| Cliffhangers and Hillside Homes: Views from the Treetops Contributor(s): Rooney, E. Ashley (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764323873 ISBN-13: 9780764323874 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $35.96 Product Type: Hardcover Published: April 2006 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - House & Home | Design & Construction - House & Home | Reference - Architecture | Buildings - Residential |
| Dewey: 728.37 |
| LCCN: 2005037303 |
| Physical Information: 1.1" H x 8.7" W x 11" (3.75 lbs) 228 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Mountains, oceans, cliffs, rivers -- don't many of us want to live above the treetops? Aside from soaring views and dramatic vistas, these hillside homes designs offer practical and attractive solutions to the increasing demand for and scarcity of level land. Here are over 50 stunning hillside homes located across the United States, from Alaska to Cape Cod. Over 450 color photographs highlight unique design details of homes built on the edges of cliffs and peering through treetops. This insider's tour of cliffhanger living derives from 30 notable architects and designers who describe their work, its challenges, and rewards. The foreword, by Joseph Henry Wythe, describes his belief in the principles of organic architecture and architect Kathy Shaffer gives us her viewpoint on building a hillside house. You may find your dream house here or the inspiration to build a dream of your own. |
Contributor Bio(s): Rooney, E. Ashley: - Ashley Rooney resides in Massachusetts, where she writes about architecture and the decorative arts. |