Details

ISBN-10: 1838666931
ISBN-13: 9781838666934
Publisher: Phaidon Press
Publish Date: 09/24/2024
Dimensions: 13.60" L, 9.70" W, 1.40" H

Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Masterpieces

Hardcover

Price: $150.00

Overview

As seen in Fast Company, Wallpaper*, and Dezeen

An innovative and original survey of the best Mid-Century Modern architecture from around the world

Featuring 450 of the very best works of Mid-Century Modern architecture from every continent, the Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Masterpieces showcases how the architects of the time harnessed the post-war boom and increasing globalization to create forward-thinking designs on a grander scale.

From embassies and office blocks to entertainments spaces and transport hubs, glamorous designs by such icons as Arne Jacobsen, Mies, Le Corbusier, Eero Saarinen, Alvar Aalto, Marcel Breuer, Frank Lloyd-Wright, and Oscar Niemeyer are each illustrated with stunning photography.

This stylish hardcover book showcases buildings from every continent, from classic North American skyscrapers and European masterpieces to modest churches in Africa, and iconic swimming pools in Australia and is a must-have for all design and architecture aficionados.

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Reviews

'An encyclopedic archive of standout structures.' - Interior Design

'A definitive visual guide.' - Fast Company

'A fine synthesis of scholarship and style, a book that'll definitely enhance your armchair architectural expeditions.' - Wallpaper*

'Approachable and compelling.' - House & Garden

'A must-have for design enthusiasts.' - Canadian Interiors

'A showpiece that takes you on a worldwide tour of mid-century modern greatness.' - Fashion Magazine

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Details

ISBN-10: 1838666931
ISBN-13: 9781838666934
Publisher: Phaidon Press
Publish Date: 09/24/2024
Dimensions: 13.60" L, 9.70" W, 1.40" H
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