num_pages: 193
description: A bilingual (German and English) examination of light and space in the architectural works of Louis I. Kahn, focusing on 50 projects that demonstrate the extensive variety of techniques which he investigated and employed for the control and modulation of natural light. The author progresses chronologically through the projects, beginning with one of Kahn's student projects from 1924, and ending with the Dhaka (Bangladesh) capitol project in 1974. Profusely illustrated (b&amp;w) with plans, sketches, and photographs, and includes a typology of the various light control and modulation elements employed by Kahn. 9.25x8.75" Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
language: German
title: Louis I. Kahn: Light and Space - Licht und Raum
titlecomplete: Louis I. Kahn: Light and Space - Licht und Raum
genres: Nonfiction, Architecture
ratings_count: 23
publisher: Birkhauser