Tropical Asian Style Book

Tropical Asian Style showcases fantastic contemporary homes throughout Southeast Asia--from Bali to Kuala Lumpur, Singapore to Java. The lure of the exotic Far East has always been strong for Europeans. Luca Invernizzi Tettoni tells the stories of aristocrats such as Jim Thompson and Count de Mauny-Talvande who were drawn to the area, became enchanted and built their dream homes. A certain style developed that drew from the ancient island architecture and combined the practical use of indigenous materials and styles with Western luxuries and construction methods. More than 70 residences built from the 1920s to the mid-1990s are featured in the book. Each home is described in detail with accompanying photographs, design details and, in some cases, plans. Most of the properties are set in truly exotic locations with lush and vivid gardens with pools, cabanas and sweeping views that make the most of the climate and outdoor lifestyle. This is a lovely book that evokes the glamour of the "get away from it all" lifestyle that city dwellers wish they could lead.Read More