Louis I. Kahn: Houses

by Yutaka Saito

Graceful detail, simple materials, abstract forms, monumentality; common elements to KahnÂ’s architecture known for his large scale buildings throughout North America, India and Bangladesh. But less known, are his house designs. In total 20 private house plans (not including renovations) were designed by Kahn. Nine of these were realized and are profiled here; interior and exterior serenely pictured in both full page spreads. Also includes 3 extra essays and a fold out with plans of Kahn's buildings.

144 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2003

Reviews

[Ron · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had always admired the near by Salk Institute, but never realized that Kahn designed such marvelous homes. Interesting history and beautiful photos. The best part was the chapter written by the client Norman & Doris Fisher on their 7 year relationship with Kahn. I was also impressed at the care & maintenance of the cypress wood siding of their home.

[LI Yisi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lots of beautiful diagrams and drawings, friendly to architecture students😂

Especially inspired by the Fisher House. It’s amazing that Kahn can do so much things within two diagonally placed rectangles. Also his attitude towards light, window, fireplace, room, and houses.