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Author | : Steven Parissien |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 248 |
Release | : 1995 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : |
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This book enables the reader to set the Georgian house in its historical context, shows how and why each aspect of a house came to be as it is, and help owners to preserve their homes for the enjoyment of the next generation. In the first part of the book Steven Parissien describes the development of the Georgian style in Britain from its introduction in the early eighteenth century through to the mid-nineteenth century and explains how the original inhabitants would have used the various rooms. In the second part he devotes a chapter to each element of the Georgian house, including roofs, brickwork and stonework, doors and windows, staircase and fireplaces, mouldings and plasterwork. Throughout the book he stresses the need for today's owners to understand the ideas, techniques and materials employed by those who built their homes. The book has been written with the owner, or would-be owner, of a modest family house or Georgian cottage primarily in mind.
Author | : Steven Parissien |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 240 |
Release | : 1995 |
Genre | : Architecture, Colonial |
ISBN | : 9781845104665 |
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Author | : Steven Parissien |
Publisher | : Rizzoli International Publications |
Total Pages | : 222 |
Release | : 1995 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : |
Download The Georgian House in Britain and America Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
The first part of this book describes the development of the Georgian style, beginning with its introduction in the early eighteenth century in Britain and the colonies. In the 1740s, metropolitan areas on America's east coast, particularly the cities of Boston, Philadelphia, Charleston, and Alexandria, were beginning to show excellent examples of Georgian architecture. In the second part of the book, a chapter is devoted to each element of the house - roofs, stonework, brick, doors and windows, fireplaces, and moldings are examined, stressing the need for today's occupants to understand the ideas, techniques, and materials employed by the original builders. This book enables the preservationist, historian, architect, carpenter, and decorator to understand the craftsmanship and context of the Georgian house.
Author | : Steven Parissien |
Publisher | : Rizzoli International Publications |
Total Pages | : 244 |
Release | : 2008 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : |
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The Georgian house - whether on a Georgetown street or in a leafy suburb- is considered among the most desireable and comfortable of homes. The Georgian style has stood the test of time, and continues to be popular today. Houses built over two hundred years ago still stand as proud and dignified as when they were first erected. The book describes the development of the Georgian style, beginning with its intro in the early 18th century up to the mid 19th century. Chapters are also devoted to each element of the house to help understand the ideas, techniques, and materials employed by the original builders. The most complete study of the historical development and importance of the Georgian style, this book is also a practical guide to preserving and restoring a Georgian house.
Author | : Richard Reid |
Publisher | : Bishopsgate Press |
Total Pages | : 206 |
Release | : 1989 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : |
Download The Georgian House and Its Details Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Author | : Georgian Group (London, England) |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 4 |
Release | : 1953 |
Genre | : Architecture, Georgian |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : Rachel Stewart |
Publisher | : Paul Mellon Centre |
Total Pages | : 336 |
Release | : 2009 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : |
Download The Town House in Georgian London Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This title takes a fresh look at a familiar building type - the town house in 18th century London - and investigates the circumstances in which individuals made decisions about living in London, and particularly about their West End house.
Author | : Dan Cruickshank |
Publisher | : Viking Adult |
Total Pages | : 320 |
Release | : 1990 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : |
Download Life in the Georgian City Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
During the 18th century, the narrow cluttered streets of towns were replaced by regular terraces of town houses built to classical designs. The author has previously written "London: the Art of Georgian Building" and "A Guide to the Georgian Buildings of England and Ireland."
Author | : Ingrid Cranfield |
Publisher | : David & Charles |
Total Pages | : 192 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 9780715312261 |
Download Georgian House Style Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This source book for recreating the style and decor of the Georgian period, covers all aspects of internal and external plan and design, including gardens. It also provides information on how to restore, replace and care for period features.
Author | : Henrietta Spencer-Churchill |
Publisher | : Gardners Books |
Total Pages | : 192 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 9781855854789 |
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Henrietta Spencer-Churchill tours a variety of Georgian houses throughout the British Isles to give a fascinating overview of the period 1700 to 1830.