This pioneering proclamation by the great architect expounds Le Corbusier's technical and aesthetic theories, views on industry, economics, the relation of form to function, "mass-production spirit," and much more. Profusely illustrated with over 200 line drawings and photographs of Le Corbusier's buildings and other important structures.
The Power of Buildings, 1920-1950: A Master Draftsman's Record by Hugh Ferriss An influential architect and draftsman presents a guided tour of three decades of American buildings. Sixty striking drawings, accompanied by informative captions, offer views of Taliesin West, Lever House, and other landmarks.
The New Vision: Fundamentals of Bauhaus Design, Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture by László Moholy-Nagy, Daphne M. Hoffmann This book, a valuable introduction to the Bauhaus movement, is generously illustrated with examples of students' experiments and typical contemporary achievements. The text also contains an autobiographical sketch.
The Autobiography of an Idea by Louis H. Sullivan This autobiography is a fascinating look at the early creative years of the pioneering American architect and theorist called the "father of the skyscraper." Includes a wealth of projects, insights, and evaluations. 34 plates.
Spectacle in the White City by Stanley Appelbaum, Peter B. Hales A splendid tribute to The World's Columbian Exposition, held in Chicago in 1893, this volume offers a grand photographic record, printed in duotone in a sweeping landscape format. Includes essays and captions by a noted historian. 128 photographs.
Architecture, Mysticism and Myth by W. R. Lethaby This milestone in relating mysticism to design shows the correlation between mythology and the design of St. Paul's Cathedral, the Taj Mahal, the Palace of Versailles, and other architectural masterpieces. 30 black-and-white illustrations.
