The following are a few of the books that inspire Alan Abrams, along with his comments.
"Light years ago, Stewart Brand created the Whole Earth Catalog. More recently, he provided us with this inspired examination of the evolution of buildings, as they progress through time, and are modified by changes in technology and culture."
"A work by an intuitive, self trained urbanist, on the relationship between the built environment and society. As fresh and instructive as it was when published, nearly two generations ago."
"I first learned about Ando when he was awarded the Pritzker Prize, it blew me away to learn that he also is self trained. Ando challenges us with contradiction, creating the most sensual and spiritual space with the most severe and unyielding materials—and light."
"Pure eye candy. A rationale for using color, the most emotional element in architecture, based on subtlety and drawing from nature."
