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Art and Architecture Archive

Why might I need this database? 

Art & Architecture Archive is a full-text archive of magazines comprising key research material in the fields of art and architecture, dating from the late-nineteenth century to the twenty-first. The issues are presented as full-colour page images; detailed article-level indexing permits quick, efficient searching and navigation of this material.

What subjects does it include?

Topics related to Design include:

  • Architecture
  • Architectural History
  • Cultural History
  • Decorative Arts
  • Graphic Design
  • Industrial Design
  • Interior Design
  • Social History

How do I access Art & Architecture Archive?

You can access it from the Databases list on the Library homepage. Just search under 'A', and you will find it. Alternatively, you can follow the highlighted link here.

How does it relate to Library Search?

Art & Architecture does provide its content to Library Search. This means that if you search Library Search, then you should 'theoretically' be searching Art & Architecture Archive. But, I would advise searching Art & Architecture Archive separately, too, as you will have greater control of the search functionality. The key message, though, is make sure you're thinking about Art & Architecture Archive when doing research.