Modernist Scotland: 150 Post-war Buildings and Places 1950-1980

Primary Author or Creator:
Bruce Peter
Publisher:
The Modernist Society
Alternative Published Date
2025
Category:
Type of Resource:
Book
Length (Pages, words, minutes etc...)
214pp
Fast Facts

This volume represents the most comprehensive study to date of the revolutionary architectural movement that transformed Scotland's built environment in the decades following World War II. 

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The book reveals how architects in Scotland embraced modernist principles while responding to local contexts, materials, and social needs, creating a distinctive architectural identity that bridged international movement with regional character. Each building is presented with detailed analysis, historical context, and high-quality photography that captures both the bold vision of the era and the current state of these structures.

English