Modern Movements in Architecture

Cover of Modern Movements in Architecture by Charles Jencks
Publisher: Penguin
Year: 1985
Language: en
Edition: 2nd
Pages: 448
ISBN-13: 9780140230055
Dimensions:
Height: 8 Inches
Length: 5.25 Inches
Weight: 1.09569744214 Pounds
Width: 1.25 Inches
Dewey Decimal: 724.9
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Modern Movements in Architecture by Charles Jencks, published by Penguin in 1985, offers an insightful introduction to modern architecture from 1920 to the present. This second edition spans 448 pages and is presented in English, providing a comprehensive overview of significant developments in architectural styles, including a focus on late- and post-modernism.

Readers will find a detailed examination of critical moments in the history of modern architecture, highlighting the evolution of design philosophies and practices. The book delves into various architectural movements, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the historical context and progression of architecture. With its thorough analysis, this edition serves as a foundational text for understanding the complexities and transformations within the field.


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This introduction to modern architecture, from 1920 to the present, includes a section on late- and post-modernism. The book describes a critical point in the history of modern architecture.

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Language: en. Pages: 448. Edition: 2nd.

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