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More copies of this ISBN:Classic Houses of Seattleby Caroline T Swope
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Home owners, history and architecture buffs, and visitors to the Pacific Northwest will all find a treasure trove of information within these pages. With 300 photographs and illustrations, both historic and contemporary, this text provides a comprehensive overview of the city's major residential architectural styles, including Victorian, Craftsman, Tudor Revival, and Modern. The homes featured range from the showplaces of the wealthy to humble cottages and bungalows in residential neighborhoods. Beginning with a historical overview and continuing through descriptions of the 120 featured houses, organized by chronological era, this is the first-ever comprehensive guide to Seattle's historic homes. Checklists of houses by neighborhood and style make this useful for walking tours by residents and visitors alike. Anyone interested in preserving Seattle's architectural treasures will find this an essential resource. Classic Houses of Seattleis a vibrant portrait of the city's development, an important chapter in the story of American residential architecture. Book News Annotation:Filled with fascinating period photographs of Seattle houses from its
earliest period, this slightly oversized (8.75x11.25"), heavily
illustrated volume provides a careful catalog of Seattle's domestic
architecture. Separate chapters are devoted to different styles and a
concluding chapter offers guidelines for researching the history of
one's Seattle home. The stories of individual houses make up the
chapters, with a close description of their style and construction
and information on the original owner, when known. A glossary of
terms is provided. Swope, who has a degree in historic preservation,
also teaches art and architectural history at Seattle Central
Community College.
Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Book News Annotation:Filled with fascinating period photographs of Seattle houses from its
earliest period, this slightly oversized (8.75x11.25"), heavily
illustrated volume provides a careful catalog of Seattle's domestic
architecture. Separate chapters are devoted to different styles and a
concluding chapter offers guidelines for researching the history of
one's Seattle home. The stories of individual houses make up the
chapters, with a close description of their style and construction
and information on the original owner, when known. A glossary of
terms is provided. Swope, who has a degree in historic preservation,
also teaches art and architectural history at Seattle Central
Community College.
Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Review:"...a thorough guide to the architectural styles of Seattle's residential neighborhoods, a trove of histories of individual dwellings, and will be a welcome companion on your next stroll around town." Lawrence W. Cheek, SunsetMarch 2007 Synopsis:Explores in detail more than 120 historic Seattle houses depicted in 325 spectacular period photos, many never before published. Photographs are supplemented with historic house plans and original architectural drawings. Includes a how-to guide for researching the history of your house. About the AuthorCaroline T. Swope is an instructor of art and architectural history at Seattle Central Community College. She holds a doctorate in American art and architectural history from the University of Washington and a master's in historic preservation. She has worked on preservation projects at the federal and local levels, and is active in local historical organizations. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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