San Francisco: a Guide to Recent Architecture
San Francisco: a Guide to Recent Architecture by Peter Lloyd, published by Ellipsis London in December 1997, offers a detailed examination of contemporary architectural practices in California. This edition spans 320 pages and is presented in English. The book focuses on the innovative work of four architects—Stanley Saitowitz, Jim Jennings, Philip Banta, and Mark Horton—who have designed modern single-family homes that reflect the lifestyle and needs of residents in the late 20th century.
Readers will find an insightful exploration of how these architects responded to the challenges posed by the aftermath of the devastating fire of October 1991, which impacted one of the most sought-after residential areas on the West Coast. The book delves into the design philosophies and architectural strategies employed to create homes that are both functional and aesthetically aligned with contemporary Californian life. Through this analysis, the book highlights the evolution of residential architecture in San Francisco during a transformative period.
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This book looks at how four architects–Stanley Saitowitz, Jim Jennings, Philip Banta, and Mark Horton–have worked to produce innovative, unashamedly modern single-family houses appropriate to life in California at the end of the 20th century, after the devastating fire of October 1991 razed one of the most desirable residential locations on the American West Coast.
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