Architecture In The 20Th Century

<p><span>The architecture of the 20th century is distinguished by an astonishing diversity. Just as the clash of aesthetic and commercial ambitions nevertheless produced many a happy symbiosis, so the purist and the expressive, the monumental and the picturesque came face to face. From lofty “starchitects” to lesser-known names around the world, this chronological overview takes you to the heart of the </span><span class="a-text-bold">ideas, trends, and transitions that defined the 1900s</span><span>.<br><br>From Frank Lloyd Wright to Antoni Gaudí, Frank O. Gehry to Shigeru Ban and all the best stuff in-between, it’s all here. Organized chronologically, the 31 chapters put it all into perspective, illustrated by </span><span class="a-text-bold">hundreds of large-format photos</span><span> as well as a plenitude of drawings and floor plans. The biographical appendix covers </span><span class="a-text-bold">all of the century’s greatest architects<span> </span></span><span>while celebrating today’s new talents, and the lavish illustrations include some of </span><span class="a-text-bold">the best architectural photography in the modern era</span><span>.</span></p>

• Dimensions: 25 X 34 CM
• Colour: Muti-Colored
• Brand: Taschen

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