A visionary project that marked the history of modern architecture
Nüspace presents Case Study Houses. The Complete CSH Program 1945-1966 from Taschen, a fascinating and comprehensive retrospective of the Case Study Houses program, a visionary initiative that marked a turning point in the history of modern architecture. This experimental program, carried out between 1945 and 1966, represents one of the most daring and innovative moments in American architecture. Born in the context of the post-war period, when the building boom was reshaping urban landscapes, it aimed to create modern, functional, and accessible homes adapted to the needs of the emerging society.
A laboratory of ideas led by John Entenza and the greatest talents of modernism
Focused on the Los Angeles area, the program oversaw the design of 36 prototype homes, exploring innovative solutions to the challenges of the time. It was initiated and led by John Entenza, editor of Arts & Architecture magazine, a fervent advocate of modernism and a key figure in connecting the greatest architectural talents of his time. Thanks to his influence, avant-garde architects such as Richard Neutra, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Pierre Koenig and Craig Ellwood were involved in the project, bringing new and bold ideas that would profoundly change the approach to individual housing.
Revolutionary homes that still inspire today
The houses designed under this program were distinguished by their ingenious use of industrial materials, their clean lines and their search for integration with the environment. More than a simple experiment, they became major references in domestic architecture and continue to inspire designers, architects and urban planners around the world today. With their avant-garde design and their desire to democratize modernism, these homes transformed the architectural landscape of Los Angeles and had a lasting influence on the evolution of modern housing.
Rich documentation to explore the legacy of the Case Study Houses program
Taschen offers an exceptional retrospective of the Case Study Houses program, enriched with exhaustive documentation including period photographs, plans, sketches and contemporary shots of the houses that still exist. Each prototype is presented in detail, offering a captivating dive into the reflections and experiments that guided the architects in their quest for a new way of life. This book is an essential reference for all architecture enthusiasts, accurately tracing the history and legacy of this revolutionary program.
- author: Elizabeth AT Smith
- languages: English, French and German
- 440 pages
| Description | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 13.1" | 33.2 cm |
| Height | 10.1" | 25.7 cm |
| Weight | 7.7 lbs | 3.5 kg |
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