Alvaro Siza: Private Houses 1954-2004

Hardback

Main Details

Title Alvaro Siza: Private Houses 1954-2004
Authors and Contributors      Edited by Enrico Molteni
By (author) Alessandra Cianchetta
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:232
Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 240
Category/GenreIndividual architects and architectural firms
ISBN/Barcode 9788884914194
ClassificationsDewey:728.37092
Audience
General
Undergraduate
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations Illustrated in colour and black and white throughout

Publishing Details

Publisher Skira
Imprint Skira
Publication Date 31 January 2005
Publication Country Italy

Description

This richly illustrated book examines the houses designed by Alvaro Siza, one of the masters of contemporary architecture. The 28 villas represent an important aspect of Siza's career, where his distinctive ideas on home design translate into a wider conversation on living today and modern architecture. Each construction is narrated by Alvaro Siza through his short poetic writings, a technical description, and a series of sketches. Also included are accounts written by Siza's clients, which bear witness to the complex dialogue behind the design of each house. The volume also features two visual essays based on a selection of drawings by Siza and impeccable photographs of his work. Alvaro Siza is one of today's greatest living architects and the father of the new architectural minimalism. This book will be a must for the bookshelf of architects and students.