Shingle Style Houses : The Evolution of an Inventive Architecture
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Hardback or Cased Book
ISBN-10
0764371185
ISBN-13
9780764371189
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Imprint
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Jul 28th, 2026
Print length
288 Pages
Weight
45 grams
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Human made objects depicted in the artsMan-made objects depicted in art (cityscapes, machines, etc)Special kinds of photographyPhotography: subject-specific techniques and principlesArchitectureArchitecture: residential and domestic buildingsResidential buildings, domestic buildingsHome & house maintenanceHome and house maintenance / renovation / building
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A visual survey and detailed overview of contemporary and historic shingle-style homes across North America.
A visual survey and detailed overview of contemporary and historic shingle-style homes across North America.
Shingle Style Houses: The Evolution of an Inventive Architecture documents 27 thoughtfully designed homes that embody and reimagine the enduring principles of the shingle style. Author John DaSilva—a practicing architect with over four decades of experience—presents both original historical masterpieces and inventive contemporary interpretations of this classic American style. In addition to showcasing homes across the Northeast, South, Midwest, California, and Canada, the book offers a compelling history of the Shingle Style’s roots, key design principles, and stylistic evolution.
Readers gain insight into both famous and lesser-known houses, including significant works by McKim, Mead & White, H. H. Richardson, Robert Venturi, and other influential practitioners. Combining architectural analysis, regional context, and thoughtful commentary, this volume is a valuable visual reference and historical resource for professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Key Features:
Shingle Style Houses: The Evolution of an Inventive Architecture documents 27 thoughtfully designed homes that embody and reimagine the enduring principles of the shingle style. Author John DaSilva—a practicing architect with over four decades of experience—presents both original historical masterpieces and inventive contemporary interpretations of this classic American style. In addition to showcasing homes across the Northeast, South, Midwest, California, and Canada, the book offers a compelling history of the Shingle Style’s roots, key design principles, and stylistic evolution.
Readers gain insight into both famous and lesser-known houses, including significant works by McKim, Mead & White, H. H. Richardson, Robert Venturi, and other influential practitioners. Combining architectural analysis, regional context, and thoughtful commentary, this volume is a valuable visual reference and historical resource for professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Key Features:
- Includes 27 high-quality case studies of shingle-style homes from the 19th century to the present
- Includes rarely seen or under-recognized houses, many published for the first time
- Authored by a practicing architect with deep expertise and firsthand insights
- Offers detailed analysis of form of all aspects of the houses, aesthetics, materials, character, and cultural influence, and also includes informative back matter with illustrations of architectural house plans
- Covers homes in multiple regions of the U.S. and Canada, including coastal and inland sites
- Combines historical research with contemporary architectural relevance
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