Product Description

In spite of its monumentality, the architecture of Legorreta + Legorreta is conceived for us to live in: it suits our needs, our appetites, and our emotions. Some of the best examples are seen in the vestibules of the Center of Visual Arts and of the Sheraton Hotel in Bilbao. Geometric pure and timeless forms instill rotundity and clarity into the complicated projects. Even in large complexes, like the Chiron Laboratories, or the Egade Graduate School, privacy and simplicity is preserved. The treatment of light also aids them in creating different spaces without any need of walls or separators. The application of color is a most important priority, especially in projects set in their native Mexico. There are tones that the architects use to dramatize spaces which intensify the personal experience of the people in the buildings. All of these ingredients integrate architecture, landscaping, and interior decoration into a single discipline that respects the place, the traditions, and the people with whom it makes contact .

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #954446 in Books
• Published on: 2002-06
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English, Italian, German, French
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 80 pages

From the Publisher
Each volume in this eminently affordable series highlights the work of a renowned 20th century architect. Packed with dazzling four-color photographs of exteriors and interiors, detailed plans, generous layouts and brief, comprehensive texts, these books are both authoritative and attractive, while their convenient size makes them great travel companions. An easy reference for work, school, or play, these colorful introductions to architectural wonders will fill your head with inspiration—without emptying your wallet.

Customer Reviews

Small, affordable, and yet quite complete
For only 10 bucks, you get to see a great review of Legorreta + Legorreta's work, including pics, plans, and explanations easy to understand by the amateur reader, yet quite illustrative to the expert or architect. This is not the greatest summary of Legorreta's work, but it is in fact the best you can buy with only 10 dollars.