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Cuban Modernism
by Jean-Francois LeJeune
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For several decades, 20th century architecture thrived in Cuba and a wealth of buildings was realized prior to the revolution 1959 and in its wake. The designs comprise luxurious nightclubs and stylish hotels, sports facilities, elegant private homes and apartment complexes. Drawing on the vernacular, their architects defined a way to be modern and Cuban at the same time - creating an architecture oscillating between tradition and avantgarde.
Audacious concrete shells, curving ramps, elegant brises-soleils and a fluidity of interior and exterior spaces are characteristic of an airy, often colorful architecture well-suited to life in the tropics. New photographs and drawings were specially prepared for this publication. A biographical survey portraits the 40 most important Cuban architects of the era.
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- Birkhauser Brand
- Apr 30, 2021 Pub Date:
- 3035616418 ISBN-10:
- 9783035616415 ISBN-13:
- 336 Pages
- 11.2 in * 8.8 in * 1.2 in Dimensions:
- 4 lb Weight:
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