Richard Neutra and the Making of the Lovell Health House, 1925-35 is a richly illustrated exploration of one of the most influential works of modern architecture. This authoritative volume traces the conception, design, and cultural impact of the Lovell Health House, the groundbreaking Los Angeles residence that helped define Richard Neutra’s international reputation and the course of twentieth-century modernism.

Perched dramatically on a steep hillside, the Lovell Health House pioneered the use of concrete and steel in residential architecture while advancing radical ideas about health, openness, and the relationship between architecture, nature, and well-being. Widely published at the time of its completion, the house quickly became an icon of the modern movement and a touchstone for architects around the world.

The book features new scholarly essays by Edward Dimendberg, Crosby Doe, and Nicholas Olsberg, alongside a detailed chronology by Thomas Hines and historic texts by Willard D. Morgan and Richard Neutra himself. Six carefully narrated portfolios guide readers through the background, design process, construction, reception, and lasting influence of the house, combining insightful commentary with exceptional visual documentation.

With historic photographs by Morgan and contemporary photography by Grant Mudford, this volume offers an in-depth and visually compelling look at Neutra’s masterpiece. It is an essential addition for architects, designers, modernism enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the enduring legacy of Southern California modern architecture.

Product Details

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Publisher: Getty Research Institute
• Release Date: September 2025
• Length: 144 pages
• ISBN13: 9798887120089
• Weight: 2.16 lbs
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 9.5" x 11.6"