Zavrel Zdenek (6 results)

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. An illustrated autobiography of the itinerant Czech architectCzech architect Zdenek Zavrel (born 1943) reflects on his career in the former Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic in this monograph-cum-memoir. Zavrel's reminiscences provide a unique chronicle of architecture's progression in postwar Europe. The book contains photo-documentation of all of Zavrel's built projects alongside archival photographs. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Condition: neu. OKart., 183 Seiten mit zahlr. Abb., 4° (17,5 x 24 cm), neu. hardbound, 183 pages with many illustrations, 4to, brand-new copy. bilingual Czech and English. "Zden?k Zav?el belongs to the now somewhat forgotten generation of architects, which was severely marked by senseless fluctuations in the cultural and political development of post-war Czechoslovakia. The possibilities of using their abilities and talents were very limited. With few exceptions, they were not allowed to participate in the visible architectural milestones of their time. He closed after graduating from architecture and got his first foreign internships at the now legendary Liberec Kindergarten SIAL. During the depressive years of normalization, he went to the Netherlands, where he experienced the adventures of an unknown emigrant and later managed to excel in the environment of an advanced architectural superpower. After the Velvet Revolution, he helped with changes in the Czech architectural environment on a democratic basis. In the last stage of his professional life, he used the experience gained and participated in the teaching of young architects at his alma mater, the Prague Faculty of Architecture of the Czech Technical University, even as its long-term dean. Zavrel's memories create a unique chronicle of an interesting professional life in a broader European context." Book Language/s: Czech, English.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Leichte Rillen / Abschürfungen / Risse / Knicke.

Condition: neu. OKart., 147 Seiten mit zahlr. Abb., 4° (17,5 x 24 cm), neu. hardbound, 147 pages with many illustrations, 4to, brand-new copy. bilingual Czech and English. "The second part of the architect Zden?k Zav?el's memoirs concerns his private life and family background, which, however, are closely connected with his professional career, and thus complement the parallel published professional chronicle Three Lives of an Architect (KANT 2021). The book of personal memories is intended primarily for those who were interested in the first volume, or for those who met the author in person or indirectly. The deliberate division of memories into professional and private parts helps to illustrate a number of the author's personal decisions related to the changes in society not only in the Czech Republic, but also during his years in exile. Undoubtedly, the occupation in 1968 and its consequences, which we are still dealing with to this day, remain a deep scar in his life. This book also illustrates the fate of a Czech family that finds its place in a different foreign society. It is perhaps a kind of foreshadowing of future destinies, which will be transformed into another and different form under the pressure of changes in national borders and customs. The final chapters are devoted to the author's contribution to changes in the current Czech university environment and gradual changes in the lives of younger generations." Book Language/s: Czech, English.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. An illustrated autobiography of the itinerant Czech architectCzech architect Zdenek Zavrel (born 1943) reflects on his career in the former Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic in this monograph-cum-memoir. Zavrel's reminiscences provide a unique chronicle of architecture's progression in postwar Europe. The book contains photo-documentation of all of Zavrel's built projects alongside archival photographs. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 4° - 164pp - B/w reproductions. Published as exhibition Catalogue: "Machinists" at the Jaroslav Fragner Gallery in Prague August/September 1996. Text in Czech and English. Original wrappers (binding with metal bars and screws) In very good condition.