Sporting Architecture - George Tattersall - Bog

Sporting Architecture is a comprehensive book written by George Tattersall that explores the design and construction of sports facilities. The book covers a wide range of sports, including football, cricket, tennis, and horse racing, and provides insight into the evolution of sporting architecture over time.The book begins by examining the historical context of sporting architecture, looking at the origins of different sports and how they have influenced the design of their respective facilities. It then moves on to discuss the various elements that make up a sports facility, including seating, lighting, and playing surfaces.Throughout the book, Tattersall provides numerous examples of iconic sports facilities from around the world, including Wembley Stadium, Lord's Cricket Ground, and the All England Lawn Tennis Club. He also explores the challenges that architects and designers face when creating sporting venues, such as balancing the need for functionality with aesthetic considerations.In addition to discussing the design of sports facilities, the book also looks at the role that sports architecture plays in shaping the identity of a city or region. Tattersall argues that sports facilities can serve as important cultural landmarks, and can help to promote a sense of community and pride among local residents.Overall, Sporting Architecture is a fascinating read for anyone interested in sports or architecture. It provides a detailed look at the design and construction of sports facilities, and offers insights into the ways in which these structures contribute to our cultural and social landscape.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.