Abstractions in Space
- 64 pages
- 3 hours of reading
Book by William J.R. Curtis, Pulitzer Foundation For the Arts
William J. R. Curtis Books
March 21, 1948
William J. R. Curtis is an architectural historian whose writings have focused on twentieth-century architecture. His scholarship is particularly noted for its commitment to broadening the traditional 'canon' to encompass a wider array of architects working globally, offering a more inclusive understanding of architectural history. Curtis's approach emphasizes a worldwide perspective and the international dialogues that shaped modern design. His extensive research and critical analysis contribute significantly to a deeper appreciation of contemporary architectural movements.
Le Corbusier
- 512 pages
- 18 hours of reading
This expanded edition by William J. R. Curtis delves into Le Corbusier's Modernism, featuring new scholarship and research. It chronicles key projects within the context of the architect's philosophy and era. Lavishly illustrated with photographs and sketches, this work is praised as essential reading for architecture students.
Le Corbusier : ideas and form
- 240 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Le Corbusier has been one of the dominant forces in 20th-century architecture, and many of the forms he created have become archetypes of modernism. This book provides a comprehensive survey that puts Le Corbusier's career into a more balanced perspective.
Meditations in Entropy
The Work of Kashef Chowdhury / URBANA in Bangladesh
"Meditations in Entropy" is the first comprehensive monograph on architect Kashef Chowdhury and his firm URBANA, showcasing 16 designs that address ecological and social challenges in complex environments. Accompanied by striking photography and insightful texts from renowned authors, it highlights URBANA's empathetic architectural approach.
Mental Landscapes
- 47 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Denys Lasdun
- 238 pages
- 9 hours of reading