Highlighting the work of renowned architects
Taschen 's book "Case Study Houses" provides an essential introduction to a program that shaped paradigms of modern living with 36 prototypes, extending its influence far beyond downtown Los Angeles. The book offers a detailed exploration of each of these model residences in the Case Study House program, highlighting the work of renowned architects such as Richard Neutra, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, and many others.
A comprehensive look at these iconic homes that redefined architectural design
With 150 photographs and plans, the book offers a comprehensive look at these iconic homes that redefined architectural design and left a lasting imprint on the landscape of modern architecture. Each of these homes represented a bold experiment in the search for innovative solutions for modern living, from the creative use of materials to maximizing the use of space.
Bold experiments for modern life
“Case Study Houses” is a visual dive into the history of modern architecture and a celebration of the avant-garde ideas that emerged from the Case Study House program in the 1940s and 1950s.
- author: Elizabeth AT Smith and Peter Gössel
- languages: English, French and German
- 96 pages
| Description | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 8.5" | 21cm |
| Height | 10" | 26cm |
| Weight | 1.3 lbs | 0.6 kg |
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