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Focusing on the life and work of Pierre Koenig, this heavily illustrated tribute highlights his significant contributions to the Los Angeles Modernist movement. The book showcases his architectural designs and philosophy, offering insights into his innovative approach and the impact of his work on the landscape of Los Angeles. Through a rich visual narrative, readers can explore Koenig's legacy and the enduring influence of modernist architecture in the city.
Immortalized in Julius Shulman's photograph of Case Study House #22, Pierre Koenig is one of the leading figures of the Modern movement. With his two contributions to the Case Study Houses program and many other pioneering projects, he championed the streamlined elegance of industrial materials and epitomized postwar experimentalism and optimism.
Focusing on the architectural evolution of steel-framed houses, this book offers a detailed exploration of the Modern Movement over the past seventy years. It organizes the content both chronologically and thematically, highlighting significant developments in Europe, Australia, and the United States. By examining various designs and innovations, it illustrates how these structures have shaped contemporary architecture and reflects on their cultural impact.
American architect Pierre Kcenig (1925-2004) is one of the leading figures of the Modern movement in America. Part of the "Basic Architecture" series, this book features introductory essays exploring his life and work; the important works presented in chronological order; and, an appendix including a list of works, biography, and more
