Norcalmod: Icons of Northern California Modernist Architecture

by Pierluigi Serraino

Many people think modernist architecture never flowered in California north of the San Fernando Valley. NorCalMod dispels that notion in a copiously illustrated history showcasing extraordinary examples of its proud contribution to the Bay Area and environs. As a style, modernist architecture was hotly debated in its day (why create modern structures where such distinctive Victorian and Arts and Crafts buildings already existed?) pulling heavyweights...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 081184353X
• ISBN13: 9780811843539
• Release Date: August 2006
• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 8.5" x 10.3"