Architectural Drawings of Christ's College

Architectural Drawings of Christ's CollegeDiscover the stunning architectural drawings of Christ's College, a hallmark of New Zealand's rich architectural heritage. This exquisite hardback publication, measuring 303 x 255 mm and containing 112 high quality pages, offers an in depth exploration of the iconic structures that define Christ's College in Christchurch. Authored by renowned architect Sir Miles Warren, who dedicated 43 years to the college's architecture, and fellow architect Alec

Discover the stunning architectural drawings of Christ's College, a hallmark of New Zealand's rich architectural heritage. This exquisite hardback publication, measuring 303 x 255 mm and containing 112 high-quality pages, offers an in-depth exploration of the iconic structures that define Christ's College in Christchurch. Authored by renowned architect Sir Miles Warren, who dedicated 43 years to the college's architecture, and fellow architect Alec Bruce, this book provides a unique summary of the distinctive designs that embody the spirit and history of the campus.

Unlike typical photography books, this publication showcases intricate drawings that highlight the diverse graphical interpretations and creative styles that have shaped the college over decades. As you turn each page, you'll appreciate the careful craftsmanship that goes into preserving the legacy of Christ's College, especially in the wake of the Christchurch earthquakes which significantly transformed parts of the campus.

By documenting the architecture in this way, the book serves not just as a record of what's been lost, but as a celebration of an architectural heritage that continues to inspire. Enjoy this compelling addition to any architectural library or as a unique gift for those passionate about historical buildings and design.

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CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 303 x 255 mm
Pages: 112
Bind: hardback
Authors: Sir Miles Warren, Alec Bruce Publisher: Quentin Wilson Publishing
Publication Date: 20-09-2021

The Christ’s College campus in Christchurch is unquestionably one of the most remarkable collections of buildings in New Zealand, but there are few publications which focus solely on its architecture. To produce this book, Sir Miles Warren, the architect for Christ’s College for 43 years, enlisted fellow Christchurch architect Alec Bruce to create this succinct summary of the design of the college’s unique buildings. Earlier collaborations on projects at Christ’s College led naturally to this shared authorship. Drawings have been used instead of photographs, to show the range of types of graphical information from which buildings were produced and the different creative tendencies of the architects involved. Later design commissions contend with the challenge of working in an established heritage environment. Significant parts of Christ’s College were changed as a result of the Christchurch earthquakes, lending urgency to the publication of this book, which includes buildings which have been removed since September 2010.

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