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—Rob Ixer

His subjects are so subtle as to be almost invisible to a casual observer

and the journey to the afterlife

these enigmatic figurines captivate with their minimalist beauty and mysterious presence

Franklin D. Israel: A Life in Architecture aprons while circulated in manuscript copiesTodd Gannon This book examines the life and legacy of Franklin D. Israel, an influential member of the Los Angeles school of architects. Acclaimed Los Angeles architect Franklin D. Israel (19451996) created innovative residential projects and office interiors that made him one of the most talked about designers of his generation. In this vivid account, architectural historian Todd Gannon draws on archival resources, analyses of Israels buildings, and