A groundbreaking global survey of the finest mid-20th-century homes - one of the most popular styles of our time A fascinating collection of more than 400 of the world's most glamorous homes from more than 290 architects, the Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Houses showcases work by such icons as Marcel Breuer, Richard Neutra, Alvar Aalto, and Oscar Niemeyer alongside extraordinary but virtually unknown houses in Australia, Africa, and Asia. A thoroughly researched, comprehensive appraisal, this book...
Wallington, Northumberland (National Trust Guidebooks)
by Raleigh Trevelyan
Simplicity isn't just a matter of taste in Japan - it's part of the culture. But within that aesthetic there is much diversity. This photographic sampling of Tokyo's apartments attempts to display that diversity. The clutter-free rooms in this collection are filled with muted colours and natural objects; traditional materials such as rice paper, tatami, wood, ceramics and stone are made use of. These are combined with objects such as - a whimsical chair, a rock garden set into the floor, an Art...
The authors of FInnish Summer Houses turn their attention to the residential architecture of Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto (1898-1976), who was among the first and most influential architects of Nordic modernism. Aalto, who is also known for his furniture and glassware, worked in a unique style that blended modernism and traditional vernacular architecture and was characterized by his use of natural materials and organic forms. During the course of a career spanning over fifty years...
This is the first book in recent years devoted to the Georgian villa in the British Isles. It addresses the fundamental themes of the architectural and intellectual tradition of the villa, the diversity of its design, location and use, and the problems of definition and typology. Images of the villa - real or imagined, written or visual - are shown to reveal much about contemporary attitudes. The role of Andrea Palladio, one of the key players in the promotion of villa culture, is reexamined thr...
Stowe was built to display power and influence and some of the most famous British architects were instrumental in its creation, making it one of the most important houses in the country. The building of Stowe was begun in 1676; over the next century it developed into one of Europe's greatest classical houses, visited by European and Russian royalty. Surrounded by magnificent landscaped gardens, the estate still inspires awe in visitors today. Numerous famous architects worked on its constructi...
International Design Yearbook 12 presents an international collection of the five major areas of domestic design -- furniture, lighting, tableware, textiles, and products -- created over the past year by both well-known designers and new talent. Internationally acclaimed designer Philippe Starck made this year's selection. Starck's interest in confronting established ideas as much as solving design problems leads him to an innovative and original view of the best design around the world. The cha...
Another 100 of the World's Best Houses
by Antique Collectors' Club
Featuring 350 pages of spectacular designs from around the globe in breathtaking full-colour photography with accompanying explanatory drawings - the ultimate companion to best selling title 100 of the World's Best Houses. Designed by some the world's leading architects, the homes featured in this visually spectacular title are works of art, as beautiful as they are innovative and practical. Built in some of the most inspiring and challenging locations in the world, these houses boast an astonis...
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area in California, the classically trained architects of John Malick and Associates draw from numerous historical styles, including English Arts and Crafts, Mediterranean, and Georgian Colonial. Each project reflects the spirit of a unique time and place, while also addressing current needs and budgets. The projects featured in this monograph abandon the modern idiom and return to a time when buildings reflected noble achievements, pastoral visions, and sacred res...
American Country Houses of the Gilded Age (Sheldon's "Artistic Country-Seats") (Dover Architecture)
by A. Lewis
Now in its 3rd edition, the bestselling Ecohouse continues to be both a technical guide and an inspiration for thousands of architects, designers and eco-builders all over the world. As the need to slow climate change becomes increasingly urgent, growing numbers of people are looking to dramatically reduce the carbon footprint of their buildings by using more ecologically sound techniques. Ecohouse provides design information about the latest low-impact materials and technologies, showcasing th...
The Tuscan house, whether a simple homestead or expansive villa, has become one of the most sought-after living environments. Its design is virtually unchanged since the Middle Ages, when landowners in the golden hills of Tuscany built country retreats with gardens, porticoes, and loggias. The landowners often drew upon the natural resources of the region--and it is these materials that give the Tuscan house its unique character. "Tuscan Elements" brings to life the colors, textures, and aesthe...
