Windows in Architecture

The window is an essential component of architecture, but it rarely receives the detailed examination it deserves. This new study explores the development of the window, showing how it transformed human experience by increasing access to light and air and changing our perception of architectural space. Christopher Masters celebrates the multiple roles of the window in architecture through thematic chapters that juxtapose images from different cultures and historical periods. The book features more than 150 superb photographs of exceptional buildings, ranging from ancient to modern, and provides engaging commentaries on over 80 buildings.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 16 March 2023
Publisher: Merrell Publishers Ltd

The window is a vital component of architecture, yet it often goes unnoticed. This groundbreaking study delves into the evolution of the window, exploring how it revolutionized human experience by providing increased access to light and air, while also altering our perception of architectural space. Author Christopher Masters celebrates the diverse roles of the window in architecture through thematic chapters that feature stunning visual comparisons, juxtaposing images from different cultures and historical periods. He offers engaging commentary on over 80 exceptional buildings, ranging from ancient wonders like the Pantheon in Rome and Hagia Sophia in Istanbul to modern masterpieces like Walter Gropius's Bauhaus in Dessau, Eero Saarinen's TWA Terminal in New York, Jean Nouvel's Louvre Abu Dhabi, and Dorte Mandrup's Icefjord Centre in Greenland.

Featuring more than 150 superb photographs, this captivating and accessible survey of a previously neglected subject in architectural history is a must-read for anyone interested in the art and science of building.

Weight: 1074g
Dimension: 240 x 239 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781858947051