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Mid-Century Modern Architecture Travel Guide: East Coast USA Flexibound – Illustrated, October 8, 2018

by Sam Lubell (Author), Darren Bradley (Photographer)

64 ratings

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A curated list of more than 250 must-see destinations organized geographically from Maine to Florida

Featuring architecture by some of the biggest Mid-Century names, including Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Eero Saarinen, and Philip Johnson, each of the more than 250 buildings is located on a regional map. The book includes all the additional information needed to find and visit each building.

Its cool and functional design makes this book a coveted Modernist-style object in itself.

Including icons from The Met Breuer to the fabulous beach houses of Fire Island, private homes in Connecticut, Manhattan skyscrapers, and the Tropical Modern residences of Sarasota, Florida, it is a must-have guide to one of the most fertile and lesser-known regions for the development of Mid-Century Modern architecture.

From the publisher of Mid-Century Modern Architecture Travel Guide: West Coast USA.

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phaidon, architecture, modernism, east coast, west coast, travel guide

Features architecture by some of the biggest Mid-Century names, including Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Eero Saarinen, and Philip Johnson

Horgan Academy of Irish Dance, Alexander and Nichols, 1964, Naugatuck, Connecticut, USA. Photography by Darren Bradley

Greater Refuge Temple, Costas Machlouzarides, 1968, New York, New York, USA. Photography by Darren Bradley

Wildwood, various architects, 1950s, various locations in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey, USA. Photography by Darren Bradley

Organized geographically, this guide covers the entire East Coast, from Maine in the north to Florida in the south

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"For daydreamers and explorers alike, Phaidon's new design-led travel guide to the USA's East Coast is the perfect companion... Road trips are as American as apple pie, diners and, it seems, émigré Mid-Century Modern architects... [A] beautifully curated guide... Provides an insight into the movement's iconic buildings as well as hidden gems along the way. Whether you decide to read it and daydream or book a trip and explore in person is up to you."―BrummellMagazine.co.uk

"The great American road trip is a rite of passage glorified by numerous literary icons, filmmakers and photographers alike, but in Phaidon's new tome, Mid-Century Modern Architecture Travel Guide: East Coast USA, writer Sam Lubell and photographer Darren Bradley challenge the reader to uncover the east coast's rich architectural stories on a route less travelled."―AnOthermag.com

"A field guide to modern architecture."―Albany Times-Union Tribune

"Provides an introduction to the revelatory and inspiring charm of the East Coast's Mid-Century Modern masterpieces."―ArchDaily

"Pure joy for architecture and design lovers... with enticing photographs illustrating an incredible adventure... This book is a feast to the eyes. The lovely images of the constructions put me right in the mood to think about a design-led trip. It has a lot of information from each building that makes you never stop turning the pages. Even after putting the book down, I found myself picking it up to check out more details about the places listed in this fantastic guide."―HotAndChilli.com

"A compact book through which readers can explore the history behind each Modernist structure – and perhaps find a bit of inspiration to see the sights themselves."―Culture Trip

"A great gift for any architect with wanderlust or a Mid-century fascination."―Metropolis Online

"An indispensable companion for travels up or down I-95, and an ideal pendant to the authors' 2016 West Coast guide, this beautifully photographed book gets away from the usual subjects and introduces you to the modernism of New Hampshire, the commercial architecture of Harlem, and sublime beauties in Sarasota."―Curbed

"These themed travel guides cater to travel and architecture lovers everywhere."―PeterGreenberg.com

"The handsome design, new color photography, and informative text make it a pleasant journey."―Architectural Record Online

About the Author

Sam Lubell has written eight books about architecture, including California Captured and Mid-Century Modern Architecture Travel Guide: West Coast USA, both from Phaidon. He is a Contributing Editor at The Architect's Newspaper and writes for The New York Times, Wallpaper, Dwell, Wired, The Los Angeles Times, The Atlantic, Architectural Record, Architect Magazine, Contract, Architectural Review and other publications.

Darren Bradley is a Southern California-based architectural photographer and lecturer, active in the preservation of Mid-Century Modern architecture. His work has appeared in numerous publications, including large-format books and magazines such as Architectural Record, Domus, and Dwell.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Phaidon Press
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 8, 2018
Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 376 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0714876623
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0714876627
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.3 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 1 x 7.5 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #411,315 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #91 in Regional Architecture
- #453 in Architectural History
- #876 in Pacific West United States Travel Books
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Darren is an American architectural photographer with a passion for mid-century modern architecture and design.
He was born in 1972 in Honolulu, Hawaii and raised mostly in San Diego, California, with some extended periods in France. Upon returning to the US in 1998, he rented a modern house in Palm Springs, CA, and was smitten. He began researching, exploring and appreciating modernist architecture. This new awareness also rekindled his love of photography as he sought to document the buildings he was discovering.
Darren's work has now appeared in large-format art books, academic and professional architecture journals, and lifestyle magazines around the world.
Based in San Diego, CA, Darren is an avid and active supporter of historical preservation efforts, volunteering for organizations including the San Diego Architectural Foundation, La Jolla Historical Society, Docomomo, and Palm Springs Modernism Week. Darren speaks French with native fluency, and holds a degree in history from the University of Paris I (Panthéon-Sorbonne).
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"I love architecture. I started photographing buildings largely as a way to reconnect with my love of architecture. I figured it was a lot easier than going to architecture school. I think that, fundamentally, is what sets me apart from many other architectural photographers. I really don’t care much about photo gear, or taking pictures for the sake of taking pictures. To me, the photography is a tool to connect to the architecture.
I love all sorts of architecture, and I photograph all sorts of architecture. But I’m primarily known for my love of (and for photographing) Modernist architecture from the 1950s through today. Much of the new work that I photograph by present-day architects is also Modernist or contemporary. The goal for me has always been to get others – even those who may not notice or care much about architecture – to stop, see, and maybe even appreciate these buildings that I love. After all, it’s not what you look at that matters… it’s what you see.
To me, architects are always telling stories and making statements through their work. I generally try to zero in on that story or statement, and find the best possible way to photograph the building to ensure that the message is conveyed properly in my photography."
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Tom in DC, P'town & Truro
Informative, Fun Read for the MCM-Obsessed
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2019
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This is a detailed look at many (but certainly not all) of the East Coast's iconic Mid-Century Modern commercial and residential properties. As one who is completely obsessed with this period of architecture, it is an informative and fun read (particularly living in DC, which is rich with constipated people and a subsequent lack of daring architecture). The images are great, and of good quality.

There is a tad too much editorializing and, may I suggest, condescension by the author in his review of several buildings. Alas, that's part of this book's charm, and I'm looking forward to his presentation at Modernism Week in Palm Springs in February.

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Dr. Alan Santos
Amazing book!!!
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2019
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Sam Lubell has done it again. This book is a great resource for anyone who loves MCM arcitecture. For me personally It’s better than his west coast volume, but that’s because I live on the east coast so I have more time to visit the amazing works that he leads the reader to. I appreciate Mr. Lubell great, also Darren Bradley’s photography is a nice addition.

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Laurent Chantegros
a must have on your bookshelf
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2018
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Perfect guide to learn about Mid-Century Modern Architecture on the East Coast. Amazing photos by the talented photographer Darren Bradley. A must have.

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Just An Ordinary Gal
Nice Guidebook
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2020
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I had planned a trip up the Coast with stops at some of the cities and buildings described in this book. The pandemic intervened, at least for now. I am familiar with some of the Florida architecture.

Most of the buildings are not open to the public, so creating a map for oneself is a road trip, not tourist stops for the most part. I could not find a publication year for this book, so it's unclear if all the buildings would still be around to see.

I disagree that some of these buildings are first-rate examples of mid-century modern. I allow that we all have our own tastes.

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Great resource!
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2020
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Another great title to join its West Coast companion. Helping me plan our next trip to NYC.

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Zachary Woods
A must for every architecture stalker’s glovebox!
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2019
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Truly outstanding - I only wish there were more buildings listed. A great wide range of MCM and some more recent Modernist style buildings are listed including addresses and history write-ups.

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Simply genius.
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2018
Beautiful while drawing you into another era.

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Non-comprehensive
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Very disappointed. Not very comprehensive. Written by non-architectural types. So many historical mid century modern buildings missing.

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Really added to our trip down the east coast.
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We were driving down the east coast and this helped us plan our route. It is also just interesting to read, even if you are planning a trip.

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