Air Conditioning Collection

Uruguay, Montevideo, Detailed view of the Edificio Ciudadela on the Independence Square

Pneumatics ventilator, section and plan, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by
FLO4593496 Pneumatics ventilator, section and plan, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by J

Idle men attend the morning movies, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Idle men attend the morning movies. There are three such movies in one block. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. ['Air cooled cinema showing "Desert Guns" starring Conway Tearle

A broken air conditioner is seen outside a shut-down elementary school, in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico February 5, 2018. REUTERS/Alvin Baez

Advertising for electrical appliances (lighting, heating, telephony)
XEE4177333 Advertising for electrical appliances (lighting, heating, telephony, ...) of " Paz et Silva" establishments in Paris selling chandeliers, perfecto, fan

Manufacture of a fan under a parasol. in "System D", July 1925
LSE4311024 Manufacture of a fan under a parasol. in " System D", July 1925. by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manufacture of a fan under a parasol)

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Albania, Tirane, Tirana, Angled view of balconies, striped awnings and satellite dishes on blue painted exterior facade of apartment block

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Albania, Tirane, Tirana, Detail of balconies, striped awnings and satellite dishes on blue painted exterior facade of apartment block

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Albania, Tirane, Tirana, Detail of balconies and striped awnings on exterior facade of blue painted apartment block

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Albania, Tirane, Tirana, View of balconies and striped awnings on blue painted exterior facade of multi storey apartment block

Chambers for the supply of fresh air under the House of Commons, Westminster, London, c1905. Photo published in Parliament Past and Present by Arnold Wright and Philip Smith, (London, c1905)

Iran, Abarqu. Wind tower (badgir), Abarqu town, southwest of Yazd. Note the moon in the background.Built around an armature of wooden poles, which gives resilience to the structure

Hospital infrastructure, diagram. Modern buildings such as hospitals require complex and highly specialized infrastructure

Engineer servicing air conditioning
MODEL RELEASED. Air conditioning units being serviced by an engineer

Technician attending to an air conditioning plant
MODEL RELEASED. Air conditioning. Technician adjusting a setting on a pipe in an air condition- ing plant. Air conditioning is used to regulate the temperature and humidity inside buildings

Technician with air conditioning units
MODEL RELEASED. Air conditioning units being checked by a technician

Water-powered mine ventilation in the 16th century
Mine ventilation. Engraving of water-powered air ventilation in a 16th century mine. The water wheel (at left) powered a closed drum (at centre) within which there was a four-bladed fan (inset)

Boeing 747-8 interior showing flight research equipment. Air conditioning ducts and other pipework can be seen in the ceiling space above the cabin. Photographed at the 2011 Paris Air Show

The Chill Factor an indoor skiing area in Manchester, UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Skiers at the Chill Factor an indoor skiing area in Manchester, UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Black-tailed jackrabbit - blood vessels in ears help keep jackrabbit cool, method of dissipating heat. Western USA
TOM-1489 Black-tailed jackrabbit - blood vessels in ears help keep jackrabbit cool, method of dissipating heat. Western USA

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"Keeping Cool: Exploring the Evolution Across the Globe" From the bustling streets of Montevideo, Uruguay to the quiet town of Toa Baja, a broken air conditioner outside a shut-down elementary school tells a tale of lost comfort. Meanwhile, in Paris, Paz et Silva establishments proudly advertise their wide range of electrical appliances - from chandeliers and fans to vacuum cleaners and electric kettles. Traveling back in time, an engraving from 1935 takes us to an era when electric fans were considered cutting-edge technology. In July 1925, "System D" magazine showcased the innovative manufacture of a fan under a parasol - proving that even then, staying cool was essential. As we delve deeper into history, captivating images captured by EyeUbiquitous reveal various perspectives on air conditioning. From detailed views of Edificio Ciudadela on Independence Square in Montevideo to glimpses into everyday life with fans as companions. But it's not just about personal comfort; large-scale cooling systems have also played significant roles throughout history. Chambers for fresh air supply beneath the House of Commons in Westminster remind us that even political powerhouses require respite from heatwaves. Finally, our journey takes us to Abarqu in Iran where locals adapt traditional methods to combat scorching temperatures. Their ingenuity serves as a reminder that while modern advancements are impressive, ancient wisdom can still offer valuable solutions. Whether through broken units or technological marvels like electric fans and advanced cooling systems – this exploration showcases how humanity has continuously sought relief from sweltering conditions across different continents and eras.