Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Masterpieces - Hardcover Book
Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Masterpieces is an innovative and visually striking survey of the very best mid-century modern architecture from around the world. Celebrated by publications such as Fast Company, Wallpaper*, and Dezeen, this landmark volume captures the global reach and lasting influence of postwar modernist design.
Featuring 450 exceptional buildings from every continent, the book reveals how architects harnessed the optimism of the post-war boom and the rise of global connectivity to create bold, forward-thinking structures on an unprecedented scale. From embassies and office towers to entertainment venues and transportation hubs, the breadth of architecture showcased reflects the ambition and creativity of the era.
Iconic works by architects including Arne Jacobsen, Mies van der Rohe, Le Corbusier, Eero Saarinen, Alvar Aalto, Marcel Breuer, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Oscar Niemeyer are presented through stunning photography. The collection spans classic North American skyscrapers, European modernist landmarks, modest churches in Africa, and iconic swimming pools in Australia, offering a truly global perspective.
Elegant, comprehensive, and richly illustrated, Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Masterpieces is an essential reference for architects, designers, and anyone passionate about modern architecture and design history.
Product Details
- Format: Hardcover
- Pages: 424
- Illustrations: 450 images
- Size: 340 × 240 mm (13 3/8 × 9 1/2 in)
- ISBN: 9781838666934
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