Burgenland Modern: Discover a masterpiece of architecture history!

Burgenland Modern: Discover a masterpiece of architecture history!

Europaplatz 1, 7000 Eisenstadt, Österreich - A remarkable work that captures the colorful building history of Burgenland was recently published by the architectural researchers Johann Gallis and Albert Kirchengast. The book "Burgenland Modern" presents in 100 selected portraits in an impressive way the diversity of the "built identity" of this region. State Councilor Heinrich Dorner presented the book and explained that the eventful history of the Burgenland left numerous traces in the landscape and in the architecture. "Every building and all freedom shape our lives and are part of our villages," he emphasized at the presentation in the state parliament of Eisenstadt, as reported by the Burgenland State Media Service.

The book is not only a visual enjoyment with 800 color images, but also offers profound insights into various topics such as Viennese modernism, Burgenland brutalism and rural postmodernism in seven essays. In addition to the 100 buildings that reflect the architecture development from 1921 to 2021, it describes the creative freedom of the architects and the cultural heritage of the region. An ambitious goal is to encourage readers to think about a future building culture in Burgenland and to promote a quality in the construction that is desirable for space.

A new chapter for Burgenland's architecture

From now on, "Burgenland Modern" is available from Birkhäuser and specialist book trade and offers a perfect mix of architectural instructions and scientific reference work. Readers can look forward to a comprehensive representation of the Burgenland building culture, which is enriched with historical documents and illustrations, reports Becker.de . The essential aspects of architecture make the book a unique compendium for architecture and Burgenland lovers and represents a valuable resource for future construction projects.