Auguste Perret
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Karla Britton
Binding: Hardback
Published: Phaidon Press, 2001
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Karla Britton's Auguste Perret presents a comprehensive examination of the influential French architect, a pivotal figure in the development of modern architecture. This scholarly work chronicles Perret's groundbreaking use of reinforced concrete, detailing how his innovative structural systems redefined architectural aesthetics and construction methods in the early 20th century. The text illustrates his most significant projects, from residential buildings to public structures, showcasing his unique blend of classical principles and industrial materials. Britton's authoritative narrative uncovers Perret's lasting legacy and his profound impact on subsequent generations of architects. This essential volume offers a meticulous analysis for anyone interested in the history of modernism and the evolution of building technology.
Author: Karla Britton
Binding: Hardback
Published: Phaidon Press, 2001
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Karla Britton's Auguste Perret presents a comprehensive examination of the influential French architect, a pivotal figure in the development of modern architecture. This scholarly work chronicles Perret's groundbreaking use of reinforced concrete, detailing how his innovative structural systems redefined architectural aesthetics and construction methods in the early 20th century. The text illustrates his most significant projects, from residential buildings to public structures, showcasing his unique blend of classical principles and industrial materials. Britton's authoritative narrative uncovers Perret's lasting legacy and his profound impact on subsequent generations of architects. This essential volume offers a meticulous analysis for anyone interested in the history of modernism and the evolution of building technology.