Golden Revelation: A Study of the Pritzker Architecture Prize

Author: Yang Xiaolong (Editor-in-Chief)
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: The Pritzker Architecture Prize, established in 1979, is an authoritative award in the international architectural community and is often referred to as the "Nobel Prize of Architecture." This book introduces the design philosophies and achievements of 29 award-winning masters from 1979 to 2005, serving as a window to understand the architectural trends of the second half of the 20th century and the early 21st century. The book systematically discusses the production background of the Pritzker Architecture Prize; the architectural careers and achievements of the winners; a comparative analysis of the Pritzker Architecture Prize with other major architectural awards; and an analysis and comparison of the winning architects. It explores the reasons behind the authority and fairness of the Pritzker Architecture Prize, delves into its successful award selection model, and offers direct reference value for the organizational and management work of architectural awards at various levels domestically (including architectural design competitions and bids). This book is an excellent guide and reference for students and faculty in architectural academies, as well as for other professionals in architectural design and the architectural field. It can also serve as a reference and source of inspiration for civil servants in relevant government agencies.