Scandinavian modern houses : the spirit of Nordic light photography by Per Nagel. [Ed. art director:] Vibe Udsen ; 4 Volume 4 of the book series Scandinavian modern houses contains Per Nagels new photographs of some of the most significant Scandinavian private houses built during the twentieth century to elucidate the distinctive character of Nordic architecture and its fine interplay with the vast nature. Nordic architects have developed a special awareness and sense of clarity concerning one of the most important elements for Northerners: the light! This sensibility for the different tonal qualities of light and the extremely conscious use of light as the most important form producing and space defining element is perhaps the most remarkable common feature of Nordic architecture: The Spirit of Nordic Light! The houses featured are very different in plan materials and construction