ŁÓDZKI MODERNISM AND OTHER TRENDS IN PRE-WAR ARCHITECTURE

Discover the architectural gems of Łódź from the interwar period! Joanna Olenderek's book is a fascinating journey through the history of Łódź Modernism and other architectural trends that shaped this city. Learn about the fates of outstanding architects and builders who created the unique landscape of Łódź, and discover how their works influenced the identity of its inhabitants.

• Detailed analysis of Łódź's housing estates and residential buildings
• Characterization of housing colonies, metropolitan tenement houses, villas, and townhouses
• Interpretation of the artistic value and significance of the presented buildings
• Description of the beginnings of construction that takes into account the needs of various social groups
• Presentation of the cultural mosaic of interwar Łódź
• Fates of architects and builders whose work co-creates the identity of Łódź residents

In the second volume of her book, Joanna Olenderek continues the description of the architecture of Łódź Modernism, focusing on the characteristics of housing estates and residential buildings. The author interprets the artistic value and significance of the presented buildings, their role in the spatial structure of the city. This book is not only a guide to architecture but also a story about the people who created it and about the city that gained a unique character thanks to them.

Księży Młyn Dom Wydawniczy, the publisher of this publication, has ensured high editorial quality. The hardcover binding and the 21x29.5 cm format make the book look elegant and pleasant to use. The number of pages (204) guarantees rich content and many hours of fascinating reading. It is the perfect gift for architecture enthusiasts, the history of Łódź, and anyone who wants to get to know this city better.

It is also important to mention the importance of architecture in shaping local identity. The buildings that surround us influence our perception of the world and our sense of belonging. Joanna Olenderek's book helps to understand how Łódź's architecture has influenced the identity of Łódź residents and how it continues to shape it. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to better understand Łódź and its inhabitants.

This publication is not only a description of buildings but also an attempt to save from oblivion the fates of the people who created them. Many of them are outstanding architects and builders whose names are not widely known today. Thanks to Joanna Olenderek's book, their work is remembered and appreciated. It is a tribute to their talent and contribution to the development of Łódź.