R M Schindler

“R. M. Schindler: Architect of West Coast Modernism” celebrates the enduring legacy of Rudolph Michael Schindler, a visionary architect whose groundbreaking designs continue to captivate and inspire admirers around the world. Renowned for masterpieces like the Schindler-Chace House and the Lovell Beach House, Schindler’s innovative approach to architecture left an indelible mark on the landscape of 20th-century modernism.

Born in Vienna and later apprenticing with Frank Lloyd Wright, Schindler’s journey took him from Europe to the West Coast of the United States, where he made profound contributions to the burgeoning modernist movement. This comprehensive volume, accompanying the first major retrospective of Schindler’s work, offers a compelling portrait of his life and career, featuring rare drawings and photographs that have never before been published.

Spanning Schindler’s formative years in Vienna to his pioneering endeavors in West Coast modernism, the book provides insight into his creative process and the evolution of his design philosophy. With contributions from leading architectural scholars and historians, it offers a nuanced understanding of Schindler’s genius and his enduring impact on architectural practice.

As praise from renowned architects like Frank O. Gehry and Philip Johnson attests, Schindler’s influence transcends time and place, making this book an essential addition to the library of anyone interested in the evolution of modern architecture and the legacy of one of its most visionary practitioners.