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The Mediterranean House in America
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Product Description
Inspired by the romance of Italian villas, Spanish farmhouses, and Moorish courtyards, the Mediterranean Revival style became an archetype for sophisticated suburban homes throughout America in the early 20th century. The characteristic white stucco house, roofed with terra-cotta and ornamented with ironwork, decorative tiles, and fountains, remains the dominant style for new residences in California, the Southwest, and Florida.
The Mediterranean house’s longevity is rooted in an overall simplicity and an emphasis on the outdoors. Its central courtyard, terraces, and loggias provide a fluidity between interiors and exteriors equally prized by the architects of ancient Pompeii and groundbreaking modernists.
The Mediterranean House in America provides the first comprehensive survey of this popular style, beautifully illustrated in full-color photographs by Juergen Nogai, archival photos, and drawings.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #130070 in Books
- Published on: 2008-10-01
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Hardcover
- 240 pages
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About the Author
Lauren Weiss Bricker, Ph.D., is an associate professor of architecture at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. A specialist on California architecture and historic preservation, she has contributed to a number of books. She lives in Redlands, California. Juergen Nogai is an architectural and fine arts photographer based in Santa Monica, California. His books include Abrams’ Dream Palaces of Hollywood’s Golden Age.
Customer Reviews
Splendid! Homes that are truly an inspiration
This large book, lavish with full color pictures, traces the American love affair with the mediterranean home. It includes examples of both the early styles, and the contemporary.
Typically, these homes are built in the warm weather states--California, Florida, and across the southwest. They have a history there, too, inherited from the Spanish colonists. The columns and baroque decorations were currently in style when the Spanish first came to America.
Red tile roofs, elaborate wrought iron scroll work, and spacious interiors are typical. Even at their most elaborate, there is an easy informality about these homes. Many have an indoors/outdoors feel, fitting perfectly into the western states with their warmer weather.
Some of the most famous designers of Spanish style homes are included. Marion Sims Wyeth, for example, created the famous Mar-a-Lago and many of the lovely homes in Palm Beach.
Much recommended.
