50 Architects You Should Know [Lingua Inglese] - Brossura

Kuhl, Isabel; Lowis, Kristina; Thiel-Siling, Sabine

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ISBN 10: 3791340433 ISBN 13: 9783791340432

Casa editrice: Prestel Pub, 1996

Riassunto

Bold structures, dignified splendor innovative designs - in all eras there have been architects of outstanding vision who have decisively shaped our towns and cities worldwide. In this volume, 50 of the most important architects since the Renaissance are brought together and represented by their major works. Lively accounts of their designs and careers are supplemented by additional information about architectural styles and historical contexts, making this book a unique and highly accessible work of reference.

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Recensione:

If you want a short but thorough history of architecture, make this refreshingly slim volume your first port of call. --Homes & Antiques Magazine, September 2016

"An informative and interesting look at the most influential and innovative architects the world has seen...a fascinating read." --Concept for Living, December 2008

"A concise and accessible architectural history, this book is a fascinating look at the enormous variety of ways architects have helped define their eras." --Listed Heritage Magazine, Jan/Feb 09

L'autore:

Isabel Kuhl is an art historian living in Cologne, Germany. Her previous books include Andy Warhol and Vincent van Gogh (both by Prestel).

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Prestel Pub
• Data di pubblicazione: 1996
• ISBN 10: 3791340433
• ISBN 13: 9783791340432
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 171