- Hardcover: 320 pages
- Publisher: Taschen GmbH (3 Jan 1998)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 3822885649
- ISBN-13: 978-3822885642
- Product Dimensions: 31.8 x 24.5 x 3.1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 519,352 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This catalogue raisonne of Hundertwasser's architecture examines all his buildings and projects, whether realized or not, tracing them from the first sketches through the models to completion. It includes commentaries on all the paintings, models and buildings by Hundertwasser himself.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Two features of this book are its topic, a truly unique mind of contemporary architecture and its colourful indepth account of Friedrich Hundertwasers unique style. The book begins with a historical portrayal of Hundetwasser which informs the reader of the motivation behind such a meaningful and creative architectural style. This book covers many of his projects most of which are located in Vienna and rural Austria. The Authors spare nothing at presenting a detailed account of each of his projects including plans and informative photographic angles provided in full colour. There is much focus placed on his elaborate roof top garden designs and his innovative tree windows, that are key to his popularity and sustainble developments goals. This book is a necessity for any budding urban designer, architect, planner or new house builder. Hundertwasser's approach is a leading example of sustainble development in a time when governements around the world are seeking ways in which high density can find its way back into our cities making them safe, lively and green.This innovative style and tactile images will inspire any reader. I encourage you to enjoy it today.
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34 of 36 people found the following review helpful
Why Can't We All Live in Places Like This?
29 Dec 1999
Format:Hardcover
I spent much of the 60s and 70s with posters of Hundertwasser's paintings on my walls. It was always clear that he was an architect, but one without any commissions. So when I came across this book, I was ecstatic. He's actually building! He is freeing us from the tyranny of straight lines, 90 degree angles, and an architecture divorced from nature. Some of his buildings are like something out of Willa Wonka and the Chocolate Factory!
I'd love to live in a city filled with Hundertwassers rather than the neo-prison building that passes for architecture these days. And so would others -- rents at Hundertwasser buildings in Vienna fetch a huge premium. And he is regreening cities at the same time. I can't wait to go visit!
This book is also wonderful for preteens -- it will stretch their minds about what is possible -- and give new reason to study the math and physics necessary to realize the cities of our dreams.
This book was my Christmas present to myself (I also gave it to others), and it was the best present I got! Every time I open it, I want to sing!
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Filled with innovative solutions to sustainability problems.
18 Oct 1999
Format:Hardcover
The ideas in this book expolore the relationship of manmade structures to nature. Hundertwasser displays many of his creative solutions to keeping green spaces while still making spaces for people to live. He addresses the human side of sustainability by forming spaces that "make the whole person vibrate" with life.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Very Interesting!
18 Oct 1998
Format:Hardcover
This book about this extravagant architect is a very nice edition, including beautiful images and clearly explained background information. I regret not having bought this book from Amazon, though; I purchased it in Belgium, at a much, much higher price, and still I think it was worth it. Certainly a great addition to your personal art library. Buy it and enjoy!
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