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Iconic Designs
2 Reviews
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4-6
Iconic Designs series.
Graham highlights major architects worldwide and their groundbreaking designs since 1900, including the Flatiron Building, Fallingwater, and Burj Khalifa. A final chapter deals with "the future" and "green buildings." Organizational issues aside--"Architect in Focus" and "From Concept to Icon" sections are randomly curated and placed--many photos and diagrams complement the workmanlike narrative. Reading list, timeline. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Jack Forman
(4)
4-6
Iconic Designs series.
Spilsbury highlights key auto designers and groundbreaking designs since 1900, including the Ford Model T, Volkswagen Beetle, and Smart Car. A final chapter touches on "the future" with new technologies and energy sources. Organization issues aside--"Designer in Focus" and "From Concept to Icon" sections are randomly curated and placed--many photos and diagrams complement the straightforward narrative. Reading list, timeline. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Jack Forman
2 reviews
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