Minimum

by John Pawson

A unique book that presents a wide range of images embodying the idea of reduction to a minimum to achieve clarity and simplicity, an idea which has pervaded in the conception and design of objects and buildings for millennia. The book both embodies and presents a sequence of ideas that have influenced John Pawson and other artists in their search for simplicity.

Genres: Architecture, Art, Nonfiction, Design, Reference, Photography

272 pages, Paperback

First published October 29, 1998

Reviews

[Carmen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Photographic mini-book on Minimalism by architect Pawson who adds a few comments to each pic. Chapters focus on themes such as Light, Containment, Repetition, Volume, etc. Meditative and very nicely done.

[Corentin Xa]

An index of images of simplicity, purity, calm & power

[Nat · Rating 4 out of 5]

Minimalist eye candy.