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American Icons Vol. 2

The Architecture of the United States: Elegance and Progress

Robert Klanten, François-Luc Giraldeau (Herausgeber)

Buch | Hardcover

304 Seiten

2025 | 1. Auflage
Die Gestalten Verlag
978-3-96704-134-7 (ISBN)

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Discover the icons and innovators who are shaping America’s architectural legacy.

American architecture has long symbolized the nation’s progress and identity. As architectural innovation continues to redefine itself, exploring this legacy is essential. As modern design trends reshape U. S. skylines,
American Icons Vol. 2 provides an in-depth look at the evolution of American architecture, featuring 50 iconic projects and four insightful essays focusing on the International Style and midcentury modernism.
Enriched with stunning images and analysis, the book shows how American modernism, influenced by the Bauhaus movement, emphasized transparency, simplicity, and timeless elegance. An essential resource for architecture enthusiasts, it celebrates architectural achievements and inspires future design.

Sam Lubell is the author of ten books on architecture and his work has appeared among other publications in The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Architectural Digest, Dwell, Wired, The Architect's Newspaper.

Erscheint lt. Verlag	29.4.2025
Mitarbeit	Gast Herausgeber: Sam Lubell
Verlagsort	Berlin
Sprache	englisch
Maße	245 x 330 mm
Themenwelt	Technik ► Architektur
Schlagworte	20. Jahrhundert • American • Architecture • Architektur • buildings • Design • Fotografie • Gebäude • iconic • landmarks • Modern • Moderne • photography • Skyline • Styles
ISBN-10	3-96704-134-4 / 3967041344
ISBN-13	978-3-96704-134-7 / 9783967041347
Zustand	Neuware