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The High Line : foreseen, unforeseen / James Corner Field Operations, Diller Scofidio + Renfro.

Title
The High Line : foreseen, unforeseen / James Corner Field Operations, Diller Scofidio + Renfro.
Author
James Corner Field Operations, architect.
Publication
  • London ; New York, N.Y. : Phaidon, 2015.
  • ©2015

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Diller Scofidio + Renfro.
Description
451 pages (many folded) : color illustrations, maps, plans, facsimiles; 23 x 35 cm
Summary
"The first-hand, behind-the-scenes account of the creative inspiration behind the High Line, the transformative public 'park in the sky' that has reshaped global perceptions of urban space – and become one of the most beloved and visited destinations in New York City. The first full documentation that visually charts the journey of this global landmark from the designer's point of view. Hundreds of illustrations showcase every aspect of the project and its unforeseen influence in its entirety. Includes previously unpublished archival materials such as the drawings behind the original proposal and exclusive images of construction. The book mirrors the architecture and composition of the park through its large landscape format with foldouts, surprising packaging and inserts. More than a visual masterpiece – its seven chapters are well-organized, legible, comprehensive and accessible. Detailed, obsessive, quirky, compelling, and beautiful, the book captures the essence of the High Line. THE book for design enthusiasts including architects, landscape designers and urban planners - as well as for general-interest lovers of New York City, culture, art, gardens, and city life." --Publisher.
Subject
  • Urban parks > New York (State) > New York
  • Land use > New York (State) > New York
  • City planning > New York (State) > New York
  • Railroads, Elevated > Remodeling for other use
  • Hochbahn
  • Umgestaltung
  • Nutzungsänderung
  • Stadtpark
  • Stadtplanung
  • High Line (New York, N.Y. : Park)
  • New York- Manhattan
Note
  • Color illustrations on endpapers.
Processing Action (note)
  • committed to retain
Contents
Introduction -- Forethoughts -- Found -- Archive -- Concept -- Process -- Design -- Construction -- Walk -- Afterthoughts -- Unforeseen.
ISBN
  • 9780714871004
  • 0714871001
LCCN
^^2015487923
OCLC
  • 908991241
  • SCSB-12541839
Owning Institutions
Harvard Library