Berghotels 1890-1930: Sudtirol, Nordtirol und Trentino: Bauten und Projekte von Musch & Lun und Otto Schmid

The development of alpinism and Alpine tourism in the late 19th century led to the construction of hotels in remote high-mountain landscapes in South Tyrol and neighboring regions. These hotels were designed using innovative design methods along serial or modular lines, combining elements of clinic, railroad sleeping car, and machine. The author examines the genesis of this building type against the background of international hotel construction and its artistic interpretation of inspirational ideas from interior design. The book also includes architectural photos, advertising graphics, drawings, and plans from the turn of the twentieth century, providing an understanding of the economic, scientific, social, and cultural contexts of the time.

Format: Hardback
Length: 608 pages
Publication date: 05 July 2022
Publisher: Birkhauser

Around 1890, the advent of alpinism and Alpine tourism spurred the construction of accommodations for visitors to the mountain realms of South Tyrol and neighboring regions. Hotels emerged in secluded high-mountain landscapes, seamlessly blending into the local context while simultaneously asserting political and economic dominance. The architectural design of mountain hotels drew upon innovative methods, often following serial or modular lines. In this exploration, the author delves into the origins of this unique building type, examining its development against the backdrop of international hotel construction. From the practical considerations of design practice to the artistic interpretation of inspirational ideas from interior design, the author seeks to understand the hotel as a harmonious synthesis of clinic, railroad sleeping car, and machine, as described by J. A. Lux.

This comprehensive account spans two volumes, presenting a rich tapestry of architectural photos, advertising graphics, drawings, and plans from the turn of the twentieth century. Within these pages, the economic, scientific, social, and cultural contexts of South Tyrol are explained in a clear and accessible manner, providing a deep understanding of the region's architectural heritage.

The architectural photos showcase the stunning designs and intricate details of mountain hotels, capturing their unique charm and character. The advertising graphics and drawings offer a glimpse into the promotional strategies employed by hoteliers to attract visitors, while the plans provide a detailed blueprint of the structures' layout and functionality.

By examining the historical development of mountain hotels in South Tyrol, this work sheds light on the interplay between tourism, architecture, and the broader social and cultural landscape. It highlights the ways in which these buildings not only provided comfortable accommodations for travelers but also played a significant role in shaping the region's identity and promoting its attractions.

In conclusion, Fundamentals of Hotel Construction: The Architectural History of South Tyrol in Two Volumes offers a captivating journey through the world of mountain hospitality. Through its comprehensive presentation of architectural photos, advertising graphics, drawings, and plans, the book provides a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in exploring the rich architectural heritage of South Tyrol.

Weight: 3034g
Dimension: 280 x 225 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783035625820
Edition number: 2. Auflage