25 Concepts in Modern Architecture

Designed to appeal to visual thinkers, 25 Concepts in Modern Architecture explores the fundamental ideas behind architectural design, through easy-to-follow sketches, drawings and succinct explanations. Twenty-five concepts ¿ each of which are key to architectural design thinking ¿ are accessibly explained by examining twenty-five different masterworks of modern architecture. For example, the concept of `movement¿ in architectural design is explained through a close look at a Le Corbusier building; `transparency¿ is examined in Philip Johnson's seminal Glass House; `asymmetry¿ is understood through the work of Zaha Hadid ¿ and so on, through twenty-five core concepts and twenty-five of the most significant buildings of the modern era. Taking a highly-visual approach, this simple yet visually-powerful guide is an essential companion in the design studio and to introductory courses in modern architecture, interior architecture, and interior design. Understanding these concepts will provi