John Portman and Associates: Master Architect Series VI

John Portman and Associates is most famous for introducing the modern atrium to corporate design. But there is much more in this magnificent portfolio of outstanding architecture than atriums. From its inception in 1953, the firm has established a global reputation for combining vision with practical development in three key areas: urban architecture, community revitalisation and suburban mixed-use projects. In fact, John Portman and Associates is largely responsible for establishing the benchmark for urban revitalisation. Major areas of practice featured in this book include mixed-use architecture, hospitality, education and corporate - not just in the USA but around the world. The buildings designed by John Portman and Associates have received numerous accolades, and many of those designs feature in this attractive casebound volume.