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PublisherOro Editions

ISBN-101957183411

ISBN-139781957183411

eBay Product ID (ePID)10057267349

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Number of Pages200 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameDesign for Life : in the Deep South

SubjectIndividual Architects & Firms / Monographs, Subjects & Themes / Architectural & Industrial, Sustainability & Green Design, General

Publication Year2023

TypeTextbook

AuthorHolly & Smith Architects

Subject AreaArchitecture, Photography

FormatHardcover

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Item Weight0 Oz

Item Length10 in

Item Width10 in

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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

Reviews"...the materiality has been so well orchestrated, which includes a delightful presence of details; thus, inhabiting their buildings offers not only dynamic and enchanting places but also a sophisticated assembly of materials. Thank you, Michael and Jeffrey for allowing me to reflect and respond to your astonishing work, as it is so wonderfully documented in this book." --Hector LaSala, Professor of Architecture and Design, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, "The work of Holly & Smith Architects is notable for design solutions that give the utmost respect to the people, climate, and culture of South Louisiana. Over the course of four decades, the firm has created award-winning, sustainable designs that have made a lasting impact on the people and communities served. This monograph is an excellent resource for architects interested in designing for the climate and context of the Deep South and the great state of Louisiana." --Kevin J. Singh, AIAArchitecture Program Chair & ProfessorLouisiana Tech University

Dewey Edition23

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal720.922

SynopsisThis monograph explores the work of Holly & Smith Architects (H/S) over the past 40 years. This compilation of some of the firm's most recent work demonstrates the designer's deep respect for the climate, vernacular, culture/context, topography, and the natural environment of the deep South. Significant climate and environmental factors have informed the H/S design philosophy. The culture of south Louisiana has also greatly influenced the design solutions by respecting the vernacular and context of the semi-rural communities. The constraints of clients of modest means are used as an opportunity to utilize ordinary materials and methods uniquely. Sustainability methods, such as using closely sourced materials indigenous to the sites and focusing on energy conservation through rigorous site analysis and building orientation, are evident in the designs. Several projects presented address sustainability through the adaptive reuse of historic structures. By utilizing historic tax incentives, these examples maintain historic integrity of the façade while repurposing the interiors, bringing often overlooked and neglected cultural gems back into commerce. These timeless designs fit seamlessly into the existing architectural inventory of the deep South while utilizing current technologies, materials, and construction methodologies to address the needs of the clients, users, and communities., This monograph explores the work of Holly & Smith Architects (H/S) over the past 40 years. This compilation of some of the firm's most recent work demonstrates the designer's deep respect for the climate, vernacular, culture/context, topography, and the natural environment of the deep South. Significant climate and environmental factors have informed the H/S design philosophy. The culture of south Louisiana has also greatly influenced the design solutions by respecting the vernacular and context of the semi-rural communities.The constraints of clients of modest means are used as an opportunity to utilize ordinary materials and methods uniquely. Sustainability methods, such as using closely sourced materials indigenous to the sites and focusing on energy conservation through rigorous site analysis and building orientation, are evident in the designs.Several projects presented address sustainability through the adaptive reuse of historic structures. By utilizing historic tax incentives, these examples maintain historic integrity of the façade while repurposing the interiors, bringing often overlooked and neglected cultural gems back into commerce.These timeless designs fit seamlessly into the existing architectural inventory of the deep South while utilizing current technologies, materials, and construction methodologies to address the needs of the clients, users, and communities.

LC Classification NumberNA737