Wie Baut Amerika? [Gegenwärtige Bauarbeit. Amerikanischer Kreis].
Neutra, Richard J.
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4to. 77,[2],pp. Original wrappers in pictorial dust jacket protected by modern mylar. Title translates to "How does America built?" Richard Neutra was an Austrian architect who emigrated to America in 1929. He introduced an international style to American architecture but is best known for his unique approach in regional architecture, adding a new dimension and direction to the several regional design systems in that area. His motifs, based on simple post and beam construction, were decidedly modern. In residential architecture, with its range of design demands, his design philosophy came into its full range. Illustrated with annotated b/w reproductions of photographs and plans. Minor creasing to wraps. Chipping and some staining to dj. Text in German. "Die Baubücher, Band 1: Neutra, Wie baut Amerika?" Contents: Bejahung der Gegenwart, Verkehrsmittel und Siedlungsform, Das Großhotel und seine Aufgaben, Der Großbau im Entstehen, Das Eigenwohnhaus, Der formgebende Baustoff. Dj in good-, book in very good condition. Rare with dust jacket.
Book ID: 15650
Price: $1,500.00