Alvar Aalto
Malcolm Quantrill
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Alvar Aalto
Published
1989
Publisher
New Amsterdam
Pages
307
ISBN-10
0941533352
Description
"Alvar Aalto was remarkably inventive in architecture and industrial design. Moreover, his command of technology was integrated with a humanistic style of building, and like Saarinen and Frank Lloyd Wright he sought an organic synthesis of his structures with their surroundings. Aalto's success in approaching these ideals may account for the extraordinary spread of his influence on an international scale. In this broad study of Aalto's work, Malcolm Quantrill assesses its development in terms of two powerful sources-the Finnish National Romantic movement and the Modern movement in architecture. His critique of Aalto's most significant buildings and furniture designs is complemented by photographs of many stages of their creation, from the spontaneity of initial sketches to the completed detail. Professor Quantrill first met Alvar and Elissa Aalto at Muuratsalo in June 1953, and he has been studying and photographing Aalto's buildings ever since. His book provides striking insights into the work of one of the greatest architects of the century." -- Provided by publisher.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Alvar Aalto?
This edition of Alvar Aalto has approximately 307 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Alvar Aalto?
For most readers, Alvar Aalto typically takes between 6h 24m and 4h 16m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 76,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 7m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 76,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Alvar Aalto?
The estimated word count for Alvar Aalto is approximately 76,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Alvar Aalto?
Alvar Aalto was written by Malcolm Quantrill.
When was Alvar Aalto published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1989. The original work may have been published on a different date.