09/15/2026
On January 8, 1979, Philip Johnson, often regarded as the grandfather of postmodernism, became the last architect to grace the cover of Time magazine. The issue marked a turning point in architectural history, declaring, “The 1970s were the decade in which Modernism died.” Johnson, who had once championed modernism, was now leading its stylistic departure with his bold embrace of postmodernism. This cover story signified the end of an era, while Johnson’s role in reshaping architecture through iconic works like the AT&T Building was just beginning.