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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Discover the fascinating life and work of Karl Langer, a pioneering modernist architect who shaped the Australian tropics. This book explores how Langer, fleeing Europe in 1939, adapted international modernist design principles to the unique climatic and social conditions of Queensland. Delve into his legacy as a case study in tropical modernism and the global dissemination of architectural ideas. Published as part of the Bloomsbury Studies in Modern Architecture series, this comprehensive study brings to light the significant contributions of an often-overlooked modernist. Key Features: * Explores Karl Langer's adaptation of modernism to tropical Australia. * Examines his legacy and impact on architectural design. * Part of the esteemed Bloomsbury Studies in Modern Architecture series. * Detailed look at tropical modernism and trans-global design dissemination. Summary for SEO: Karl Langer, Modern Architect, Migrant, Australian Tropics, Queensland, Tropical Modernism, Bloomsbury Publishing, Deborah van der Plaat, John MacArthur, English, Paperback, 328 pages, Architecture, Design.