Alvar Aalto

By Frederick Gutheim

""Alvar Aalto"" by Frederick Gutheim is a comprehensive book that explores the life and work of the Finnish architect Alvar Aalto. Aalto is known for his innovative and modernist designs that incorporated elements of nature and the surrounding environment. The book covers Aalto's early years, his education, and his career as an architect, designer, and urban planner. It also delves into his major works, including his iconic buildings such as the Paimio Sanatorium, the Viipuri Library, and the Finlandia Hall. The book includes numerous photographs, illustrations, and sketches of Aalto's designs, as well as insightful commentary on his creative process and philosophy. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in architecture, design, and the legacy of Alvar Aalto.""The Masters Of World Architecture Series.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258011808
• ISBN13: 9781258011802
• Release Date: May 2011
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 11.0"