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Glass Houses

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Glass Houses by Phaidon Editors delves into the captivating world of modern residential architecture, exploring homes constructed primarily with glass. The book celebrates the innovative use of this material, showcasing a selection of iconic glass houses that combine transparency with cutting-edge design. This visual journey highlights the striking balance between interior and exterior spaces, offering insights into the creative approaches of architects around the globe.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by the intersection of architecture and transparency, offering stunning photography and insightful context on innovative glass structures worldwide. It's a visual delight for those who appreciate the artistic and functional allure of glass in architectural design, perfect for both professionals and enthusiasts in the arts and culture sphere.

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Glass Houses

An inspiring collection of 50 spectacular houses built almost entirely from glass

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An inspiring collection of 50 spectacular houses built almost entirely from glass.

Glass Houses presents 50 stunning architect-designed homes that utilise glass to maximum effect. The international selection includes early modernist houses from the 1930s, such as Philip Johnson's Glass House and Mies van der Rohe's Farnsworth House, and glamorous mid-century LA villas like Pierre Koenig's Case Study #22. It also features outstanding contemporary examples, where new innovations have made even more daring glass structures possible.

Each house is celebrated with awe-inspiring photographs that showcase the dynamic, light-filled living spaces that only glass can deliver.

Features homes in: Australia, Brazil, Chile, Czech Republic, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, The Netherlands, UK, USA, and Vietnam.

Features architects including: Tatiana Bilbao, Lina Bo Bardi, Ofis Arhitekti, Herzog & de Meuron, Hiroshi Nakamura, Kazuyo Sejima, Philip Johnson, Mecanoo, John Lautner, Richard Rogers, and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.

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Glass Houses by Phaidon Editors is widely praised for its exploration of architectural wonders utilising glass in innovative ways. The book is celebrated for its aesthetic appeal and the inspiration it offers to architects, design enthusiasts, and home decorators. It showcases the versatility and modern appeal of glass architecture, providing an engaging look at iconic glass houses around the world.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838667504

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Illustration: 300 Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Andrew Heid
  • Introduction by Andrew Heid

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 290.0mm

Weight: 1800g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Phaidon Editors Andrew Heid is the founding design principal of NO ARCHITECTURE. A licensed architect, Andrew Heid studied architecture at Yale University, the Architectural Association, and Princeton University. Prior to founding NO ARCHITECTURE in 2014, Andrew gained architectural design experience at REX and OMA in New York and Rotterdam, and with Adjaye Associates in London. Andrew is currently a visiting assistant professor at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, and previously taught at New York Institute of Technology and Columbia University.

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