Luis Barragán

by Rene Burri

One of the key figures in modern architecture, Luis Barragán's (1902-88) influence has travelled far beyond his Mexican homeland, culminating in his reception of architecture's most prestigious award, the Pritzker Prize, in 1980. His architecture represents a strongly personal vision. Inspired by the vernacular style of his native country, his passion for Moorish architecture and desire for spiritual beauty and harmony with nature, he set about creating...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0714839604
• ISBN13: 9780714839608
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Phaidon Press
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.5" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary