Architecture
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Scope Note: Part of TARO subject browse terms
Found in 54 Collections and/or Records:
Raymond Brochstein Papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0258
Overview
The collection consists of a variety of materials relating to Raymond Brochstein’s philanthropic gifts and service to Rice University, as well as a certificate of recognition in his career as an architect.
Dates:
1996 - 2014
Rice Center for Community Design + Research records
Collection
Identifier: UA 181
Overview
The collection consists of both published and unpublished records of projects undertaken by the Rice Center for Community Design + Research, subsequently the Rice Center. It also includes records of two projects of the University of Louisville which served as precursors to much of the early research completed at the Rice Center.
Dates:
1968 - 1987
Rice University architectural drawings, oversize manuscript material, maps and photographs
Collection
Identifier: UA 226
Overview
These records include architectural drawings, maps, posters, oversize manuscript materials, and photographs ranging in dates from 1840s-2010s. The majority of architectural drawings relate to Rice University. The collection also contains oversize material from other manuscript collections. Links to these finding aids are included.
Dates:
circa 1840-2010s
Rice University Archives. Dean of Architecture Records (O. Jack Mitchell)
Collection
Identifier: UA 0022
Overview
Departmental announcements, brochures, reports, course evaluations, departmental correspondence, outlines for the 1966 Kahn Lecture, and materials from the dedication of the new Architecture School facilities at Rice University, 1981. Also included are course outlines, materials, rosters, and lecture notes of the Urban Design Program taught by O. Jack Mitchell (1969-1991), as well as the program history, and initial proposal. (4 boxes)
Dates:
1966 - 1991
Rice University Cohen House records
Collection
Identifier: UA 0128
Overview
Collection of blueprints, correspondence, financial records, photographs and more relating to the design, maintenance and furnishings of the Cohen House Faculty Club. Also includes samples of dishes and linens used in the original dining room as well as materials related to the Cohen family.
Dates:
1920-1971
Rice University construction records
Collection
Identifier: UA 0356
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of materials related to the construction of the Rice University campus from the initial engagement of the master plan architects in 1909 to the present time. Included are expense records, diagrams, photographs, newsclippings, and a small amount of correspondence.
Dates:
1909 - 2014
Rice University Michael Heizer sculpture records
Collection
Identifier: UA 0244
Abstract:
The collection consists of print and photographic materials related to the sculpture 45°, 90°, 180° by Michael Heizer located in the School of Engineering quadrangle on the campus of Rice University. The history of the work is covered from the selection and commissioning of the sculptor to the dedication of the completed work and the exhibition featuring Heizer that accompanied this event.
Dates:
1982 - 1985
Rice University Rice Design Alliance Records
Collection
Identifier: UA 080
Abstract:
The Rice Design Alliance, established in 1973, is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to increasing greater public awareness of architecture, design and the environment. These materials represent RDA lectures, seminars, symposiums, exhibits and tours, which have involved the general public in issues related to the design of public spaces, parks, office buildings, retail centers and residential neighborhoods.
Dates:
1972 - 2016
Rice University School of Architecture Alumni Archive
Collection
Identifier: UA 0254
Overview
The collection consists primarily of materials created by alumni of the Rice University School of Architecture. Dates of the materials range from 1927 to 1990. A large portion of the collection is made up of drawings that won the William Ward Watkin Traveling Fellowship. There are also a 1932 sketch-book by Walter Johnson for Architecture 410, a copy of the 1973 student newspaper Intercourse, and pictorial works in pencil, ink, ink and watercolor, and watercolor by Milton McGinty, Erik T....
Dates:
1953 - 1990
Rice University School of Architecture records
Collection
Identifier: UA 0285
Overview
Records of the School of Architecture (known as the Department of Architecture until the name was changed on September 19, 1965) including historical material, Announcements, Annual Reports, brochures, publications, and news clippings pertaining to the School of Architecture and its related activities and organizations.
Dates:
1916 - 2001