Changes in Understanding of the City
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A 6 page paper discussing modernism as it applies to LeCorbusier and Ebenezer Howard, followed by the post-war critiques of modernism by Venturi, Superstudio and Rem Koolhaas. Of these three, Venturi's observations have the greatest basis in real life for real people. Superstudio imposes unrealistic values and Koolhaas chooses to go along with the masses, many of whom have no values at all. Peace and comfort are not part of either equation; peace and comfort also were missing from the modernist designs. Some of the visual effects are worth keeping, but the context and the imposition of values were not. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSarchiCityMod.rtf

Changing Contractor Relationships in the UK Construction Industry
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The need for change in the UK construction industry was recognised in the document Rethinking Construction by Sir John Egan. This paper considers the implications for contractual obligations, relationships and dispute resolution. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TErethnk.rtf

Charles and Ray Eames
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This 4 page paper considers the collaborative design work of Charles and Ray Eames, who throughout their careers aimed to deliver affordable, well-designed, and high quality products. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BBeames.doc

Charles Rennie Mackintosh/Architect
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A 5 page research paper on Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh. The writer explores the significance of Mackintosh's work and argues that he was an innovator in his field. The writer also explores the various ways that critics have viewed his work. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khmacarc.rtf

Charles Willard Moore -- 'Humanist' Architect
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This 5 page report discusses the life and work of Charles Willard Moore. His design of both houses and public buildings offers a unique flow and 'user-friendliness.' Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Chmoore.wps

Chateau de Versailles: History
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A 10 page paper which examines the history and construction of the Chateau de Versailles. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAhv.rtf

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