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Beschreibung
Discover the controversial beauty of Brutalist architecture in Britain's urban landscape.

From concrete car parks to iconic cultural centers, Brutalism emerged in the 1960s and 70s, defined by raw concrete and bold forms. Explore the key architects like Peter and Alison Smithson and Erno Goldfinger who shaped this movement. Reappraise Brutalism's impact on social housing, urban planning, and architectural design.

Is this architecture a symbol of social freedom or dystopian failure? This introductory guide delves into the history, key buildings, and the ongoing debate surrounding this divisive style. Perfect for architecture enthusiasts and those curious about Britain's heritage.

Discover the controversial beauty of Brutalist architecture in Britain's urban landscape.

From concrete car parks to iconic cultural centers, Brutalism emerged in the 1960s and 70s, defined by raw concrete and bold forms. Explore the key architects like Peter and Alison Smithson and Erno Goldfinger who shaped this movement. Reappraise Brutalism's impact on social housing, urban planning, and architectural design.

Is this architecture a symbol of social freedom or dystopian failure? This introductory guide delves into the history, key buildings, and the ongoing debate surrounding this divisive style. Perfect for architecture enthusiasts and those curious about Britain's heritage.

Über den Autor
Billy Reading is an architectural historian and author who has worked as an Inspector of Historic Buildings and Areas for Historic England for the past decade. He is recognised as the leading expert on the historic fire stations of Britain, and has wide ranging interests within the field of architecture, from the medieval manor house to brutalism and beyond. Billy lives in London with his two retired racing greyhounds.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2018
Genre: Importe, Kunst
Rubrik: Kunst & Musik
Thema: Architektur
Medium: Taschenbuch
Reihe: Britain's Heritage
Inhalt: Kartoniert / Broschiert
ISBN-13: 9781445675527
ISBN-10: 1445675528
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Reading, Billy
Hersteller: Amberley Publishing
Britain's Heritage
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 233 x 163 x 7 mm
Von/Mit: Billy Reading
Erscheinungsdatum: 15.04.2018
Gewicht: 0,187 kg
Artikel-ID: 110443244