The New American House 2: Innovations in Residential Design and Construction: 30 Case Studies (New American Architecture)

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Good Reference.......2007-05-13

This book is a fantastic reference for those interested in architecture or who just like to look at amazing houses. if you like this book, look into the rest of the series. Over all, a great book.

Wonderful Book of Contemporary Homes.......2003-12-10

I love this book. Contemporary architecture is often misunderstood and misrepresented by focusing on the extreme or most useless of structures. In this book Ojeda takes us into some of the most beautiful, yet utilitarian, contemporary homes from the Arizona desert to Manhattan. He explains the design choices made and more importantly why they were made for the different designs. Included in the book are numerous beautiful photos of the different projects and architectural sketches of the projects.

This book would be a wonderful 'idea book' for an architect, or someone like me who is looking for ideas to give to an architect in preparation for building a new house. It is also a simply beautiful book to look at and learn from, both in design concepts specifically, and in building materials as well. I highly endorse this book as one of the best illustrated generalist books available on contemporary architecture. The ideas you will get for your own home alone are worth the cost.

sweet book.......2003-09-07

While not an architect or builder, I am browsing various ideas and methods. This is a great book for getting all the flavors from concrete prefab and rammed-earth to wood-frame with copper exteriors. In one case, a pre-fabbed house is given a timeline picture page showing the construction progress to finish. The pictures are nearly perfect, both encompassing and detailed with briefs that are pretty informative for their length. It's the information that you want with little else. Materials, construction methods and in most cases, cost. Excellent diagrams and cross-sections too. Worth it for someone who wants to build but isn't sure about the materials and methods they want to use, as well as sighting some good ideas.

A must have for Architects and Do-it Yourselfers alike!.......2001-01-08

The second covering houses and one of several in a series that highlight and describe the potential of American domestic architecture. It illustrates the possibilities and alternatives to the popular Martha Stewart/Bob Villa suburban style that has taken away so much recognition from American architects. Stunning photographs and simple detail drawings illustrate several different homes; each with it's own character.

If you are a do-it-yourself type or looking to hire an architect, this is a great place to start. This book will illustrate how a much a professionally designed house stands out from the Home Depot remodel or typical "custom" suburban home designed by a contractor.

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Save Your Money........2003-05-26

After purchasing The New American House (Vol 1-3), The New American Cottage, and The New American Swimming Pool which are all excellant books, I ordered The New American Apartment and was severely disappointed.

I SENT THE BOOK BACK! (if that gives you any idea of my satisfaction.)

There are several interesting photos but unless you have several million dollars, the designs and concepts are so unapproachable to the average person that the book was useless for my needs. This is the same kind of stuff they show in Architectural Digest (as opposed to Fine Homebuilding.)

its a visual feast!!.......1999-05-01

A must have book for a library collection of inspirational modern design. The Book outlines each architect's space with dramatic and all encompassing views along with drawings to further explain the concepts. It left me wanting more!

A great source of inspiration.......1999-04-11

This is a very good looking lexicon from cover to cover, yet it is more of a starting point in the design mode than a technical manual. I usually don't spend much for books, but this is one exception I can make with little after thought.

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Created specifically for the beginning to advanced artist who has an interest in traditional watercolor painting. Subjects include mountains, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, birds, trees, and snow-covered landscapes. Incorporate Chinese brush effects and Oriental grace into paintings. Step-by-step lessons and demonstrations give the basics needed to get started. Gallery of 30 selected paintings included. Enjoyable to look at and would make a great gift for any art lover.

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Simply lovely and well detailed........2007-01-07

SNOW PAINTING: CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING is a gorgeous presentation providing artists with all the fundamentals needed to produce Chinese-style brush paintings. From a survey of inks, stones, and brushes to a treatise on basic color, paper, observing and understanding how snow is depicted in art, and a step-by-step approach to subject definition, materials, and effects, SNOW PAINTING is packed with detail ranging from bird observation to stylistic guidelines. Simply lovely and well detailed.

Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch

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Snow Painting: Chinese Brush Painting

Manufacturer: Publishers Design Group
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000HZ3G9K

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In this handsome book-the first history of avant-garde Soviet photography and photomontage-Margarita Tupitsyn analyzes the work of major and little-known Soviet photographers from 1924 to 1937. Approaches to photography were influenced by changing social and political realities, Tupitsyn finds, and photography of this period was the last "great experiment" in search of the most effective ways to connect art, radical politics, and the masses.

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The Soviet Photograph 1924-1937
Margarita Tupitsyn
Manufacturer: Yale University
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000O55YAM

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The Soviet Photograph, 1924-1937
Margarita Tupitsyn
Manufacturer: Yale University Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OS230S

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While most of humanity has been decimated in the apocalypse, the hunger for sporting events survives and is stronger than ever! It's race time in Indianapolis, and the only thing hotter than the action on the track is the passion boiling outside of the stadium walls. Local Grendel chief Hack has his hands full. Between the volatile visiting Grendel clans tearing up the town, a mysterious vigilante on a Grendel-killing spree, and forces within his own clan that seek to depose him, there's little room for error or emotion. But when he feels himself falling for Dana, the city hospital's headstrong lead physician, he quickly finds things spiraling out of his control. And he's not the only one with problems. Dana's struggling with her delinquent son, desperately trying to keep him away from the very Grendel that she herself is growing ever attracted to. Something's gotta give, in this tragic tale of passion, love, and betrayal.

Grendel Tales: The Devil May Care #1 December 1995

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Grendel Tales: The Devil May Care #1 December 1995
Terry LaBan
Manufacturer: Dark Horse Comics
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Comic

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ASIN: B000V1DC0I

Grendel Tales: The Devil May Care #2 January 1996

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Grendel Tales: The Devil May Care #2 January 1996
Terry LaBan
Manufacturer: Dark Horse Comics
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Comic

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ASIN: B000V0LZGM

Grendel Tales: The Devil May Care #3 February 1996

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Grendel Tales: The Devil May Care #3 February 1996
Terry LaBan
Manufacturer: Dark Horse Comics
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Comic

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ASIN: B000V1B77I

Grendel Tales : The Devil May Care #6 of 6

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Grendel Tales : The Devil May Care #6 of 6
Dark Horse
Manufacturer: Dark Horse
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000IMK078

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