Search results for: HISTORIC INTERIORS

• The Caustic in the Acoustics of Historic Interiors

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  • A. Kulowski

  - APPLIED ACOUSTICS - Year 2018

  In the paper, caustics are discussed as ordered forms of focus broadening occurring in concave mirrors. Presented are examples of caustics formed in natural conditions and application of the phenomenon in different fields of science and technology. Against this factual background, the possibility to observe caustics in rooms is pointed out. Special emphasis is put on large rooms of historic character, as such interiors frequently...

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• Impact of the glazed roof on acoustics of historic interiors

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  • A. Kulowski

  - Year 2018

  The paper discusses the adverse acoustic phenomena occurring in the semi-open interiors (courtyards, yards) covered with a glass roof. Particularly negative is the rever-beration noise, which leads to the degradation of the utility functions of the resulting spaces. It involves the drastically reducing the intelligibility of speech, loss of natural sounding of music, problems with the sound system, as well as disturbances in the...

• Modernization and adaptation of historical interiors

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  • J. Bąkowski
  • J. Poplatek

  - Year 2015

  Modernization of the historical building's interior entails the need to take many decisions, often conflicting. Operational requirements, protection of the architectural heritage, fire-safety recommendations, construction regulations, all these aspects involve a whole set of problems that require a rational solution, respecting ambient architectural and historical value, as well as the needs arising from the planned transformation....

• Can Historic Interiors with Large Cubature be Turned Acoustically Correct?

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  • T. Kamisiński
  • A. Kulowski
  • R. Kinasz

  - Archives of Acoustics - Year 2016

  Historic interiors with large cubature, such as reception, theatrical, and concert halls, need to be renovated periodically if they are to be preserved as cultural heritage for future generations. In such cases it is necessary to maintain appropriate balance between requirements imposed by heritage conservation authorities office which are usually being given a higher priority, applicable safety regulations, and the comfort of...

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• Acoustics-related aspects of historic interior modernization projects

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  • T. Kamisiński
  • A. Kulowski

  - Year 2014

  The paper presents three historic interiors in which modernization projects have been carried out having an important impact on their acoustic qualities. Two of the described case studies are positive examples of solving the problem of a natural contradictions between modern technical standards and strict discipline imposed by the heritage conservation system. On the other hand, the effect of neglecting the acoustic needs when...

• Krótka historia Sympozjum Historii Elektryki

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  • D. Świsulski

  - Śląskie Wiadomości Elektryczne - Year 2018

  Przedstawiono historię dotychczasowych edycji Sympozjum Historia Elektryki. Pierwsze Sympozjum zostało zorganizowane w Gdańsku z inicjatywy Centralnej Komisji Historycznej Stowarzyszenia Elektryków Polskich. Było okazją do spotkania osób interesujących się historią z wyższych uczelni technicznych i przemysłu, ale również zajmujących się historią zawodowo. Sukces pierwszego spotkania spowodował, że stała się to cykliczna impreza,...

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• Analysis of the state of preservation the historic arcaded houses in Vistula Delta listed in the National Inventory of Historical Monuments

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  • T. Zybała

  - Budownictwo i Architektura - Year 2021

  Historic arcaded houses are part of the material heritage of the Vistula Delta. Unfortunately, their number is decreasing year by year. The article is the result of a query of available sources and field research carried out by the author in 2015-2020. The paper presents the current state of preservation the historic arcaded houses in Vistula Delta listed in the National Inventory of Historical Monuments. Criteria for the selection...

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• Revalorisation of Modernist and Social Modernist Interiors in Gdynia

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  • A. Orchowska

  - Year 2015

  In the 1920s and 1930s, elaborate designing of prestigious interiors of public buildings, shops or tenement houses was important challenge for every architect who respected theri work. Apart from creating, at the design decor, the designers usually made sure that their concept was executed in every single detail. Only an overall aestetic solution could form a complete picture of a unique pieceod architecture.

• Sprawozdanie z sympozjum „Oral history – historia mówiona” XIX Powszechnego Zjazdu Historyków Polskich

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  • M. Szajda

  - Wrocławski Rocznik Historii Mówionej - Year 2014

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  ISSN: 2041-9112 , eISSN: 2041-9120