Featuring exquisite photographs of every structure the architect designed from scratch
or incorporated into a historical building this elegant volume is as sumptuous and
inviting as a Scarpa interior. Although he was not widely known during his
lifetime Carlo Scarpa has in the past-half century become one of the most revered of modern
architects. His passion for integrating the ancient with the modern the natural with the built
environment and the sensual qualities of glass wood and stone makes him the perfect
architect for this moment when the preservation of historic buildings and sensitivity to
environmental impact is of supreme importance. As authoritative as it is attractive this book
features balanced introduction to Scarpa's work weighing the opinions of both champions and
critics of his work. More than 200 photographs and their accompanying illuminating texts
capture the astounding beauty of Scarpa's designs allowing readers to experience the interplay
of light texture and line in a way that is second only to viewing the works in person.
Arguably the most definitive volume available on this consummate craftsman and artist this
book explores Scarpa's lasting legacy of meticulous craftsmanship respect for tradition and a
deep understanding of the relationship between architecture nature and human experience.
