The stunning coffee-table book "Blakstad: Ibiza Houses" is the definitive monograph on the ideas and work of Canadian-born (of Norwegian descent), Florence-trained, Ibiza-based architect Rolph Blakstad.
The fusion of Ibizan traditions with modern function, form and taste is the hallmark of Blackstad's projects, which aimed to preserve the island's cultural significance within contemporary architecture. Rolph Blackstad studied Ibizan architecture exhaustively when it was still a living millennial tradition, with peasant builders working with rules passed down orally from father to son. The architect's study of these builders formed the basis of his research, design and construction for more than 40 years.
"In the architecture of Ibiza, the phrase 'a house by Blakstad' has become an abbreviation for beauty and quality, with a reputation built on excellence." - MOKUMO.
This interior design and architecture book, with photography by Conrad White, is a tribute to Blackstad's work in the wake of his recent death. In it, the reader discovers an unbroken tradition dating back to distant origins; design based on historic Mediterranean architecture, combining style and construction techniques to suit contemporary lifestyles.
Specifications
Title: Blakstad: Ibiza Houses
Publisher: Loft Publications
Size: 265 x 265 x 32 mm
Size: 296 pages
Weight: 1871 grams
Language: English
Material: Hardcover
ISBN: 9788499361741
