Architecture today / by Charles Jencks, with a contribution by William Chaitkin

Jencks, Charles

ISBN 10: 0810906694 / ISBN 13: 9780810906693

Published by New York : H. N. Abrams, 1982

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An exceptional copy; fine in an equally fine dw, now mylar-sleeved. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Literally as new.; 359 pages; Description: 359 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 30 cm. Includes index. Bibliography: p. 336-337. Subjects: Architecture, Modern --20th century. Summary: We are living in one of the most creative and controversial periods in architectural history. With the current profileration of architecture journals, the institution of conferences on architecture, and the sheer number of new buildings being erected worldwide, awareness of contemporary architecture has increased significantly. Anyone interested in sorting out the diversities and complexities of contemporary architecture - and in speculating on the future shape of our homes and cities - will enjoy this spirited, up-to-the-minute book. It brings the reader into stimulating contact with perhaps the most independent and original - and surely the wittiest - of current writers in the field. Architect/author Charles Jencks gives us a highly articulate, no-holds-barred international survey documenting the state of architecture at the beginning of this decade. Over 500 stunning illustrations are included, nearly 200 of them in color. In addition, there is a useful reference section containing the biographies of over 120 architects, a selected bibliograph, and a full index. 2 Kg. Seller Inventory # 155137

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Title: Architecture today / by Charles Jencks, with...

Publisher: New York : H. N. Abrams

Publication Date: 1982

Binding: Hardcover

Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

Edition: First Edition.

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An exceptional copy; fine in an equally fine dw, now mylar-sleeved. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Literally as new.; 359 pages; Description: 359 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 30 cm. Includes index. Bibliography: p. 336-337. Subjects: Architecture, Modern --20th century. Summary: We are living in one of the most creative and controversial periods in architectural history. With the current profileration of architecture journals, the institution of conferences on architecture, and the sheer number of new buildings being erected worldwide, awareness of contemporary architecture has increased significantly. Anyone interested in sorting out the diversities and complexities of contemporary architecture - and in speculating on the future shape of our homes and cities - will enjoy this spirited, up-to-the-minute book. It brings the reader into stimulating contact with perhaps the most independent and original - and surely the wittiest - of current writers in the field. Architect/author Charles Jencks gives us a highly articulate, no-holds-barred international survey documenting the state of architecture at the beginning of this decade. Over 500 stunning illustrations are included, nearly 200 of them in color. In addition, there is a useful reference section containing the biographies of over 120 architects, a selected bibliograph, and a full index.