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Fonds B.C. Binning
AP069
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The B.C. Binning fonds documents the activities of artist B.C. Binning and the links between his art and architecture. The fonds contains drawings, reprographic copies, photographs and coloured test panels related to five projects, among others, the design of Binning's residence in West Vancouver, British Columbia and the mural for the B.C. Electric Head Office in Vancouver. Material in the fonds was produced between 1941 and 1963.
1941-1963
Fonds B.C. Binning
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AP069
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The B.C. Binning fonds documents the activities of artist B.C. Binning and the links between his art and architecture. The fonds contains drawings, reprographic copies, photographs and coloured test panels related to five projects, among others, the design of Binning's residence in West Vancouver, British Columbia and the mural for the B.C. Electric Head Office in Vancouver. Material in the fonds was produced between 1941 and 1963.
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1941-1963
Projet
Stark
AP144.S2.D130
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File documents a consultancy project to increase public access to the Stowe Gardens in Buckinghamshire, England, undertaken for the Stowe School, which owned the gardens. Included are proposals to improve vehicular access routes and parking; to improve and expand walking routes; and to introduce new tourist facilities and improve existing facilities. This project also includes proposals for alterations and additions to existing Stowe School buildings, and an earlier executed project for a new girls' boarding house, for which Price was also consultant. Material in this file was produced between 1978 and 1990, but predominantly between 1983 and 1986. File contains conceptual drawings, photographic materials, and textual records
1978-1990, predominant 1983-1986
Stark
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AP144.S2.D130
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File documents a consultancy project to increase public access to the Stowe Gardens in Buckinghamshire, England, undertaken for the Stowe School, which owned the gardens. Included are proposals to improve vehicular access routes and parking; to improve and expand walking routes; and to introduce new tourist facilities and improve existing facilities. This project also includes proposals for alterations and additions to existing Stowe School buildings, and an earlier executed project for a new girls' boarding house, for which Price was also consultant. Material in this file was produced between 1978 and 1990, but predominantly between 1983 and 1986. File contains conceptual drawings, photographic materials, and textual records
File 130
1978-1990, predominant 1983-1986
Projet
Rink
AP144.S2.D160
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File documents a consultancy project related to the Channel Tunnel Rail Link (CTRL) running from London to Folkestone, England. Price was commissioned to work in conjunction with engineering and environmental teams to provide input to the aesthetic design of major structures located along the CTRL route. A significant part of the work done on the project relates to a proposal to use a bridge rather than a tunnel on the section of the link crossing the Thames. The bridge would have been built between Gravesend, Kent and Tilbury, Thurrock. Material in this file was produced between 1986 and 1997, but predominantly in 1992. File contains conceptual drawings and textual records.
1986-1997, predominant 1992
Rink
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AP144.S2.D160
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File documents a consultancy project related to the Channel Tunnel Rail Link (CTRL) running from London to Folkestone, England. Price was commissioned to work in conjunction with engineering and environmental teams to provide input to the aesthetic design of major structures located along the CTRL route. A significant part of the work done on the project relates to a proposal to use a bridge rather than a tunnel on the section of the link crossing the Thames. The bridge would have been built between Gravesend, Kent and Tilbury, Thurrock. Material in this file was produced between 1986 and 1997, but predominantly in 1992. File contains conceptual drawings and textual records.
File 160
1986-1997, predominant 1992
Série(s)
AP144.S1
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This series documents Cedric Price's student work and includes material from his studies at the University of Cambridge School of Architecture (now known as the Department of Architecture), at St. John's College in Cambridge, England, as well as the Architectural Association School of Architecture in London, including his thesis project for Oldham Town Centre in Oldham, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom. Price's professional memberships and lectures from this time are also documented, as well as RIBA examinations. The series also includes other material produced approximately during Price's student years, including artwork and textual materials. Materials in this series was produced between 1949 and 1960, but predominantly between 1953 and 1957. The series contains design development drawings, reference drawings, other drawings, presentation panels, photographic materials, posters, and textual records for various school projects. Price's time at the University of Cambridge is documented through notes, drawinexerciseses and some projects. Materials from the AA School of Architecture are mostly for projects, including an ice rink, the British Transport Commission offices, exhibition halls and restaurants, a wholesale gown showroom and offices, the Eel and Elephant pub and restaurant, and a design for the Auschwitz Memorial competition, entered jointly with Richard Padovan. Other materials show work-for-hire done by Price, such aillustrations,s; designs for letterheads, advertisements and brochures, and architectural sketches. Material relating to the AA School of Architecture's annual student exhibition in 1956, of which Price was director, are also included.
1949-1960, predominant 1953-1957
Student Work
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AP144.S1
Description:
This series documents Cedric Price's student work and includes material from his studies at the University of Cambridge School of Architecture (now known as the Department of Architecture), at St. John's College in Cambridge, England, as well as the Architectural Association School of Architecture in London, including his thesis project for Oldham Town Centre in Oldham, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom. Price's professional memberships and lectures from this time are also documented, as well as RIBA examinations. The series also includes other material produced approximately during Price's student years, including artwork and textual materials. Materials in this series was produced between 1949 and 1960, but predominantly between 1953 and 1957. The series contains design development drawings, reference drawings, other drawings, presentation panels, photographic materials, posters, and textual records for various school projects. Price's time at the University of Cambridge is documented through notes, drawinexerciseses and some projects. Materials from the AA School of Architecture are mostly for projects, including an ice rink, the British Transport Commission offices, exhibition halls and restaurants, a wholesale gown showroom and offices, the Eel and Elephant pub and restaurant, and a design for the Auschwitz Memorial competition, entered jointly with Richard Padovan. Other materials show work-for-hire done by Price, such aillustrations,s; designs for letterheads, advertisements and brochures, and architectural sketches. Material relating to the AA School of Architecture's annual student exhibition in 1956, of which Price was director, are also included.
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1949-1960, predominant 1953-1957
Projet
AP144.S2.D30
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File documents the project Hale Croft Housing Development, Cheshire, England. File includes two site plans, possibly of existing conditions, one of the proposed development site and surrounding area, the other of the development site located off Hale Road in more detail. It is unclear how a third drawing entitled "installation of televiser in self-serve launderette", relates to the other drawings. The scope of the project cannot be determined from the content of the file. Material in this file was produced in 1962. The following name and address appear on one drawing: Publicity & Allied Interests, 52 Gloucester Place, W.1, Welbeck 3521 &2 File contains drawings.
[1962]
Hale Croft Housing Development, Cheshire
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AP144.S2.D30
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File documents the project Hale Croft Housing Development, Cheshire, England. File includes two site plans, possibly of existing conditions, one of the proposed development site and surrounding area, the other of the development site located off Hale Road in more detail. It is unclear how a third drawing entitled "installation of televiser in self-serve launderette", relates to the other drawings. The scope of the project cannot be determined from the content of the file. Material in this file was produced in 1962. The following name and address appear on one drawing: Publicity & Allied Interests, 52 Gloucester Place, W.1, Welbeck 3521 &2 File contains drawings.
File 30
[1962]
Projet
AP144.S2.D36
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File documents an executed project for Robson Translloyd offices and showroom in London, England. The proposal shows offices and a showroom and consists of an exterior display area, waiting areas, two information counters, and clerical and managerial areas at the rear. Perspectives show front elevation and information area, and axonometrics show the floor plan. Drawings explore alternative approaches to the entrance along with variations in waiting room configurations. A diagram shows circulation patterns for staff and clientele. File also includes a rendered perspective of the facade from the street. Material in this file was produced between 1961 and 1988, but predominantly 1962. File contains design development drawings and textual records.
1961-1988, predominant 1962
Robson Translloyd, London W.1
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AP144.S2.D36
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File documents an executed project for Robson Translloyd offices and showroom in London, England. The proposal shows offices and a showroom and consists of an exterior display area, waiting areas, two information counters, and clerical and managerial areas at the rear. Perspectives show front elevation and information area, and axonometrics show the floor plan. Drawings explore alternative approaches to the entrance along with variations in waiting room configurations. A diagram shows circulation patterns for staff and clientele. File also includes a rendered perspective of the facade from the street. Material in this file was produced between 1961 and 1988, but predominantly 1962. File contains design development drawings and textual records.
File 36
1961-1988, predominant 1962
Projet
AP144.S2.D27
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File documents an executed interior renovation project for a new bar and reception hall at the Mostyn Hotel, London, England. The existing lounge was transformed into a bar, and the existing dining room was connected to a new reception hall. Drawings show designs for lighting, furniture, screens and bar fittings. The project, and some materials in this file, was published in 'Architectural Design', Vol. 32, (May 1962), 260-261. Material in this file was produced between 1959 and 1964, and predominantly between 1960 and 1964. Several drawings were drawn by Cedric Price and others were drawn by an unnamed draughtsman. File contains design development drawings, working drawings, textual records, and photographic material.
1959-1966, predominant 1960-1964
Bar and Reception Hall, Mostyn Hotel
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AP144.S2.D27
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File documents an executed interior renovation project for a new bar and reception hall at the Mostyn Hotel, London, England. The existing lounge was transformed into a bar, and the existing dining room was connected to a new reception hall. Drawings show designs for lighting, furniture, screens and bar fittings. The project, and some materials in this file, was published in 'Architectural Design', Vol. 32, (May 1962), 260-261. Material in this file was produced between 1959 and 1964, and predominantly between 1960 and 1964. Several drawings were drawn by Cedric Price and others were drawn by an unnamed draughtsman. File contains design development drawings, working drawings, textual records, and photographic material.
File 27
1959-1966, predominant 1960-1964
Projet
AP144.S2.D22
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File documents alterations to the showroom and offices of Thomas Green & Son Limited, at New Surrey Works, on Southwark Street, in London, England. The proposal reflects Prices’ objective "to provide maximum flexibility for the display of product", by the use of movable screens, stands, canopies, and a lighting system of adjustable spotlights. The project includes a new reception room and office, and renovations to existing offices. Future construction phases for this project include work on the entrance façade and door, and company signage. A preliminary sketch for an illuminated mural on a showroom wall is fabricated from wheels manufactured by the company. Material in this file was produced between 1958 and 1959. File contains design development drawings and textual records.
1958-1959
Showroom for Thomas Green & Son Limited
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AP144.S2.D22
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File documents alterations to the showroom and offices of Thomas Green & Son Limited, at New Surrey Works, on Southwark Street, in London, England. The proposal reflects Prices’ objective "to provide maximum flexibility for the display of product", by the use of movable screens, stands, canopies, and a lighting system of adjustable spotlights. The project includes a new reception room and office, and renovations to existing offices. Future construction phases for this project include work on the entrance façade and door, and company signage. A preliminary sketch for an illuminated mural on a showroom wall is fabricated from wheels manufactured by the company. Material in this file was produced between 1958 and 1959. File contains design development drawings and textual records.
File 22
1958-1959
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CD045
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Collection of photographs assembled by Abraham Livinson from various sources between approximately 1925 and 1946. Includes views of buildings and monuments, chiefly in Montréal and elsewhere in Québec, and in Ottawa, Ontario.
1925-1946?
Collection de photographies A. Jacob Livinson
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CD045
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Collection of photographs assembled by Abraham Livinson from various sources between approximately 1925 and 1946. Includes views of buildings and monuments, chiefly in Montréal and elsewhere in Québec, and in Ottawa, Ontario.
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Collection 45
1925-1946?
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AP144.S2.D28
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File documents a submission for a housing development in Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, for a low-rise, multi-family housing complex. The design proposal shows three-storey buildings that include 45 single-storey apartment units of approximately 725 sq. ft. The units are connected by stairs and open walkways. The façade of the buildings are articulated by shifting the plans slightly from unit to unit. Sketches illustrate the development of typical floor plans, site layout and the development of preliminary elevations with the incorporation of balconies, stairs, and open walkways. File includes four presentation drawings of the final proposal. Material in this file was produced between 1960 and 1961. File contains design development drawings and textual records.
1960-1961
Maidenhead Housing Competition
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AP144.S2.D28
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File documents a submission for a housing development in Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, for a low-rise, multi-family housing complex. The design proposal shows three-storey buildings that include 45 single-storey apartment units of approximately 725 sq. ft. The units are connected by stairs and open walkways. The façade of the buildings are articulated by shifting the plans slightly from unit to unit. Sketches illustrate the development of typical floor plans, site layout and the development of preliminary elevations with the incorporation of balconies, stairs, and open walkways. File includes four presentation drawings of the final proposal. Material in this file was produced between 1960 and 1961. File contains design development drawings and textual records.
File 28
1960-1961