Randl, Chad
A-frame
- ISBN 13:
- 9781616899059
- author:
- Randl, Chad
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Princeton Architectural Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 15.9 centimetres (0.68 kg
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Architecture & Design, Buildings,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The A-frame: A Symbol of Play and Leisure in American Architecture. In the postwar era, a unique architectural phenomenon swept across America - the A-frame. This triangle-shaped house became synonymous with outdoor living, leisure, and play. Chad Randl explores the story behind this iconic design, tracing its roots from prehistoric Japan to its heyday as a symbol of freedom and fun in the 1960s. From advertisements to DIY examples, family snapshots, and detailed blueprints, A-frame chronicles every aspect of this architectural phenomenon. With a unique blend of history, culture, and visual content, Randl reveals the enduring appeal of the A-frame and its recent revival among designers and enthusiasts alike.
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