labrouste

Thân thiện

Henri Labrouste designed the reading room of the Bibliothèque Nationale.

Definition

Proper noun: - Henri Labrouste: A French architect, historically significant for being among the first to successfully and influentially use metal construction in major public buildings during the 19th century.

Usage Notes

• "Labrouste" is used almost exclusively as a proper noun referring to the specific historical figure, Henri Labrouste. It is not used as a common noun.
• It is typically encountered in contexts discussing architectural history, the development of modern construction techniques, or French Neoclassical and Rationalist architecture.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The reading room of the Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, designed by Labrouste, is celebrated for its innovative use of iron.
  • Architectural historians study Labrouste for his pioneering integration of structure and aesthetics.

Advanced Usage

• "Labrouste's legacy": Refers to the enduring influence of his architectural principles, particularly the expressive use of industrial materials.
  • The building's exposed steel framework is a clear nod to Labrouste's legacy.

Variants and Related Words

• Labroustean (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the architectural style or principles of Henri Labrouste.
  • The library's design features a distinctly Labroustean combination of classical form and modern engineering.

Synonyms

• Henri Labrouste: (The full name is the direct synonym; there are no true conceptual synonyms for a proper noun.)

Related Phrases

• The Labrouste reading room: A common referent to his most famous work at the Bibliothèque nationale de France.
  • Scholars often work in the Labrouste reading room in Paris.

Học thuật

Noun

1. French architect who was among the first to use metal construction successfully (1801-1875)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Labrouste
• Henri Labrouste