Louis H. Sullivan

The Autobiography of an Idea (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

The famous American architect's fascinating look at the early years of his pioneering work, which led to his being called the "father of the skyscraper." Far from an ordinary document of records and dates, Sullivan's passionate book crystallizes his insights and opinions into an organic theory of architecture. Includes a wealth of projects and evaluations, as well as 34 full-page plates.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Guilford Publications
• Seitenzahl: 384
• Erscheinungstermin: 14. März 2012
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780486141831
• Artikelnr.: 39138606

Autorenporträt

In the 1870s, Louis H. Sullivan (18561924) participated in the rebuilding of Chicago after the great fire. An early influence on Frank Lloyd Wright, he was instrumental in the development of steel high-rise structures that evolved into modern skyscrapers.