Modern Architecture Since 1900 William J. R. Curtis is an English-language reference work that offers in-depth insight into modern architecture since 1900. This study book is intended for readers who want to delve into the development and tradition of modern architecture worldwide.
The book combines a clear historical outline with a thorough analysis of the technical, economic, and social aspects that shape architecture since the 20th century. Curtis focuses on the individual architect and the characteristics that give a building lasting value. The third edition has been thoroughly revised and expanded with new chapters and attention to regional variation.
It offers a incisive analysis of the modernist tradition and its origins, with the interplay between tradition and renewal at the center. This makes it an indispensable study book for professionals and students in architecture from the modern era onward.
Topics related to this title include Theory of architecture, ARCHITECTURE / Criticism, and Architecture.