A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
1 / of1
Modern Architecture and Design: An Alternative History
British architect and planner Bill Risebero recreates 200 years of modern architecture and design against a backdrop of class dominance over rising industrialism. The lively and opinionated text and more than 1,000 captioned drawings by the author provide a refreshing reinterpretation of architectural developments in the modern period.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Reinterprets modern architecture amidst industrial and social shifts
Who is this book for?
If you're interested in how architecture reflects societal changes, this book offers a lively and insightful journey through 200 years of design evolution. Bill Risebero’s engaging commentary and detailed drawings make complex developments accessible and fascinating, perfect for anyone curious about modernist movements and their historical context.