Louis I. Kahn

Louis I. Kahn was an American architect who combined modernism with geometric forms and a reverence for natural light to create monumental and breathtaking structures. This introduction brings together 17 of his most important buildings, with plans, views, descriptions, and photographs tracing the context and development of each project. It explores his architectural ideology and legacy as one of the most important 20th-century American architects.

Format: Hardback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2020
Publisher: Taschen GmbH

Louis Isadore Kahn (1901-1974) approached each building as a sacred sanctuary. His architectural creations, spanning across the United States, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Israel, seamlessly blended the sleek, functional aspects of modernism with a profound reverence for geometric shapes and an unwavering appreciation for natural light. This essential introduction brings together 17 of Kahn's most significant buildings, showcasing his diverse portfolio encompassing cultural, governmental, religious, and residential spaces. Detailed plans, captivating views, comprehensive descriptions, and high-quality photographs provide a comprehensive account of the context and evolution of each project. An introductory essay delves into Kahn's distinctive architectural philosophy and his enduring legacy as one of the most influential American architects of the 20th century, following in the footsteps of Frank Lloyd Wright. By exploring Kahn's masterpieces, such as the National Assembly Building in Dhaka, Bangladesh, or the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, Texas, we will delve into his "back to basics" approach, inspired by ancient sites in Italy, Greece, and Egypt. Additionally, we will examine his unique vocabulary of mass, void, and light, which infused the International Style with a celestial radiance.

Weight: 574g
Dimension: 220 x 266 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783836543842