Contemporary: Architecture and Interiors of the 1950s

Phaidon Press, 2001. Later Printing . Pictorial Wrappers. As New. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Shulman, Julius (photographs). As New softcover. Signed by noted architectural photographer Julius Shulman and Case Study House architects Pierre Koenig (whose work is on the covers, title page and prominent throughout the book), Beverly Thorne, Ed Killingsworth and Donald Hensman, all of whose works appear in the book. Also laid in is a postcard announcement for a gallery opening honoring Pierre Koenig. 240 pp., profusely illustrated with color and B&W architectural photos and period ads. An exhaustive survey of trends in taste, architecture and interior design at a time of economic regeneration and social renewal. Chapter headings include: The Birth of the Contemporary Style; The House; The Interior; Decoration and Fittings; Furniture and Furnishings; and Society Goes Contemporary. Includes a great reference section with a glossary, collections of interest and places to visit, an exhaustive selected bibliography and index. Laid in is a Craig Krull Gallery exhibition card for the "Pierre Koenig: Case Study Houses # 21 and # 22" which are prominently featured in this book. Also laid in is an 8 page brochure for the "Julius Shulman Institute: Woodbury University".