In 1956, magazine called him one of the defining “form-givers of the 20th century.” Today, (1902–1981) remains a for architects and designers alike. As a pioneer, even his earliest work was marked by a material restraint; the balance of texture, color, and shape; and a . In this essential introductory monograph, we survey Breuer’s complete career through some of his most influential projects and ideas, from his landmark to the to his innovation of , splitting living and sleeping areas into separate wings. Along the way, we follow Hungarian-born Breuer’s journey to international acclaim, with featured projects from Germany, France, England, Switzerland, and across the United States contributing to his global status as a