Per Arnoldi Libri

For over a decade, celebrated Copenhagen artist Per Arnoldi has collaborated with renowned London architect Norman Foster. Arnoldi's work encompasses everything from posters of Foster's buildings to targeted color interventions in interior spaces, culminating in a comprehensive "chromatic concept" for large new structures. His color selections not only enhance the atmosphere but also provide clear navigation for users within the spaces. This book systematically documents the full range of their collaboration, featuring projects such as the Commerzbank in Frankfurt, the Reichstag in Berlin, Imperial College in London, HM Treasury in London, National Police Monument in London, Arag Tower in Düsseldorf, World Port Center in Rotterdam, and Decaux's headquarters in London. Specially taken photographs capture the unique interplay between space and color, showcasing the specific qualities of each project. Arnoldi's contributions reflect a deep understanding of how color can influence architectural experience, making this documentation an essential resource for those interested in the intersection of art and architecture.

Per Arnoldi (*1941 in Copenhagen) is active in many areas of the fine arts and in his homeland Denmark he is a well-known figure in public life. His works are widely represented in the permanent collections of many important museums including the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Arnoldi collaborates regularly with the architect Norman Foster and consequently he was responsible for the colour concept at the Reichstag in Berlin. He has also achieved international acclaim and admiration as a designer of posters, which convey their messages through a compelling visual simplicity which rises above the banal yet focusses on the essentials. Illustrated in four colours throughout, this book documents and comments on the highlights of his work from the mid 1970s to his most current projects.