Lucien Lagrange: The Search for Elegance (Master Architect Series) - Hardcover

Sharoff, Robert

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1864702974 ISBN 13: 9781864702972

Publisher: Images Publishing Group Pty Ltd, 2008

Synopsis

"Lucien Lagrange: The Search for Elegance" is the story of one architect's mid-course adjustment, a journey of discovery from Modern to Classical and back again, from disillusionment to renewed inspiration. At the heart of the book are Lucien Lagrange's projects, stunningly captured by William Zbaren and elucidated by Robert Sharoff in detailed captions and a critical essay that provides background and context. Finally, there is a wide-ranging conversation with Lagrange where he discusses his early years at Skidmore Owings & Merrill and his subsequent career as one of Chicago's most prominent architects."Lucien Lagrange: The Search for Elegance" will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of architecture and design in the Post-Modern era as well as the evolution of one of America's most important cities. It will be of particular interest to those interested in the role history and context play in contemporary architecture and the opportunities they provide for innovative design.

About this edition

• Publisher: Images Publishing Group Pty Ltd
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1864702974
• ISBN 13: 9781864702972
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 288