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Newport, Rhode Island - celebrated for its stunning seascapes, famous mansions, Jazz Festival, annual Flower Show and worldclass sailing - provides an enviable setting for a storied way of life. From Presidents to philanthropists, it is also known for the stylish residents who have summered and socialised here. In this fabled town where privacy is a treasured asset, Living Newport showcases both the heirs of the old guard and the "new" Newport social set; tastemakers all, they have the means and...

Features spectacular, full-color photographic imagery and insightful commentary on traditional architectural and decorative elements and styles Delves into the many varied classic Mediterranean architectural styles by categories of type, including doors and entries; windows and accessories; corbels and columns, balconies, intricate wrought iron works, and other hardware Provides a rich, informative sourcebook for design and architecture industry professionals across residential or commercial pro...

From coast to coast, the English landscape is still richly studded with castles both great and small. As homes or ruins, these historic buildings are today largely objects of curiosity. For centuries, however, they were at the heart of the kingdom's social and political life. The English Castle is a riveting architectural study that sets this legion of buildings in historical context, tracing their development from the Norman Conquest in 1066 through the civil wars of the 1640s. In this magnif...

The multiple Chinese migrations from southeastern China to Southeast Asia have had important implications for both regions. In Southeast Asia this influence can be seen in the architecturally eclectic homes these migrants and their descendants built as they became successful; homes that combined Chinese, European and local influences, especially during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Chinese Houses of Southeast Asia strives not only to be an informative but also an authoritative bo...

The Methodist campground located in the small community of Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard has been beloved by generations of visitors and residents. It was here, in the years of the Civil War, that the first clusters of small Victorian homes were constructed, replacing the temporary tent platforms that provided shelter to the faithful who had come by side-wheeler to listen to the preaching emanating from the central Tabernacle. Today, these makeshift structures have been transformed into Victor...

There are full diagrams, history, and a description for each of the Native American and settler homes, including the pueblo, longhouse, and wigwam; the log cabin, garrison house, and saltbox; and on through the Georgian, Greek Revival, false front, Queen Anne, and neomodern. Whether you're a student of architecture, a dabbler in design, a house-history buff or a novice home-buyer attempting to decipher your realtor's descriptions, Lester Walker's American Shelter has a lot to offer.

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Improve Your Ability to Read and Interpret All Types of Construction Drawings Blueprint Reading is a step-by-step guide to reading and interpreting all types of construction drawings. Filled with hundreds of illustrations and study questions, this easy-to-use resourc...

If cabins make you think of lumberjacks, of Camp Grenada, circa 1974 or of Deliverance then you need a copy of this book. Paul Bunyan would have been proud to call any of these twenty five magnificent cabins home. Each one has been designed to maximize limited living space and create a warm, appealing environment for living, relaxing, and entertaining. Full colour photographs, ground plans and sketches, and detailed technical commentaries by the architects themselves render these cabins truly in...

How did our modern ideas of physical comfort originate? This study demonstrates that changes in the technology of comfort depended on a fashion-conscious public being made to feel discomfort with surroundings they had previously preceived as functionally adequate.

Showcases architecture that's driven by a budget this book features 50 projects from Australia, New Zealand, the USA and Europe and includes new homes, kit homes and renovations. This book by Stephen Crafti showcases innovative budget-driven architecture from around the world. These new houses, extensive renovations, and kit homes illustrate how dreams can be achieved with restricted funds. Rather than attempting to fulfil endless wish lists, the architects and designers of these budget-conscio...

"Focusing on the variety and quality of materials used, these projects demonstrate that when it comes to residential design, there are few limits to what you can do, whether it's a complete knock-down and rebuild or a careful restoration... A great resource for anyone interested in modern design" - Country Home Ideas Houses Now: Material Style is a chic, modern book that showcases an eclectic range of contemporary homes, designed by an impressive selection of architects. Honing in on the variety...

Traditional residential architects are borrowing historic designs of the past and updating them for a fresh take on the American home-one that offers authentic forms while functioning for the way we live today. These houses are practical, comfortable, sustainable, and restorative. We look at all facets of the design-the architecture, interiors, and landscape-and how designers weave elements these together to create the welcoming and comfortable home for the 21st-century. Highlighted are regional...