hodin čítania
      3,4(14)Ohodnotiť

      Focusing on urban living, the book offers a blend of intellectual history and critique, reflecting the author's extensive observations of cities. Witold Rybczynski, a prizewinning author and architecture critic, delves into how people inhabit and interact with their environments. This work builds on his previous successes, providing readers with a thoughtful exploration of metropolitan life and the nuances that shape it.

      Makeshift Metropolis
    • 2009

      This collection of linked autobiographical essays explores the profound impact of World War II on European lives, intertwining personal memoir with family history. It delves into the author's intellectual growth and highlights the universal language of art as a means of understanding and connection. Accompanied by illustrations, this critically acclaimed work offers a deep and reflective examination of history and identity.

      My Two Polish Grandfathers: And Other Essays on the Imaginative Life
    • 2007

      Vizcaya

      An American Villa and Its Makers

      • 296 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania
      4,3(23)Ohodnotiť

      The book explores Vizcaya, a remarkable Gilded Age estate that exemplifies the era's opulence through its grand architecture and lush gardens. Utilizing illustrations and historic photographs, the authors provide a detailed narrative that captures the significance of this estate as a symbol of wealth and power during its time. The documentation highlights both the house and its landscape, offering readers a glimpse into the luxurious lifestyle of the period.

      Vizcaya
    • 2004

      Wie kaum ein anderer Architekt prägt der italienische Renaissance- Baumeister Andrea Palladio (1508-1580) bis heute unsere Vorstellung von einem schönen, „vollkommenen“ Haus. Was aber macht Palladios Häuser so einzigartig und „perfekt“? Rybczynski spürt den Geheimnissen von Palladios Baukunst nach. Kurzweilig, kenntnisreich und von ansteckender Neugier geleitet, führt er den Leser durch zehn Palladio- Villen.

      Das vollkommene Haus
    • 2003

      «Abbiamo inventato il weekend, ma i nuvoloni neri dei vecchi tabù incombono ancora sulla vacanza...» Quali sono le ragioni che ci hanno condotto a strutturare la nostra vita quotidiana in cinque giorni feriali e due festivi? In che modo il finesettimana è diventato la principale istituzione temporale dell'età moderna? E ancora: come e perché questa scansione del tempo universalmente condivisa ha influenzato la natura dei nostri svaghi? Witold Rybczynski, architetto, urbanista e celebre critico d'arte, abbandona temporaneamente il suo tradizionale terreno d'indagine per interrogarsi sull'improvvisa e in apparenza inattaccabile popolarità del sabato e della domenica nella storia dell'uomo, sulla trasversalità, nel tempo e nello spazio, di una pratica plasmata dalla credenza popolare e dall'uso quotidiano (al cui fascino nessuna civiltà è mai riuscita a sottrarsi), sulla matrice astronomica, religiosa, sociale, e forse persino biologica, di uno schema settenario necessario e misteriosamente radicato. Le curiose. puntuali, documentate e occasionalmente aulobiografiche osservazioni che dedica alla formazione del ciclo settimanale chiamano in causa il tradizionale rapporto tra lavoro e tempo libero, e la sua lenta e graduale evoluzione. Con l'aumento generalizzato del benessere, il moltipllcarsi delle possibilità ricreative e l'affermazione sempre più incontestata dell'etica del lavoro, la libertà di non fare nulla nei giorni di pausa lavorativa è diventata a poco a poco libertà di fare qualsiasi cosa, e infine obbligo ossessivo di fare qualcosa. Un filo sottile e antico, più intellettuale che reale, collega l'ozio contemplativo e disteso dei patrizi nell'antica Roma alle..attuali nevrosi domenicali del cittadino qualunque. Seguire questo filo è un modo originale e accattivante per capire l'animo umano.

      Aspettando il weekend. Cinquemila anni di sabati e domeniche
    • 2003

      The Perfect House

      A Journey with Renaissance Master Andrea Palladio

      • 320 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania
      4,1(12)Ohodnotiť

      Focusing on the life and contributions of Andrea Palladio, this account explores his profound influence on domestic architecture. Renowned for his original and engaging writing style, the author delves into Palladio's innovative designs and enduring legacy, showcasing how his work shaped architectural practices. The narrative offers insights into Palladio's methods and philosophies, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in architecture and its history.

      The Perfect House