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The Council House: The International Conference Center Of S.c. Johnson And Son, Inc., Racine, Wisconsin Prose Books by Lee Nordness (editor).

Synopsis

Title: The Council House: The International Conference Center Of SC Johnson And Son
Author/Publisher: Lee Nordness (Editor), Perimeter Press
Publication Year: 1980
Format: Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket

This significant volume, edited by Lee Nordness, explores 'The Council House,' the International Conference Centre of S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. located in Racine, Wisconsin. Published in 1980, it serves as a non-fiction record of this prominent corporate structure.

As a pivotal work in the Art & Culture genre with a distinct focus on Architecture, the book delves into the design and purpose of this distinctive hub for international dialogue within a major American enterprise.

• Architectural Design: Examine the detailed design and structural elements of The Council House, a notable example of late 20th-century corporate architecture. The book likely presents insights into the planning and execution of its unique form.
• Corporate Patronage: Understand the vision behind S.C. Johnson & Son's investment in such a prestigious international conference centre. This publication illuminates the company's commitment to fostering global collaboration through its built environment.
• Visual Documentation: Benefit from the comprehensive illustrations accompanying the text, providing visual insight into the building's aesthetic, interior spaces, and its role as a functional international meeting place, essential for an architectural study.

A valuable addition for collectors of architectural monographs, corporate history, and those with an interest in the intersection of art, culture, and industrial design, this book offers a focused look at a specific and notable building.

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This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.

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