Architecture  

Getty Art and Architecture Thesaurus (AAT): find alternate terms to expand your searching

Frances Loeb Library Special Collections

AIA/Historical Directory of American Architects

Smithsonian / Archive of American Art

Recommended databases:

• Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals - primary index for architectural journal literature.
• Academic Seach Premier
• GreenFILE

Other suggested databases:

• Arts & Humanities Citation Index
• BuildingGreen Suite - case studies for green and LEED certified buildings
• Art Full Text
• Art Index Retrospective (1929-1984)
• Business Source Complete
• Architectural Publications Index

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