Patterns of Home: The Ten Essentials of Enduring Design

Max Jacobson

ISBN 10: 1561585335 / ISBN 13: 9781561585335

Edité par The Taunton Press, 2002

Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. N° de réf. du vendeur G1561585335I4N01

Synopsis :

Clearly written and profusely illustrated, this book brings the timeless lessons of residential design to homeowners who seek inspiration and direction in the design or remodelling of their homes. This is destined to become the design bible for architects and stylish homeowners. The simple patterns described in this book will make the difference between a home that satisfies only the material needs of the owners and one that satisfies the essence of home. Colour photographs, drawings and simple analogies clarify the design concepts so that homeowners can use the same design tools as architects to evaluate the potential of a home for purchase. * A ground breaking book that offers innovative, thought-provoking design essentials that shape and define a well-crafted home. * Visually rich book that translates timeless design concepts into 10 classic enduring patterns - Inhabiting the site - Creating rooms, inside & out - - Sheltering roof - Capturing light - Parts in proportion - - The flow through the rooms - Private edges, common core - - Refuge and outlook - Places in between - Composing with materials -

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Patterns of Home: The Ten Essentials of ...
Éditeur : The Taunton Press
Date d'édition : 2002
Reliure : Hardcover
Etat : Very Good
Etat de la jaquette : No Jacket