Period House: Style, Detail and Decoration, 1774 to 1914 Book

A visual guide to the architecture, design, decoration, and furnishings of the British house of the industrial era, with more than 700 illustrations. Now in paperback. This richly illustrated volume traces the development of the British terraced house from 1774 to 1914. It documents the building codes and customs of the times, surveys the architectural detail of each period, and examines the architectural history of the exterior as well as the interior design and decor. The authors present the subject chronologically by style, looking at how life was lived in and around the house: lighting, color, wallpaper, windows, doors, and gardens are all addressed. Enhanced with hundreds of photos as well as images from the pattern books of builders and craftsmen, this is an excellent reference for those interested in architectural history and period decoration. 192 pp 8 1/2 x 11 230 color & 500 b/w illustrationsRead More