Poetry of Place
The New Architecture and Interiors of McAlpine
By Bobby McAlpine, Susan Sully | Publisher: Rizzoli
About the book
An appealing approach to creating dwellings blending vernacular styles, fine craftsmanship, and indigenous materials.
This volume features the recent projects of McAlpine, one of the country’s most highly respected architecture and interior design firms, renowned for its timeless houses exemplifying the charm and elegance of traditional and vernacular English, American, and European styles blended with a modern sensibility.
Following from their first book, The Home Within Us, this book profiles twenty stunning projects, from a stone tower folly standing in the gardens of a Tudor-style house to a humble yet elegant wooden lakeside retreat. Through his poetic voice, Bobby McAlpine narrates the story of each residence, pointing out its unique qualities. Featured are an exotic Florida Panhandle beach house; a Tuscan-style horse farm; a rambling Colonial Revival compound; and a miniature European manor house, among others. These dwellings are classically understated and welcoming. With its gorgeous photography of inspiring interiors and exteriors, Poetry of Place will appeal to those interested in design romancing the past.
Editions of Poetry of Place
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780847860340
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An appealing approach to creating dwellings blending vernacular styles, fine craftsmanship, and indigenous materials.
This volume features the recent projects of McAlpine, one of the country’s most highly respected architecture and interior design firms, renowned for its timeless houses exemplifying the charm and elegance of traditional and vernacular English, American, and European styles blended with a modern sensibility.
Following from their first book, The Home Within Us, this book profiles twenty stunning projects, from a stone tower folly standing in the gardens of a Tudor-style house to a humble yet elegant wooden lakeside retreat. Through his poetic voice, Bobby McAlpine narrates the story of each residence, pointing out its unique qualities. Featured are an exotic Florida Panhandle beach house; a Tuscan-style horse farm; a rambling Colonial Revival compound; and a miniature European manor house, among others. These dwellings are classically understated and welcoming. With its gorgeous photography of inspiring interiors and exteriors, Poetry of Place will appeal to those interested in design romancing the past.
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What is Poetry of Place about?
An appealing approach to creating dwellings blending vernacular styles, fine craftsmanship, and indigenous materials.
This volume features the recent projects of McAlpine, one of the country’s most highly respected architecture and interior design firms, renowned for its timeless houses exemplifying the charm and elegance of traditional and vernacular English, American, and European styles blended with a modern sensibility.
Following from their first book, The Home Within Us, this book profiles twenty stunning projects, from a stone tower folly standing in the gardens of a Tudor-style house to a humble yet elegant wooden lakeside retreat. Through his poetic voice, Bobby McAlpine narrates the story of each residence, pointing out its unique qualities. Featured are an exotic Florida Panhandle beach house; a Tuscan-style horse farm; a rambling Colonial Revival compound; and a miniature European manor house, among others. These dwellings are classically understated and welcoming. With its gorgeous photography of inspiring interiors and exteriors, Poetry of Place will appeal to those interested in design romancing the past.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Poetry of Place?
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Where can I read a sample of Poetry of Place?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780847860340
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Poetry of Place?
Bobby McAlpine, Susan Sully
Who is the Publisher of the book Poetry of Place?
Rizzoli
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Poetry of Place is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780847860340)
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