Patterns of Home: The Ten Essentials of Enduring Design

Jacobson, Max; Silverstein, Murray; Winslow Barbara

ISBN 10: 1561585335 / ISBN 13: 9781561585335

Edité par Taunton Press, 2002

First edition. An exceptional copy. 2002 Large Hardcover. 288 pp. The key to creating a house that is memorable, satisfying, and enduring is to apply a group of design concepts--or "patterns"--that focus on the experience of being in a home. In this groundbreaking work, internationally respected architects Max Jacobson, Murray Silverstein, and Barbara Winslow present the ten essential patterns that shape and define a well-crafted home. Patterns explore the presence of light, the relationship between indoors and out, the flow through rooms, and the feel of one space as you are sitting in another. N° de réf. du vendeur 2337886

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 : Taunton Press
Date d'édition : 2002
Reliure : Large Hardcover
Etat : Near Fine
Etat de la jaquette : Near Fine
Edition : First Edition.