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Architecture
The Architecture of Sir Edwin Lutyens: Country Houses
A.S.G. Butler, with George Stewart and Christopher Hussey
Edwin Lutyens, one of the most famous architectural names of the 20th century, died in 1944. As a memorial, three large volumes of his drawings and photographs were commissioned from the thousands found in his office, and were published by Country Life. All three volumes will be republished in 2023. The first volume contains his own plans, elevations and copious details of the finest examples of his domestic buildings, on which his huge reputation principally rests. The book embodies the quintessence of the man and his work; the variety of style and design seen in the houses brings together in one volume the many strands of Lutyen’s fertile mind. Two further volumes will include his corporate and public buildings. The genius of Lutyens is now universally recognized. In the work featured in this book, we can now see not just the professionalism of a great architect, but also the loving care with which he set down the most minute detail, with the result that this is one of the few books in existence that can be used to provide working drawings.
Edwin Lutyens died in 1944. As a memorial, three large volumes of his drawings and photographs were published by Country Life. All three volumes will be republished by ACC Art Books in 2023, beginning with Country Houses, featuring his own plans, elevations and copious details of his finest domestic buildings.
9781788842181
ACC Art Books 11.75 x 15in. 300pp. May 2023 $150.00/CDN$195.00 Hardback
Newport Cottages 1835-1890 The Summer Villas Before the Vanderbilt Era
Michael C. Kathrens
In his latest contribution to America’s architectural record, Michael C. Kathrens gives house enthusiasts a superb and visually compelling account of the incredibly rich period of Newport’s luxurious 19th century summer ‘cottages’. Between 1835, when the first private house was single built exclusively for seasonal use, and 1890, scores of magnificent homes were commissioned by a burgeoning summer colony whose members were among America’s wealthiest and most prominent families, including the Schermerhorns, Lorillards, Astors, Goelets, and Joneses. The luxury and splendor of their homes, many designed on a grand scale, often rivaled that of Newport’s later Gilded Age mansions. Showcasing new architectural expressions unique to America, including the Stick and Shingle styles, these exceptional cottages displayed the mastery of their architects, whether nationally renowned firms like Peabody & Stearns and McKim, Mead & White, or local talents such as George Champlin Mason and Dudley Newton. Stunning archival and newly commissioned photography, architectural renderings, and floor plans supplement the text to fully convey this remarkable architectural legacy.
9781735600130
Bauer and Dean Publishers 9.25 x 12.25in. 400pp., 176 col., 336 b.&w. March 2023 $75.00/CDN$97.50 Hardback
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Kansas City Houses 1885-1938
Michael C. Kathrens
9780983863229
The Healthy Indoors New Challenges, New Designs
François-Luc Giraldeau
The Healthy Indoors candidly addresses the increasing need for spaces designed to serve multiple and diverse uses while promoting a culture of wellbeing and innovation. Health, wellbeing and comfort have become critical priorities in carving new spaces. Addressed through the use of carefully selected materials, systems and design strategies, these considerations are now widely implemented to augment the structures we inhabit, from our homes and workplaces to shops and healthcare centers. The Healthy Indoors provides a cleverly guided survey of projects that have successfully put the occupants’ physical and mental health at the center of their design. Laying claim to significance beyond that of aesthetics, the 45 case studies selected for this book are thoroughly presented in a way that will appeal to both professionals and enthusiasts alike.
9789492311573
Frame Publishers B.V. 7.75 x 10.25in. 272pp. January 2023 $59.00/CDN$77.00 Hardback An exciting exploration of the latest in conscious design and a vital reference tool for anyone seeking inspiration in the field.
Where We Learn Reimagining Educational Spaces
François-Luc Giraldeau
Where We Learn investigates how learning spaces are evolving to be made more engaging, flexible and all-around better suited to today’s challenges and opportunities. At one time static, spaces where learning takes place have expanded far beyond the walls of the classroom to spill into more flexible and interactive settings. Where We Learn offers some of the most novel insights into the design and performance of new environments that are better adapted to contemporary pedagogical practices. This book sheds light on over 40 projects worldwide, ranging from kindergartens, schools and universities to libraries, study cafés and museums. Geared towards readers interested in understanding the broader impact of design on the human experience, Where We Learn highlights imaginative projects while remaining grounded in practical contexts and realworld settings.
9789492311580
Frame Publishers B.V. 7.75 x 10.25in. 272pp. January 2023 $59.00/CDN$77.00 Hardback An exciting exploration of the latest in educational design, shedding light on over 40 projects worldwide, ranging from kindergartens, schools and universities to libraries, study cafés and museums.
Equestrian Life In the Hamptons
Blue Carreon
Equestrian life has an enduring appeal for many of us, but it has a special place in the hearts of Hamptonites. Written by renowned fashion and lifestyle editor, Blue Carreon — an avid equestrian who lives and breathes the Hamptons when not in Manhattan — this luxurious book is his photographic showcase of the glamorous, often exclusive, and intriguing horse-sporting life in the Hamptons. This is a place dotted by bucolic barns and exclusive stables, coexisting with the shingle-style mansions. Wending and looping through the picturesque hills and townships of the Hamptons are horseback-riding trails, world-class public and private equestrian facilities and estates, and premier blue-ribbon horse shows, polo competitions, and more.
Equestrian Life in the Hamptons offers a historic framework to the evolution of equestrian culture in the region, provides details on stables and how they are designed, barn and tack room tours, and the fashions on and off the field (both human and equine) as well as interiors inspired by all things equestrian. These pages are jam-packed with stories and interviews with not only the wealthy weekenders but with those who have devoted their life to their equine passions and the equestrian life.
9781864709452
The Images Publishing Group 10 x 12in. 232 pp. April 2023 $60.00/CDN$78.00 Hardback
Napa & Sonoma A Wine Legacy
Liza Gershman
This book is a rich visual story of Napa and Sonoma, featuring interviews with top producers from legacy wine families. Liza Gershman takes the reader on a beautiful journey of understanding each winemaker’s legacy, the history of the vineyard, how the vintners have survived decades of challenges, their successes, and how they see the future of their winery and its legacy. What sets this story apart is also a dedication to featuring beautiful imagery of the terroir, seasons, and workers who help to make the industry exist and who have done so for many years. Every glass of wine takes artistry, collaboration, and many hands. This book celebrates the process from start to finish and commends the legacy families for their dedication to preserving history, the land, and community through sustainable practices.
9781864709100
The Images Publishing Group 7.87 x 9.84in. 240pp., 350 col. May 2023 $50.00/CDN$65.00 Hardback
Cheers! Wine Cellar Design III
Edited by Artpower International
Every wine collector has a dream of building their own wine cellar to house a wide range of wines. However, designing a wine cellar is not an easy task, as it requires a variety of factors and a comprehensive understanding of wine collecting culture. This book is the third in a series of wine cellar design books, featuring recent examples of wine cellars from a number of excellent design agencies. A number of design agencies in the book have adopted innovative wine cellar designs that are unique and unconventional, and are a real eyeopener. These examples represent the latest global trends and will be of benefit to both the design agencies involved and the collectors who dream of having their own wine cellars.
9781913536947
Artpower International Publishers 9.25 x 11.375in. 240pp. Available $45.00/CDN$57.50 Hardback The third in a series of books on wine cellar design, featuring recent examples of wine cellars from a number of excellent design agencies from around the world.
Wood in Contemporary Architecture
Edited by The Images Publishing Group
Born out of traditional, rustic constructions, wood has judiciously made the transition to being among the top in the list of high-tech building materials. Adding to wood’s well-known ecological and building biology aspects, innovative timber construction technology now extends a great deal of design freedom as well, being extremely precise. Wood’s ability to enrich even the most futuristic, contemporary architecture, to impart warmth and tasteful classicism is not unknown. Using wood in combination with, or in contrast to, other materials such as metal, glass, bricks, or exposed concrete is fast becoming a design option that architects and designers are increasingly choosing for their designs. Their willingness to experiment and be bold with design is evident in the material selection, interior appointments, and aesthetic finishes of their architectural creations. Wood in Contemporary Architecture offers a unique overview of wood as a construction material for residential buildings worldwide, and also introduces architects, interior designers, and builders to the diverse characteristics of contemporary timber architecture.
This book offers a unique overview of wood as the main construction material for residential buildings worldwide, and introduces architects, interior designers, and builders to the diversity of contemporary timber architecture.
9781864709582
The Images Publishing Group 8.375 x 11in. 272pp., 300 col., 100 b.&w. March 2023 $40.00/CDN$50.00 Hardback
Benjamin Riley
The bridge has always stood as a transitional structure - not purely a work of engineering, nor simply a work of architecture. Its functional requirements are more stringent than those of the average building; it not only must stand up; it must stand up, support those who cross it, and effectively span the space over which it stands. As Samuel Johnson said, “the first excellence of a bridge is strength … for a bridge that cannot stand, however beautiful, will boast its beauty but a little while.” The Scottish architect Robert Adam (1728-92) understood these precepts well, continually building bridges that were not just structurally sound, but also aesthetically pleasing. Unlike his contemporaries, Adam did not view bridges as mere skeletons upon which to apply ornament. Rather, he sought to achieve architectural totality, incorporating his bridge designs into greater architectural programs, thereby producing aesthetically pleasing and contextually specific designs.
9781916355477
Triglyph Books 9.75 x 8in. 156pp., 110 col. January 2023 $60.00/CDN$78.00 Hardback The Bridges of Robert Adam: A Fanciful and Picturesque Tour takes the reader across Britain, shedding new light on an understudied aspect of the great architect’s career.
Courtyard Houses of India
Yatin Pandya
In ancient Indian sciences, the courtyard assumes the central position as Brahmasthana, the nucleus of the living environment. In this book, the author traces the metaphysical, mythical, socio-cultural, environmental and spatial roles of the courtyard in the domestic architecture of India — from early civilization and Vedic times to Islamic and colonial influences. This volume documents traditional and vernacular courtyard dwelling types across India within diverse climatic, cultural as well as geographic zones of the country. It then discerns the spatial elements constituting the court, and the arts and crafts as well as the elements integral to the court. Illustrated with splendid photographs and representative drawings, the book attempts to understand the presence and resolution, continued use and adaptation as well as the diverse interpretations and abstractions of the courtyard.
9789385360091
Mapin Publishing Gp Pty Ltd 10 x 10in. 468pp., 352 col., 333 line drawings, 18 maps November 2022 $75.00/CDN$100.00 Hardback This one-of-a-kind volume documents the various types of courtyards in vernacular architecture across India, with informative commentary and more than 500 illustrations, photographs and maps.
