Iconic: Modern Australian Houses 1950-2000

by Karen McCartney

Modern Australian Houses from the 50s to the 90s brings together, in a fresh new and collectible edition, the best residential projects from the previously published works 50/60/70 and 70/80/90. Completely redesigned in a new format, with revised introduction and foreword by the inimitable Kevin McCloud.

Genres: Architecture, Nonfiction

320 pages, Hardcover

Published December 3, 2019

About the author

Karen McCartney has a wealth of experience in the areas of design, art and architecture. From an Honours degree in the History of Art & English from University College London, and her first job on British magazine Art Monthly, Karen has written for British Elle Decoration and The World of Interiors. Here in Australia she edited Marie Claire Lifestyle and was founding editor of interiors magazine Inside Out where she held the position for 10 years. During her time at News Corp Australia highlights include the successful relaunch of Country Style and the development and launch of the body&soul website. In 2012 she led News Corporation Australia's push for greater content relevant to women. Karen is now editorial director of online retailer Temple & Webster. She has published two successful architecture books on iconic Australian houses, and has curated an exhibition on the subject for Sydney Living Museums.

Reviews

[Corinne Johnston · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not finished reading this, it is more of a dip in and out book. Such incredible design and amazing architects featured. This was a gift for hubby to help cope with self isolation all year, but I've enjoyed it as much. Ongoing pleasures.

[Greg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great way to get an overview of the development of architecture in Australia in the second half of the 20th century. Each house is discussed in detail and accompanied by plans and photos and the background of each architect.