To build a house -- a livable, workable, practical house -- in inhospitable environments is among the most ambitious projects an architect can undertake. Houses on the Edge features 28 homes from around the world built on mountainsides, cliff faces, and other such spaces -- ll of which combine remarkable site control with cutting edge architecture to create truly spectacular examples of residential architecture with exquisite views, exceptional privacy, and incredible technical and artistic achievement. Truly, these are ...
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To build a house -- a livable, workable, practical house -- in inhospitable environments is among the most ambitious projects an architect can undertake. Houses on the Edge features 28 homes from around the world built on mountainsides, cliff faces, and other such spaces -- ll of which combine remarkable site control with cutting edge architecture to create truly spectacular examples of residential architecture with exquisite views, exceptional privacy, and incredible technical and artistic achievement. Truly, these are among the world's most inspiring houses.
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Fine. Near Fine Dj. 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall A bright fine copy of the book with no wear or markings in a nice new looking jacket-but it has some obvious but light edgwear/curling at the top edge of the dust jacket. A fascinating international look at some of the architectural work on "edge" cliff hanging; slope-built. etc. type houses.
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VG. Smooth teal boards, white & color illus. dust jacket, illus. flyleaves, 176 pp., many color illus. "Showcases 23 projects from around the world built on mountainsides, cliff faces, and other precarious locations. These homes combine remarkable site control with cutting-edge architecture to create truly spectacular residences with exquisite view, exceptional privacy, and incredible technical and artistic attributes. Truly, these are among the world's most inspiring houses." (dj) This is an international view, with 6 houses from Europe, 5 from North America, 1 from South America, 5 from Asia, 4 from Australia, and 2 from Africa. Includes vibrant photos and floor plans as well.
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