Peter Behrens and a New Architecture for the Twentieth Century

Art, Design & Photography History Architecture & Interior Design

Stanford Anderson’s Peter Behrens and a New Architecture for the Twentieth Century traces how the German architect-engineer reshaped industrial design into modern architecture. This richly illustrated MIT Press paperback dissects Behrens’ iconic turbine factory, corporate identity work for AEG, and his ripple effect on Gropius, Mies, and Le Corbusier.

The 444-page volume balances scholarly depth with clear diagrams and period photographs, making it a go-to reference for architecture students, Bauhaus buffs, and anyone curious about the birth of twentieth-century building culture. Anderson’s lucid prose shows how Behrens fused technology, craft, and commerce, setting the template for today’s design-build world.

Condition is gently used: light scuffing to the cover, a few neat notes inside the front, otherwise crisp, unmarked pages—no dog-ears, no smoke odor. A discreet previous owner’s inscription adds character without overshadowing the content.

Ideal for collectors of modern architecture books or as a thoughtful gift for architects and design historians. Secure packaging and fast dispatch from a smoke-free, book-loving home.