Georgian and Regency Houses Explained
Georgian and Regency Houses Explained
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Summary
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 | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781846740510 |
| ISBN 10 | 1846740517 |
| Title | Georgian and Regency Houses Explained |
| Author | Trevor Yorke |
| Series | England's Living History |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Countryside Books |
| Year published | 2007-10-04 |
| Number of pages | 128 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |