Architecture for Cars

Christopher Beanland's 'Architecture for Cars' explores how the automobile has profoundly shaped modern architecture and urban landscapes.

The book examines the rise of 'car-citecture,' a design style that emerged strongly after World War II, with cities rebuilt around the car.

It covers a range of car-centric designs, from brutalist car parks to drive-in cinemas and roadside attractions.

Beanland highlights the optimistic phase of car architecture in Southern California, featuring modernist banks designed for drive-up service.

The book also looks at car architecture in other parts of the world, including the UK and Australia.