Architecture After Modernism

by Diane Yvonne Ghirardo

Its discussion of the reshaping of urban environment focuses on London's Dockland, the most ambitious and politically sensitive development in postwar Britain. It also considers the work of lesser-known designers and women architects as well as famous international stars.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 050020294X
• ISBN13: 9780500202944
• Release Date: November 1996
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

As Diane's Student

I have the luxery of learning under Diane, and this book is required for one of the 3 courses she teaches. What makes Diane and her work compelling is that she is able to use history to defend and defeat modern architecture. Clear and consise, Diane's work will follow the background thoughts of many future architects.

terrific

Thought provoquing and illuminating. Always analyzing architecture from the larger scope of society. Never apologetic nor reserved in her comments, the author comes out as a real person. Whether you agree or disagree with her, I prefer a book like this one than a nonjudgemental review of buildings trends and theories. Wonderfully illustrated, and very clear in most passages. I really enjoyed the analysis of public spaces.