Lineage and Legacy: A certain Modernism in Cadaques

This book explores a unique architectural style that emerged in Cadaqués, Spain, in the 1950s, featuring holiday houses designed by a group of architects connected to the Modern movement. It includes photographs, architectural drawings, and an interview with the authors to provide insight into the style and its historical context.

Format: Hardback
Length: 175 pages
Publication date: 23 June 2021
Publisher: Quart Publishers

This captivating book delves into a unique architectural style that flourished in the picturesque Spanish fishing village of Cadaqués during the vibrant 1950s. It explores a collection of holiday houses, meticulously designed and constructed between the mid-1950s and 1960s by a group of architects who shared strong friendships, architectural affinities, and connections with the international Modern movement. The authors, Stephen Bates of Sergison Bates Architects in London and Fernando Villavecchia of Liebman Villavecchia Arquitectos in Barcelona, offer insightful observations on the common threads that unite eight captivating case studies. To enhance the reader's experience, a photographic essay by David Grandorge is included, along with detailed architectural drawings showcasing several significant projects of that era. An interview with the authors provides a background to their shared fascination with Cadaqués, shedding light on the historical events and personal milestones that shaped the village's architectural identity. Presented in both English and Spanish, with Spanish text in an inserted booklet, this book offers a captivating journey into the world of 1950s architecture, showcasing the remarkable talents and creativity of the architects who left their mark on Cadaqués.

Weight: 760g
Dimension: 208 x 265 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783037612378