History of Cast Iron in Architecture

Originally published in 1948, A History of Cast Iron in Architecture is a comprehensive history of the part that has been played by cast iron in architecture and the allied arts in Britain.

List of contents

Introduction. 1. The Cast Iron Industry Becomes Established: 1650-1750 2. The New Material in Architecture: The Rise of Cast Iron: 1750-1820 3. The Industrial Expansion of the Cast Iron Industry: 1820-1860 4. Changes in the Industry Following the Development of New Uses: 1860-1900 5. Twentieth Century Developments: 1900-1945.

About the author

An author of almost sixty books, with topics ranging from interiors to furniture history, from industrial design to the use of plastics, Gloag was a member of an elite design culture that was highly visible throughout the 1930s and 40s.

Summary

Originally published in 1948, A History of Cast Iron in Architecture is a comprehensive history of the part that has been played by cast iron in architecture and the allied arts in Britain.

Product details

• Authors: Derek Bridgwater, John Gloag, John Bridgwater Gloag
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.10.2024
• EAN: 9781032367194
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3236719-4
• No. of pages: 396
• Series: John Gloag on Industrial Design
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Art > Architecture; ARCHITECTURE / Interior Design / General, Professional interior design, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Industrial Engineering, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Industries / Manufacturing, HOUSE & HOME / Design & Construction, Technical design, Architecture: interior design, Building construction & materials, Building construction and materials, Construction and heavy industry, Iron, Steel & Metals Industries