cultural issues in vernacular architecture Oliver, Paul 1927- creator text bibliography gr Amsterdam Boston London Architectural 2006 1st ed. monographic gre

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xxviii, 445 p. : col. ill., maps ; 26 cm. The study of 'vernacular architecture' is growing in many parts of the world as the importance of indigenous traditions in buildings is increasingly recognized. In this collection of conference papers given by Paul Oliver, consideration is given to the cultural aspects of vernacular architecture, including economies, technologies, inherited and transmitted skill, social and family structures, physical needs and belief systems. Problems of post-disaster housing and the questions of conservation and the continuity of vernacular architecture in the new century are among the other aspects examined by Paul Oliver, which have arisen from his field work in all continents. -- Back Cover. Paul Oliver. Includes bibliographical references and index. Vernacular architecture NA208 .O45 2006 0750666579 9780750666572 UKM 151007 20200628125544.0 b10569418