Publisher Description

Travel through the history of architecture in The LEGO Architect. You'll learn about styles like Art Deco, Modernism, and High-Tech, and find inspiration in galleries of LEGO models. Then take your turn building 12 models in a variety of styles. Snap together some bricks and learn architecture the fun way!

Author Biography

Tom Alphin is a UX Program Manager at Microsoft and a passionate LEGO fan. He maintains a blog about LEGO and other things at tomalphin.com

Table of Contents

Preface
A Brief History of Architecture
Chapter 1: Neoclassical
Chapter 2: Prairie
Chapter 3: Art Deco
Chapter 4: Modernism
Chapter 5: Brutalism
Chapter 6: Postmodern
Chapter 7: High-Tech
Chapter 8: Builder's Guide
Photo Credits
Bibliography
Index

Review

"Stunning...be the Corbusier of LEGO."
—Wall Street Journal

"As educational as it is fun, The LEGO Architect is full of bite-sized portions of architectural history, beginning with the first use of columns in ancient Egypt, back when they weren't tiny and plastic."
—The Huffington Post

"For many budding architects the first step on the road to blueprints and T-squares is a trip to the toy store. The models are sure to motivate future architects—or future LEGO artists—to get building."
—Architectural Digest

"The LEGO Architect has sucked me in for hours, and I can't wait to build all of the plans."
—GeekDad

"This is likely one of the most useful books that I will ever own. Any of the LEGO-themed books from No Starch Press are as beautiful as they are practical."
—Forbes

"A handy manual to get the architecture enthusiast thinking about historic styles in commercial architecture...near perfect."
—About.com Architecture

"An inspirational showcase of architectural designs re-created with LEGOs...reconnect with the satisfaction of building something block by block."
—The Wirecutter

"The perfect book to turn your childhood LEGO® collection into a legitimate (and seriously fun) adult pastime."
—Finn MacLeod, Arch Daily

Review Quote

"Stunning...be the Corbusier of LEGO."--Wall Street Journal "As educational as it is fun, The LEGO Architect is full of bite-sized portions of architectural history, beginning with the first use of columns in ancient Egypt, back when they weren't tiny and plastic."--The Huffington Post

Description for Sales People

A unique take on the topic of building and architecture that offers a fun and quirky primer like no other on the market. Has been well received by LEGO fans and architects alike, this book has broad appeal for builders everywhere. Covers major buildings and art styles from the Chylser Building to Lever House, Neoclassical style to sixties Brutalism. Online bonus content from the author's website extends the value of the book & provides resources for serious builders.

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