The American House, 9780714848853
Hardcover
Explore America’s architectural evolution: 100 homes, centuries of design.

The American House

$76.04

  • Hardcover

    112 pages

  • Release Date

    11 September 2008

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Summary

An introduction to the history and architecture of the American house, from the 12th century to the present day. This book features 100 exemplary houses ranging from traditional dwellings to iconic masterpieces of the twentieth century and contemporary architect-designed builds. The houses are presented in chronological order and each entry features a full-page image with a short text describing the house, its designer and historical context.

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780714848853
ISBN-10:0714848859
Author:Phaidon Editors
Publisher:Phaidon Press Ltd
Imprint:Phaidon Press Ltd
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:112
Release Date:11 September 2008
Weight:990g
Dimensions:290mm x 250mm x 15mm
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Critics Review

“What a wonderful idea: take 100 notable American dwellings, arrange them chronologically, and explain who dreamt them up. The familiar […] rub shoulders with the totally unexpected.“—The Sunday Times

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Conceived and edited by Phaidon Editors.

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