Beanland, Christopher
Station: A journey through 20th and 21st century railway architecture and design
- ISBN 13:
- 9781849948258
- author:
- Beanland, Christopher
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Batsford Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 210
- Dimensions:
- 27.4 x 21.3 x 2.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Architecture & Design, Buildings,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A global celebration of modern railway architecture, this book takes a fresh approach to the subject, focusing on stations and other key buildings from the 1950s onward. Renowned travel and architecture writer Christopher Beanland explores a wide range of examples, from iconic Hauptbahnhof in Berlin to lesser-known high-speed stations in Saudi Arabia.
With in-depth features on repurposed urban railway infrastructure, hanging railways in Germany and Japan, and the mysterious glamour of travelling by night, this book is a must-have for rail enthusiasts and architecture aficionados. The book also includes interviews with people who regularly use these iconic buildings and railways, adding a unique perspective to the collection.
Featuring over 50 fascinating entries, this stylish and contemporary book is a celebration of modern railway architecture at its best. With its unique blend of architecture, history, and travel, it's a must-have for anyone interested in the subject.
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