FILLIA, Luigi (1904-1936). Gli ambienti della nuova architettura. Turin: UTET, 1935. First edition of this key work on Rationalist architecture, bringing together texts by leading Italian architects of the period, including Ponti, Munari, Pagano, Depero, Libera, Sartoris, among others. The preface, titled La nuova architettura e la plastica murale, was written by Filippo Tommaso Marinetti. Folio (318 x 237mm). 10 colour plates and 471 illustrations in the text, largely photographic; internally in excellent condition. Publisher's illustrated hardcover binding designed by Guido Fiorini, with photomontage on white and blue background (small losses to joints and at head of spine). (1)