Architecture. A Popular Illustrated Guide

Architecture has a tremendous impact. It can provide a sense of harmony or cause anxiety, suppress or instill confidence, glorify. But it also reflects numerous factors, telling us much about the past and present. How do concepts of beauty combine with practical utility in architectural styles? How are the tastes of people, the spirit of the age, and living conditions reflected in them? How can we understand the hidden meaning and emotional content in architecture? You will find answers to these and other questions in this illustrated guide.