Manser Houses: Modern Houses Designed by the Manser Practice

Lavishly illustrated and deeply researched, this book celebrates the work of the architect Eric Lyons OBE (1912-1980), whose famous post-war housing - that today would be marketed as 'lifestyle housing' - is as well-loved today as it was vibrantly successful when first constructed.

Presents an essential and comprehensive Mies monograph that focuses in its analysis on Mies' design intentions: it reconstructs the buildings in their original state, examines them from the present day perspective and rediscovers the inspiring architecture of a great modern master.

This compilation of RIBA award-winning houses offers an essential source of ideas and inspiration for the contemporary British home, as well as guidance on working with architects.

The only comprehensive book on the fascinating life and work of the celebrated architectural designer, John Pawson