Fame + Architecture

This is a high profile, topical theme within the world of architecture. The architects? dependence on publicity for commissions and the star system that penetrates architectural practice has led to clients increasingly demanding signature architects.This is the first book to examine the role of fame within architecture, investigating such issues such as why certain architects get knighthoods and showcasing architects profiled in Vogue and other high profile media. It shows how photography is used to influence the star system.Personalities and firms covered include Charles Jencks and his interview with Lord Foster; Diller and Scofidio?New York avante-garde architects; John Outram, now very unfashionable; and Herzog and DeMeuron of Tate Modern.The book is an entertaining and enjoyable read which is also comprehensive and theoretical. It contributes to general architectural knowledge and will become a standard undergraduate text in architecture schools.