First edition of this first monograph on the celebrated and influential mid-century architect Donald Wexler, focusing on his pioneering use of steel in desert architecture for projects like prefabricated homes, commercial structures including the Palm Springs Airport, and residences for high-profile clients like Walt Disney and Dinah Shore. Published in conjunction with an exhibition held from January 29-May 29, 2011 at the Palm Springs Art Museum. Wexler’s innovative, sustainable designs adapted to the desert climate made him a key figure in the postwar development of Palm Springs and in California modernism in general. With essays by Lauren Weiss Bricker and Sidney Williams and an interview with Donald Wexler. 4to (11.5” x 9.75”), photographic fold-over wrappers, 132 pages, b/w and color photographs, renderings, and diagrams throughout. With a project list and bibliography at the end. Very minor rubbing to the covers, otherwise near fine. A lovely copy of this surprisingly scarce work.
First edition of this first monograph on the celebrated and influential mid-century architect Donald Wexler, focusing on his pioneering use of steel in desert architecture for projects like prefabricated homes, commercial structures including the Palm Springs Airport, and residences for high-profile clients like Walt Disney and Dinah Shore. Published in conjunction with an exhibition held from January 29-May 29, 2011 at the Palm Springs Art Museum. Wexler’s innovative, sustainable designs adapted to the desert climate made him a key figure in the postwar development of Palm Springs and in California modernism in general. With essays by Lauren Weiss Bricker and Sidney Williams and an interview with Donald Wexler. 4to (11.5” x 9.75”), photographic fold-over wrappers, 132 pages, b/w and color photographs, renderings, and diagrams throughout. With a project list and bibliography at the end. Very minor rubbing to the covers, otherwise near fine. A lovely copy of this surprisingly scarce work.
