The Architecture of Imperialism: Systems, Buildings, and Power in the

The Architecture of Imperialism: Systems, Buildings, and Power in the Age of Globalization, 1800-2000, written by Harry J. Mace, examines how the built environment shaped the projection of imperial authority. This academic architecture volume explores how structures functioned as tools of colonial governance and commerce throughout the British Empire. Starting with the administrative centers of Westminster and Whitehall, the text traces the expansion of architectural influence across diverse overseas territories.

Twelve scholars analyze various building types, including railway stations, museums, universities, and government offices, to demonstrate how architecture gave material form to empire. These essays show how buildings standardized daily life, regulated trade, and advanced ideological claims of civilization. As colonial structures transitioned toward independence, the built environment played a vital role in the formation of modern nationhood. This scholarly work provides a comprehensive historical account of the relationship between architecture and political power.