A highly visual monograph of plans and concept drawings from the Armet Davis Newlove firm, the creator of what became known as 'Googie Modern.'
Googie Modern: Architectural Drawings of Armet Davis Newlove highlights the never-before-seen architectural drawings of Armet Davis Newlove — the trio dubbed the 'fathers of Googie.' Beloved by architectural historians, enthusiasts, and casual passers-by, their atomic-age coffee shops, diners, and restaurants are iconic in Southern California — the Googie look that spread across the nation. The drawings show the firm’s high-concept designs, and demonstrate how Googie captured the culture of the time, and gave the US innovative, practical, gorgeous monuments of everyday life. Text by renowned architectural historian Alan Hess places Armet Davis Newlove and Googie architecture atop the highest echelon of mid-century modern design and architectural history. Author/designer Michael Murphy brings the work to life, showcasing the fabulous drawings as important mid-century artwork.
