Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer , Peter Gossel (Editor)
Wright
- ISBN 13:
- 9783836560498
- author:
- Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer , Peter Gossel (Editor)
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- TASCHEN GmbH
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 26.4 x 21.3 x 1.3 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography, Architecture, Architects
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Frank Lloyd Wright: Architect of Aspiration A concise introduction to the life and work of Frank Lloyd Wright, one of America's most influential architects. This book explores Wright's philosophy of organic architecture and its impact on his designs, from suburban homes to iconic skyscrapers like the Guggenheim Museum. Wright's approach was characterized by a harmony with humanity and the environment, as seen in his famous Fallingwater house. He also experimented with industrial materials and innovative interior design elements, such as furniture and stained glass. This book offers a concise overview of Wright's aspirations to shape American society through architecture, revealing a complex and multifaceted individual behind the iconic buildings. Through Wright's work, we gain insight into his technological and Romantic response to the practical challenges of middle-class America. With its clear and engaging narrative, this book is an ideal introduction for anyone interested in architecture, design, or American history.