William Krisel's Palm Springs: The Language of Modernism
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| Rating | : | 4.95 (883 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1423642325 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-03-23 |
| Language | : | English |
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Excellent Addition to Mid Century Architecture Library A real contribution to the body of architectural knowledge about mid century design. Living in a Krisel designed house, the book addd extra appreciation for his work. Karin M. said Beautiful book. Very informative and really nice images. Makes me want to hop a plan to visit.. Phillip B. Brown said Excellent resource! Beautifully photographed. Excellent resource! Beautifully photographed
And I like a bit of whimsy, too. And all must coalesce into an affordable package. Each chapter in the book highlights a perspective of design: location, orientation within the property, wall contour and texture, color, light, shadow, landscape, water elements, indoor/outdoor continuity. In a very personal context, the reader learns of Bill Krisel’s contributions and visions leading to the evolution of Southern California Midcentury Modernism in the Palm Springs/Coachella Valley. Krisel which he made at the start of each of his projects and which, in and of themselves, are works of art that capture the modern style of the 1950’s and 60’s. "William Krisel’s Palm Springs: The Language of Modernism is a wonderful book for readers like me, casually interested in residential architectu
Krisel's architectural drawings and renderings, as well as many archival photographs, highlight examples of his custom homes, mass-produced housing, and recreational facilities in Palm Springs and rest of the Coachella Valley. Heidi Creighton is a midcentury modern enthusiast, writer, collector, and researcher. Chris Menrad, a Southern California native, was drawn to Palm Springs in 1999 by its abundance of modernist architecture. In 2012, she purchased a Palm Springs home designed by William Krisel in 1957. H
Heidi Creighton is a midcentury modern enthusiast, writer, collector, and researcher. . In 2012, she purchased, restored, and updated a Palm Springs home designed by William Krisel in 1957.Chris Menrad, a Southern California native, was drawn to Palm Springs in 1999 by its abundance of modernist architecture. He is a founding board member of the Palm Springs Modern Committee, an organization dedicated to the preservation of Desert Modern architecture and a r