Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Houses

Description

A fascinating collection of more than 400 of the world's most glamorous homes, the ATLAS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN HOUSES showcases work by such icons as Marcel Breuer, Richard Neutra, Alvar Aalto, and Oscar Niemeyer alongside extraordinary but virtually unknown houses in Australia, Africa, and Asia. A thoroughly researched, comprehensive appraisal, this book is a must-have for all design aficionados, Mid-Century Modern collectors, and readers looking for inspiration for their own homes.

Dominic Bradbury is a writer and freelance journalist specializing in architecture and design. He has written over 20 books, including Mid-Century Modern Complete, The Iconic House, and The Iconic Interior. As a journalist he contributes to magazines and newspapers in the UK, US, Australia, and internationally, including The Financial Times, The Times, Telegraph, House & Garden, World of Interiors, Wallpaper, and Vogue Living.

"Presents the most complete, in-depth global survey of mid-century modern residential architecture... [A] fascinating collection."- Aspire: Design and Home Magazine"Profiles 400 glorious homes designed by 290+ architects in locations from Sydney to Sao Paolo, Chandigarh to Sheffield. With some 250 full-color images, the book showcases just how differently the style can be interpreted."-Cool Hunting "Covers a lot of ground."-Connecticut Post "Talk about travel inspo."-Conde Nast Traveler Online "A lavish compendium."-The Los Angeles Times "Full of fabulous photos accompanied by pithy text, it's a joy to dip in and out of."-The Times LUXX "Highlights the best architects and houses of this popular architectural style from around the world."-Homes & Antiques magazine "This stately compendium of mid-century modern homes is a must-have for lovers of architecture and design."-Kirkus Reviews "Simply stunning."-We Heart "What might just be one of the most comprehensive books ever to be published on the subject."-Architectural Digest "A weighty catalogue of the movement's giants and lesser-known gems."-Elle Decoration "A great reference."-Architectural Record "Page after page of the most visually arresting modernist homes around the world. Design porn for the most tasteful of coffee tables."-The New York Times "This stunning coffee table book packs more than 400 of the world's most glamorous homes into a single, stylish hardcover. Get this one for the mid-century design fiend in your life."-Mic "A set-piece appraisal of the style's lasting legacy."-The Modernist House "A book for real mid-century Modernist fans. Beautifully presented, with stunning photography."-Self-Build and Design "[Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Houses]instantly transports me to the beautiful desert heat of Palm Springs. Since I will definitely not be able to visit my spiritual home this year, this book will keep me going until the next time."-Grazia