Lido
a dip into outdoor swimming pools: the history, design and people behind them
$73.09
- Hardcover
208 pages
- Release Date
6 August 2020
Summary
Dive In: A Celebration of Lido Culture and Design
A captivating exploration of outdoor swimming, “Dive In” delves into the history, design, and architecture of lidos, while also examining their unique social dynamics. The sleek and elegant 1930s architecture of these pools evokes a sense of speed and efficiency, creating public spaces where everyone is equalized.
Beginning with the grand origins of lidos after the Victorian era, the book traces their decline in popularity du…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781849945844 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1849945845 |
| Author: | Christopher Beanland |
| Publisher: | Pavilion Books |
| Imprint: | Batsford Ltd |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 208 |
| Release Date: | 6 August 2020 |
| Weight: | 1.17kg |
| Dimensions: | 276mm x 216mm x 24mm |
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About The Author
Christopher Beanland
Christopher Beanland is a journalist and author who specialises in architecture and travel writing. He is the author of Concrete Concept: Brutalist buildings around the world and writes regularly for The Guardian, The Independent, The Telegraph and Mr Porter.
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