The Writings of Steen Eiler Rasmussen
Northern and Central European Architecture and Urbanism Until 1945
Michael Asgaard Andersen(Author)
Gad (Publisher)
Will be published approx. on 30. September 2026
Book
Hardback
496 pages
978-87-12-07279-9 (ISBN)
Description
Steen Eiler Rasmussen (1898-1990) was a Danish architect, urban planner, author, and professor, widely regarded as one of the 20th century's most influential thinkers in architecture and urban design. His early works emerge from the transformative period between two world wars, distinguished by incisive analyses of design, architecture, and urban planning. Rooted in a global perspective and profound expertise, these texts showcase a holistic understanding that resonates powerfully today.
Rasmussen's writings unveil overlooked and forgotten pathways for advancing these disciplines toward greater moderation and sustainability-an approach increasingly critical in our modern era. This collection invites readers to rediscover timeless insights that inspire a forward-thinking, balanced approach to design and planning.
Rasmussen's writings unveil overlooked and forgotten pathways for advancing these disciplines toward greater moderation and sustainability-an approach increasingly critical in our modern era. This collection invites readers to rediscover timeless insights that inspire a forward-thinking, balanced approach to design and planning.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Denmark
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 265 mm
Width: 220 mm
ISBN-13
978-87-12-07279-9 (9788712072799)
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Person
Michael Asgaard Andersen, associate Professor and Researcher at the Royal Danish Academy.