Serious Fun
The Landscapes of Claude Cormier
- The first comprehensive study of the milieu, ideas, and designs of Canada’s leading landscape architect
- Archival photos of the firm's work
- Stunning case design on special cream uncoated paper with a UV coated golden bone on the front
For almost 30 years Claude Cormier et Associés has designed landscapes daring in scope while earnest in execution, courting controversy while inviting public accord. Produced under the leadership of Claude Cormier, the range of these projects has spanned the creation of parks and squares, the renovation of historical landscapes, and the conversion of industrial sites. While always serious in the address of function, their designs often display a touch of humour in both method and form—in all, these are works marked by “serious fun.” It is a practice unique in Canada, arguably in the world. That people use, and may even love, these urban landscapes testifies to the pleasure afforded by their designs and the humanistic dimensions of the practice. This, the first book exclusively dedicated to the landscapes of Claude Cormier and his team, provides a broad overview of their ideas and methods with insightful discussions of selected projects and the thinking behind them.
- Publisher
- ORO Editions
- ISBN
- 9781954081017
- Published
- 24th Sep 2021
- Binding
- Hardback
- Territory
- World excluding USA, Canada, Australasia & Asia (except Japan; China non-exclusive)
- Size
- 260 mm x 203 mm
- Pages
- 288 Pages
Distributed by ACC Art Books
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