Golden Gate Bridge
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[United States] : Chronicle Books LLC, 2013.
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Nine million people visit the Golden Gate Bridge each year, yet how many know why it's painted that stunning shade of "international orange"? Or, that ancient Mayan and Art Deco buildings influenced the design? Current bridge architect Donald MacDonald answers these questions and others in a friendly, informative look at the bridge's engineering and seventy-year history. This accessible account is accompanied by seventy of MacDonald's own charming color illustrations, making it easy to understand how the bridge was designed and constructed. A fascinating study for those interested in architecture, design, or anyone with a soft spot for San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge is a fitting tribute to this timeless icon.

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Nine million people visit the Golden Gate Bridge each year, yet how many know why it's painted that stunning shade of "international orange"? Or, that ancient Mayan and Art Deco buildings influenced the design? Current bridge architect Donald MacDonald answers these questions and others in a friendly, informative look at the bridge's engineering and seventy-year history. This accessible account is accompanied by seventy of MacDonald's own charming color illustrations, making it easy to understand how the bridge was designed and constructed. A fascinating study for those interested in architecture, design, or anyone with a soft spot for San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge is a fitting tribute to this timeless icon.
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MacDonald, D. (2013). Golden Gate Bridge. [United States], Chronicle Books LLC.

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MacDonald, Donald. 2013. Golden Gate Bridge. [United States], Chronicle Books LLC.

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MacDonald, Donald, Golden Gate Bridge. [United States], Chronicle Books LLC, 2013.

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MacDonald, Donald. Golden Gate Bridge. [United States], Chronicle Books LLC, 2013.

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