Furniture by Architects Foreword by Stephen Crafti (Book)

About the Item

'Furniture by Architects' reveals how the same fundamental principles used in building design can be applied on a much smaller scale, resulting in pieces of furniture that embrace function, beauty and context to become objects of art. For centuries, architects have turned their hand to custom furniture in a practice that has resulted in a number of iconic designs, including the timeless Eames Lounge and Ottoman and the ubiquitous Barcelona chair created by Mies van der Rohe for his acclaimed Barcelona Pavilion. 'Furniture by Architects' beautifully illustrates bespoke design by some of the world s leading architects, who are increasingly designing furniture as clients seek interiors customised to specific needs. Foster + Partners' 520 Armchair for Walter Knoll has the texture and comfort found in a traditional leather armchair, while the Liquid Glacial Dining & Coffee Table by Zaha Hadid Design, made from polished clear Plexiglas, capture the spirit of her architecture, with their distinctive fluid lines, revealing the waves and ripples below the surface. This title features 80 projects by top international architects who have extended their talents to furniture design, including Zaha Hadid Design, Foster + Partners, John Portman & Associates, UNStudio, Fritz Hansen, Swatt Miers Architects and Griffin Enright Architects. 207 pages. 1100 grams.

Dimensions:

Height: 9.44 in (23.98 cm)Width: 9.44 in (23.98 cm)Depth: 0.88 in (2.24 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

2013

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

North Yorkshire, GB