A high end residential architect practicing in San Francisco and Paris, Andrew Skurman has built his practice on creating genuinely contemporary classical homes for his clients. Divided by region, this book looks especially at the details of the work, concentrating on the exploration of craft and authenticity in the classical tradition. Focus is on process and detail, with an emphasis on demonstration using the appropriate historical precedent. Skurman is an unabashed classicist. His award winning form specialises in ...
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A high end residential architect practicing in San Francisco and Paris, Andrew Skurman has built his practice on creating genuinely contemporary classical homes for his clients. Divided by region, this book looks especially at the details of the work, concentrating on the exploration of craft and authenticity in the classical tradition. Focus is on process and detail, with an emphasis on demonstration using the appropriate historical precedent. Skurman is an unabashed classicist. His award winning form specialises in designing superbly crafted custom residences inspired by the building traditions of French chateaus, Mediterranean villas and Georgian country houses. He draws on an extensive architectural library of European and American design with the precision of an eminent art historian, skillfully adapting timeless design elements to suit today's lifestyles. Featuring gorgeous photography and exquisite watercolour studies, Contemporary Classical showcases an exceptional range of residential work.
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Good. The book may have minor cosmetic wear (i.e. creased spine/cover, scratches, curled corners, folded pages, minor sunburn, minor water damage, minor bent). The book may have some highlights/notes/underlined pages-Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included-Safe and Secure Mailer-No Hassle Return.
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** Signed gift inscription by Andrew Skurman to previous owner on the title page **; Good++; Hardcover, Missing Jacket; Light wear to the covers; Unblemished textblock edges; The endpapers and all text pages are clean and unmarked; The binding is excellent with a straight spine; Nice condition except for the missing dust jacket; This book will be shipped in a sturdy cardboard box with foam padding; Large Format (11.75"-12.75" tall); 4.2 lbs; Black cloth covers with title in gold lettering along the spine; 2012, Princeton Architectural Press; 256 pages; "Contemporary Classical: The Architecture of Andrew Skurman, " by Andrew Skurman.
