Georgian and Regency Houses Explained by Trevor Yorke

Georgian and Regency Houses Explained by Trevor Yorke

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A guide to the houses of the 18th and early 19th century, their exteriors, interiors and style. The book explains various aspects of the Georgian and Regency house and provides a comprehensive guide to the houses of this period.

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Georgian and Regency Houses Explained by Trevor Yorke

Become an instant expert on Georgian and Regency houses with this compact and useful guide, filled with detailed drawings, diagrams and photos, alongside stories from the past. Author Trevor Yorke takes you on a tour of all aspects of the Georgian and Regency house and provides a comprehensive guide to the homes and houses of this notable period. The book is divided into three sections: the first outlines the history of the period; the second takes you inside the different rooms, explains what they were used for and how they would have appeared; the final section contains a quick reference guide with notes on dating houses, suggestions for further reading, a glossary and details of places to visit. BRING THE PAST TO LIFE - Uncover the architectural secrets of a golden age. Discover how elegance, refinement and beautiful proportions have made this period an inspiration for later architects and a popular choice for today's house buyer.  DETAILED ILLUSTRATIONS - Packed with easy-to-understand and intricately detailed drawings, highlighting key features and notable aspects from the buildings we see around us. BONUS INFO - Includes a glossary of unfamiliar terms and details of places to visit.
Trevor Yorke is an experienced author and artist who specialises in period architecture. His many books include British Architectural Styles, Georgian & Regency Houses Explained, and The English Village Explained
SKU Non disponible
ISBN 13 9781846740510
ISBN 10 1846740517
Titre Georgian and Regency Houses Explained
Auteur Trevor Yorke
Série England's Living History
État Non disponible
Type de reliure Paperback
Éditeur Countryside Books
Année de publication 2007-10-04
Nombre de pages 128
Note de couverture La photo du livre est présentée à titre d'illustration uniquement. La reliure, la couverture ou l'édition réelle peuvent varier.
Note Non disponible