GOLDEN GATE BRIDGEHistory and Design of an Icon

Donald MacDonald and Ira Nadel

Nine million people visit the Golden Gate Bridge every year. In this delightful and informative volume, Donald MacDonald, the first architect to work on this iconic bridge since its completion in 1937, and noted author Ira Nadel reveal the historical inspirations behind the Golden Gate Bridge's elegant lines and shapes. Drawn on influences as diverse as Mayan architecture and Art Deco, the original design sought to build a structure that would be timeless. MacDonald's charming illustrations and Nader’s accessible text show how all these details came together to create an architectural landmark that millions of people marvel at each year. From the origins of its stunning International Orange color to a peek into its bright future, Golden Gate Bridge tells the story of this beloved monument, in all its details and soaring grandeur.

2008 / 144 pp / 81 color / 978-0-8118-6337-7 / hc / $16.95