The American Vitruvius draw perspective

draw perspective

Irreverent and ironic

the "dynamic extremes

Fascinating historical record and revealing picture of Indian culture and frontier life

among them Queen Anne

The American Vitruvius draw perspectiveThis atlas of architectural design advocates rational as well as humanistic principles in the development of the urban environment. Drawing upon the ideals that inspired the great Roman architect, it promotes the Vitruvian maxims of longevity, beauty, and commodity. It also defines the thinking behind modern American city planning. First published in 1922, The American Vitruvius arose from a collaboration between two students of American urbanism.