Drama - by David Rockwell & Bruce Mau (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A celebration of the work of contemporary architect David Rockwell, who works at the intersection of architecture and performance<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>A celebration of the work of contemporary architect David Rockwell, who works at the intersection of architecture and performance</b></p><p>This unique insight into the projects and philosophy of renowned architect and Tony Award-winning set designer David Rockwell explores the remarkable range of his work, from restaurants and hotels to museums and Broadway stages. It is the first book to shine a spotlight on the relationship between architecture and performance and features contributions from leading voices and talents in fields as diverse as architecture, lighting design, and the culinary arts.</p><p>David Rockwell's fascination with theater has long informed his built work. <i>Drama</i> explores the core principles that Rockwell uses to enhance the impact of his architecture, with contributions from experts across the creative world - from record producer Quincy Jones to chef José Andrés. It's both an exciting new insight into the work of an important contemporary architect and a compelling case for the virtues of interdisciplinary collaboration.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>Full of arresting images... Infused throughout the book is a relentlessly optimistic view that life can be made better and more beautiful if we start by simply designing better spaces, especially where people meet. - <i>Associated Press</i></p><p>Get a behind-the-scenes peek into how some of the world's most spectacular sets come to fruition - <i>Elle Decor</i></p><p>What most distinguishes David Rockwell's work is its theatricality - its staging, scripting and razzamatazzing - and this book makes the point that, like spectacle, the ephemeral heightens the emotional impact of real life. - <i>Design Observer</i></p><p>As its striking blue, curtain-like cover suggests, <i>Drama</i> embodies the excitement and anticipation of the theater. It is both a definitive collection of Rockwell Group's works and a compelling manifesto for multi-disciplinary collaboration. It distils the magic inherent in both theater and architecture and encourages us to look at creativity in a more personal, human-centered way. - <i>Broadway World</i></p><p><i>Drama</i> takes you on a journey of the art of imagining the drama of design. - Julie Taymor, director and writer of theater, opera and film</p><p>David Rockwell captures, in words, the way architecture on stage can place you in a moment in time - the same way seeing the sweep of the Brooklyn Bridge can evoke breathtaking drama. He explains it, and you sigh and say, 'Yea, that's exactly right. I get it.' - Whoopi Goldberg</p><p>For the <i>Soundtrack of America</i> concert series [featured in <i>Drama</i>] that launched at The Shed NYC, David Rockwell and Adam Stockhausen designed a raw set that welcomed and united audiences and artists. - Steve McQueen</p><p>David Rockwell is a great leader and a great inspiration in the field of architecture, design, theatre design, and, well, you name it. He is a voracious creator, but he is an equally great listener with boundless curiosity. <i>Drama</i> shows you all sides of this great talent. - Frank Gehry</p><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>David Rockwell</b>, FAIA, is the founder and President of Rockwell Group, an acclaimed architecture and design firm with offices in New York, Los Angeles and Madrid, specializing in cultural, hospitality, educational, and set design.</p><p><b>Bruce Mau</b> is the founder of Bruce Mau Studio and co-founder of Massive Change Network, a holistic design collective based in Chicago.</p><p><b>Sam Lubell</b> has written 10 books about architecture, including several for Phaidon and Monacelli.</p>
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