National Park Recreation Design

Author: Albert H. Good
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: The U.S. National Parks and their cabin architecture have long been a source of fascination. Looking back, these rustic facilities are not only symbols of the American pioneering spirit but also a source of inspiration for modern architectural design. The continued interest in rustic facilities today reflects people's longing for wooden structures. The park museums, restrooms, cabins, lodges, signs, and site facilities collected in this book establish a unique and enduring visual identity for national and state parks, reflecting the parks' sustainable development direction. This book was originally published in three volumes by the Department of the Interior in 1938, revised and illustrated, documenting the rich legacy of facilities left behind during the golden age of park development. Randall Biallas, the Chief Historian Architect of the National Park Service, wrote the preface for the revised edition. This book will serve as an important reference for architects, landscape designers, gardeners, and other park enthusiasts, as well as a source of inspiration for ideas and imagination.