Die captivating story of an architectural icon, the Edith Farnsworth House, envisioned by Mies van der Rohe, unfolds in this comprehensive volume. Renowned as one of modern history's most illustrious residences, this glass and steel masterpiece appears to effortlessly hover above its landscape, captivating imaginations long before its widespread accessibility.

This meticulously crafted book traces the house's inception by Mies van der Rohe, navigating through periods marked by neglect, flooding, and its acquisition by Lord Peter Palumbo. Now, under the stewardship of the National Trust for Historic Preservation for two decades, this emblem of modern architecture, commissioned by the discerning Edith Farnsworth, rightfully claims its place in the architectural canon.

Highlighting the pivotal role of client Edith Farnsworth, the book is authored and curated by Michelangelo Sabatino, an authority in modernist architecture. It features insights from architectural historian Dietrich Neumann, unpublished memoir excerpts from Edith Farnsworth, and interviews with Mies's grandson, Dirk Lohan, and the house's subsequent owner, Lord Peter Palumbo.

In collaboration with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, this publication serves as a treasure trove of cultural and visual heritage. It showcases evocative imagery by acclaimed photographers such as Hedrich Blessing, Hiroshi Sugimoto, and Annie Leibovitz, alongside documentation of artistic collaborations with luminaries like Virgil Abloh, Iñigo Manglano-Ovalle, and Gerard & Kelly.

Specifications:
- Format: Hardback

• - Size: 305 × 254 mm (12 1/64 × 10 in)
• - Pages: 256 pp
• - Illustrations: 225 illustrations