Michael Graves
Subtitle: Inspiration and Process in Architecture
Publisher: Moleskine
Published: 2014
Language: eng
Number of pages: 144
ISBN-13: 9788867326921
Subjects: Architectural design
Description: This is a collection of books which reveal the creative process of leading international figures in fashion design. Fashion Unfolds gives an intimate look into the secret, multifaceted and fascinating world of past and contemporary fashion designers, like precious objects that reflect each designer philosophy. As well as hundreds of images each book includes unpublished interviews and essays by the industry's leading journalists. These books reveal the poetry of processes and precision that have led to the most unexpected creativity. They are materials for study, providing inspiration and awe. American architect Michael Graves divides architectural design into three distinctive moments: referential sketches, preparatory studies, and final drawing. This book is a visual diary that shows the architects attention to the legacy of the past and how the observation of the world leads to the creation of new forms with tangible features. Graves has been active with his studio since 1964 and has been a professor at Princeton University for over 40 years. He has designed more than 400 buildings around the world, receiving over 250 awards for the excellence of his work.