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Interview with Mike Parker Pearson: The Origins of Stonehenge
Interview with Mike Parker Pearson: The Origins of Stonehenge

Principal and Architect of ROST Architects, Mitchell Rocheleau, meets with Mike Parker Pearson. Mike is an English archeologist specializing in the study of Neolithic Britain, most notably Stonehenge. He was the director at the Stonehenge Riverside Project and the author of several books, including Stonehenge - A New Understanding.

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Ancient Architecture, Interview, HistoryMitchell RocheleauStonehenge, History of Stonehenge, Mike Parker Pearson, Stonehenge Construction, building Stonehenge, why was Stonehenge Built, Stonehenge brief history, brief history of Stonehenge, Megalithic Architecture History, Architecture History, Ancient Architecture, Ancient Architecture History
Documentary: The Roman Baths in Bath, England
Documentary: The Roman Baths in Bath, England

Architect Mitchell Rocheleau travels to the Roman Baths in Bath, England, to uncover the stories about the people who engineered, built, and used this stunning Roman bathing complex. High-quality on-site footage and detailed expert interviews reveal captivating insights into this ancient site. This in-depth documentary will give viewers a genuine appreciation and understanding of this architectural marvel.

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A Brief Architectural History of the Great Pyramid at Giza
A Brief Architectural History of the Great Pyramid at Giza

Shrouded in mystery, the pyramids are a captivating enigma calling us to unravel their secrets. Built over 4,500 years ago, they are one of the best-known manifestations of a civilization's belief systems in the built environment. The Egyptians had a distinct perspective on human existence and the afterlife that was reflected in their architecture.

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Contemplations of the Built World: Notre Dame Cathedral
Contemplations of the Built World: Notre Dame Cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral had the power to embed itself into more than just the cityscape. It made its way into the hearts of the people of Paris. When the Cathedral was engulfed in flames on April 15th, 2019, we were reminded that the architecture around us impacts our lives beyond functionality. Principal and Architect of ROST Architects, Mitchell Rocheleau, discusses the history, architecture, and the architectural power of Notre Dame Cathedral.

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Interview with Jonathan Foyle on the Architecture & History of Lincoln Cathedral
Interview with Jonathan Foyle on the Architecture & History of Lincoln Cathedral

Principal and Architect of ROST Architects, Mitchell Rocheleau, meets with Jonathan Foyle, lecturer, historian, and broadcaster. Author of "Lincoln Cathedral: The Biography of a Great Building."

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A Brief Architectural History of Uruk and the Emergence of the First Cities
A Brief Architectural History of Uruk and the Emergence of the First Cities

Investigating why our ancestors began building architecture and congregating in cities can reveal fundamental insights about human nature. There is no better place to start than with the development of the first cities in ancient Mesopotamia. The city has always been where people congregate, and ideas, innovation, and progress flourish. People come to the city to reinvent and express themselves and test and share their ideas, wherein, simultaneously, culture evolves and civilization progresses. Since their conception, cities have always been nuclei of human advancement.

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Interview With Keiran Murphy on Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin Fellowship
Interview With Keiran Murphy on Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin Fellowship

Principal and Architect of ROST Architects, Mitchell Rocheleau, meets with Keiran Murphy, a nationally recognized historian on Frank Lloyd Wright and his estate in Spring Green, Wisconsin, home of the Taliesin Fellowship.

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History, Notable Architects, Modern ArchitectureMitchell RocheleauFrank Lloyd Wright Architecture, Frank Lloyd Wright, Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright, History Frank Lloyd Wright, Taliesin Fellowship, Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture History, History of Taliesin Fellowship, Modern Architecture History, Modern Architecture, history of modern architecture
Interview With John Lobell on The Architecture & Philosophy of Louis Kahn
Interview With John Lobell on The Architecture & Philosophy of Louis Kahn

Principal and Architect of ROST Architects, Mitchell Rocheleau, meets with John Lobell, a professor at Pratt Institute and expert on Louis Kahn, to discuss the architecture and philosophy of Louis Kahn.

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History, Architecture & Psychology, Notable Architects, Modern ArchitectureMitchell RocheleauGreek Architecture, Greek History, Ancient Greece, Ancient Greek Cities, Greek architecture history, Athens Greece History, History Ancient Greece, Ancient Greek Architecture, greek city planning, ancient greek architecture history
A Brief Architectural and Archaeological History of Stonehenge
A Brief Architectural and Archaeological History of Stonehenge

What makes Stonehenge so captivating? This enigmatic Neolithic monument offers a window into our past and the lives of our ancestors. Stonehenge provides insights into their values, societal norms, and psychology. It unveils their astonishing level of sophistication, intricate communication networks, complex collaboration methods, and a deeply intuitive community with a profound understanding of materials, construction techniques, ecology, and astronomy. This megalithic marvel has the potential to enlighten us about our own journey and the evolution of our species.

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The Story Behind the Architecture and Construction of the Roman Baths in Bath, England
The Story Behind the Architecture and Construction of the Roman Baths in Bath, England

I want to take you on a journey back in time in the southwest of present-day Britain, near a bend in the river Avon. Here, a natural geological process dispelled warm, mineral-rich water from deep within the earth.

The ancient people who inhabited this area believed these healing and mystical waters were a gift from the gods and were presided over by an ancient goddess named Sulis.

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The Story of Taliesin West: A New Way of Living
The Story of Taliesin West: A New Way of Living

Why is Taliesin West significant in the history of American culture and Architecture? Taliesin West was a petri dish breeding a new lifestyle based on freedom, connection with nature, and a spirit of innovation. It challenged the conventional way of living at the time through its philosophies, daily rituals, and the work that was produced there. Most importantly, its architecture was a direct reflection of this lifestyle.

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Interview With Roderick Beaton on Ancient Greek Cities & Culture
Interview With Roderick Beaton on Ancient Greek Cities & Culture

Mitchell Rocheleau, meets with Roderick Beaton to discuss Ancient Greek Culture & Cities, and the impact it has on modern day city design.

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Urban and Architectural History of Venice, Italy
Urban and Architectural History of Venice, Italy

Throughout its existence, Venice and its people have had a unifying narrative: the struggle against water. Although the rising sea levels have resulted in death, destruction, and flooding, it has also served a valuable role as the collective antagonist of the Venetian people. It is human nature to band together when faced with a common challenge or adversary. Through necessity and under the constant threat of rising tides, Venetians developed ingenuity, a work ethic, and a common purpose. The bond created by this struggle has been one of the key ingredients to the progress and prosperity of Venice.

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History, Design and Philosophy Behind Central Park in New York City
History, Design and Philosophy Behind Central Park in New York City

Why is Central Park important for our generation to understand? Why would a park constructed in the late 1800’s be significant to our contemporary society? Central Park depicted a moment in our civilization when humans experienced a shift and moment of self-awareness regarding our nature as humans and the environment we were creating. In the late 1800s, New Yorkers stopped and questioned the growing and developing city around them.

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Early People and History that Shaped New York City
Early People and History that Shaped New York City

Why would we be interested in understanding the first settlers of New York City? New York has been a pivotal city in the history of America and the world. One of its ingredients of success lies in the mindset, values, philosophies, and way of life of the people who founded and grew the city. These ideas were manifested in the city's fabric and directly affected the shape of the urban environment.

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How The Advent of Capitalism Affected the Form of the City
How The Advent of Capitalism Affected the Form of the City

A slow yet palatable transition within the city started around the sixteenth century. The forces of religion that had driven the city started to contend with a new stimulus based on money and profits. The mercantilist and capitalistic philosophies began manifesting in the city's physical form. The town was still firmly rooted in its medieval customs and structures; however, it was clear that things were changing throughout the Western world.

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Architecture Today, History, Architecture & PsychologyMitchell Rocheleau
The Urban Transformation of Copenhagen
The Urban Transformation of Copenhagen

In the early 1960s, like many cities worldwide, Copenhagen began carving out spaces for the automobile by building streets, highways, and parking inside the city. A group of architects and urban designers predicted the detrimental impacts this could have on the form and life of their town. When the city began to fall into economic decline, the local government showed receptivity to the Architects' ideas and began taking action to revitalize the city.

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Architecture Today, HistoryMitchell Rocheleau