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 Its a keeper! March 9, 2005
Scott Pointon (Crest Hill, IL United States)
48 out of 48 found this review helpful
As a librarian and a lover of Arts & Crafts style, I recommend this book to all who desire a peek at some fantastic Bungalow interiors. The color photography is stunning and that material which is covered is covered well. Though the pictures will be enticing to anyone fond of this architecture, I consider the text to be aimed at newbies. Having said that, the chapter on "What Style is Your Home" describing basic architectural hallmarks of various Bungalows is especially well written, albeit very basic.
At merely 186 pages, there are five chapters that lighly cover everything from Bungalow architecture to woodwork and interior details. There are even chapters that deal with making a Bungalow livable in the modern world ("Finding and Creating Space" & "Today's Classic Interior")
Whether you are seeking a coffee table book of beautiful photographs or are just beginning to research this topic, I highly recommend this book.
Beautifully Illustrated From All Across America February 8, 2005
John Matlock (Winnemucca, NV)
28 out of 29 found this review helpful
Nearly every small town or big city has a district of bungalow style houses built around the time of the first world war. In recent years these houses, often in tree lined neighborhoods that are nearby downtime, convenient to schools, libraries, universities, shopping and medical care have begun to be restored to their original condition and have upgraded their surrounding areas to a more gentrified/desirable locale.
This book, primarily of beautiful interior photographs shows how these houses must have looked when they were built, and how they can be remodeled with a sense of style and still have the conveniences of a modern kitchen built in. The author is president of a Boston based interior design firm that specializes in historic restoration that is still appropriate for modern living.
The illustrations in this book cover a wide range of styles from all over the country. It is an invaluable reference to anyone considering the restoration of a bungalow style house.
Impressive book November 23, 2007
Jean P. Murphy (Wolfeboro NH USA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
My wife and I appreciated this detailed book and incorporated many ideas we found in our new (old) residence
Great Idea Book January 15, 2007
John W. Taylor (Vancouver, BC Canada)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
If you are planning any kind work where you are going using allot of wood this is a great book, it is full of ideas. The photos have great detail. One of best books I have on Craftsman/Arts& Crafts interiors.
Good book!! March 12, 2007
J. A. Davies (Marion, UT)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is a good book if you are looking at remodeling a craftman type home or if you are planning to build one. I did like some of the idea's and the pictures.
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