This compact volume features over 100 of the most spectacular interiors from acrossthe world, spanning the entire 20th century to the present day. It includes interiorsassembled by artists and fashion designers, architects, interior and set-designers,bringing together diverse design talents from Piero Fornasetti to Alvar Aalto, MarcNewson and Matthew Williamson. Twenty short profiles are presented in theintroduction, with a single iconic photograph and a concise, informative text; theinteriors are arranged by chronological order, with superb colour photography andtexts recounting the stories of these remarkable designs.
From ancient and classical masterpieces to contemporary, cutting-edge buildings, architecture has defined our world throughout history. Drawing its examples from all around the globe, Architecture: The Whole Story is a richly illustrated and comprehensive account of the architects, plans, designs and constructions that over the centuries have most engaged our minds, inspired our imaginations and raised our spirits. For everyone who has ever wished for greater insight into the art of building design, Architecture: The Whole Story provides the analytical tools to appreciate to the fullest the variety of architectural achievement and the built environment in the world.
