Corrugated Iron Buildings
Corrugated Iron Buildings
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Corrugated Iron Buildings by Nick Thomson
Prefabricated corrugated-iron buildings have been manufactured in Britain since the middle of the nineteenth century. Structures ranging from humble cottages to substantial churches, and from halls to hospitals and hotels, have since then been produced, packed and consigned to destinations at home and abroad. Though often regarded as cheap and temporary, these buildings are an expression of a progressive and vital chapter in the history of Britain's construction industry. First used in 1829, corrugated-iron has become a familiar element in vernacular architecture and construction, bringing its particular character and colour to landscapes both rural and urban. The author draws on a wide range of research to highlight the significance, in Britain and across the world, of these oft-overlooked structures.
Nick Thomson is an architect based on the Isle of Skye, and has a particular interest in aspects of construction history. He has an MSc in Building Conservation, and has published papers on the history of corrugated iron buildings.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780747807834 |
| ISBN 10 | 0747807833 |
| Title | Corrugated Iron Buildings |
| Author | Nick Thomson |
| Series | Shire Library |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2011-02-10 |
| Number of pages | 64 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |