Search Results: Architecture from Lavender Path Antiques and Books

Boston: New York Graphic Society. Very Good with no dust jacket. 1976. First Edition. Hardcover. 0821206540 . Large hardcover, 211 pages in very good condition, gift inscription written in book as well as original owner's bookplate. 1st edition. 20 color, 125 black and white illustrations. In every corner of the New England landscape, waiting to be discovered and explored lie forgotten traces of New England's past. Hundreds of sites and relics are described here, a refreshing and unique guidebook. Over 100 photos, maps, and prints. A detailed list of sites and directions on how to get to them.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

New York: Sterling Publishing. Very Good with no dust jacket. 1997. First Edition. Softcover. 0806996749 . Softcover, 160 pages in very good condition, light wear to cover edges, a small notation written on a few illustrations. 1st edition, 1st printing. Rediscovered plans for 19th century farmhouses, cottages, landscapes, barns, carriage houses & outbuildings. Build your own dream house inspired by these marvelous designs from a bygone era. Humble farmers' cabins, summer getaway cottages, sturdy barns, other outbuildings, elegant carriage houses and nearly 100 more types of designs . Interesting historical tidbits added in. Hundreds of illustrations from actual 19th century building plans feature architects' blueprints, builders' plans, drawings of original structures, and photos of still standing examples.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

New York: American Heritage. Fine with no dust jacket. 1971. Softcover. Leatherette covers with gilt lettering and design on covers, attached purple ribbon bookmark, 320 pages in unread, unopened condition. Some shelf wear to cover edges. Illustrated with photos and drawings. Listings of all the historic homes open to the public across the United States, arranged by state.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall .

New York: Bantam Books. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1990. First Edition. Hardcover. 0553057987 . Large beautiful hardcover, 243 pages in near fine condition, original owner's name was written on 1st free endpaper, with near fine dustjacket, faint rubbing to jacket. 1st edition, 1st printing. An unforgettable collection of quintessential 2nd homes across America, encompassing the country's regions, designs, and tastes. More than 250 color photos to onspire you. Informative text, exquisite interior and exterior details of a fascinating variety of architectural styles: an old fashioned family camp in the Adirondacks, and elegant Srartoga Springs estate, a rustic Montana log cabin, a contemporary Malibu beach house and more. Decorating ideas are fabulous.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

New York: Stewart, Tabori & Chang. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1987. First Edition. Hardcover. 0941434966 . Large hardcover, 255 pages in fine condition with fine dustjacket. 1st edition , 1st printing. Illustrated throughtout with stunning full-color photos, the book presents workable design ideas for every room in the house, covers the most attractive approaches to energy efficiency, discusses the newest materials for kitchen and bath and surveys exciting ways builders are bringing the "outside in". He also shares a wealth of information on lot values, building materials, construction, design, and landscaping, making the language of the architect understandable to the lay person.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

New York: St. Martin's Press. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1991. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312062923 . Dust jacket has wear on edges. ; 1st edition, 1st printing. Lavishly illustrated with over 500 photographs. White covers with gilt illustrations on covers. ; Black & White and Color Photographs; 10.1 X 8.1 X 1.1 inches; 388 pages .

Florence Italy: CASA EDITRICE BONECHI. Very Good. 1997. First Edition (?); First Printing. Softcover. 8870096971 . Light rubbing to covers; Softcover with fold-over flaps. Beautiful color photographs through out. ; Color Photographs; 11.10 X 8.50 X 0.60 inches; 174 pages .

New York: Dover. Very Good with no dust jacket. 1987. Softcover. 0486254062 . Oversized softcover, 278 pages in very good condition, faint rubbing to covers, small bent corner on back cover. Unabridged and unaltered republication of Small Homes of Architectural Distinction, published in 1929. Contains floor plans, construction materials and drawings or photograpks for a wide variety of homes. Clearly written descriptions of interiors and exteriors complement detailed plans for each of the 254 homes.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

Atglen, PA.: Schiffer Publishing. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2005. Hardcover. 0764323865 . Hardcover, 253+ pages in fine condition with fine dustjacket. This book will inspire anyone who hopes to build or furnish a post and beam home of their own. 30 homes are shown with imagery of the exteriors and interiors. Floor plans will serve as your tour guide.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

Delafield WI: Sun Designs. Very Good. 1981. First Edition (?). Softcover. 0912355026 . Light soiling to covers, inside pages in fine condition ; Heavy parchment covers decorated with color illustrations. Printed on heavy stock paper. Inside black and white artist drawn illustrations and plan drawings. 21 designs of foot bridges, 8 covered bridges, 36 cupolas designs and 1 foot bridge plan, 1 covered bridge plan and 2 cupola plans. ; B&W Illustrations; 10.9 X 8.3 X 0.4 inches; 104 pages .

New York, New York: Crown Publishers. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1978. First Edition. Hardcover. 0517261960 . Large hardcover, 229 pages in near fine condition, light rubbing to cover edges, with very good dustjacket, jacket has some wear on jacket edges. 1st edition, 1st printing. an illustrated guide through 80 castles of England and Wales. The author has captured the romance, the luxury, and the history that reverberates through these old castles. Here one can learn who built each castle and how it passed down through some of the great names in history. Perhaps the most exciting feature of this book is that it makes history come alive. Filled with photos and illustrations.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

Tauton, Massachusetts: Wm. S. Sullwold Publishing. Near Fine. 1974. First Edition (?). Hardcover. Faint rubbing to cover edges; Signed by the author with personal inscription on tittle page. Illustrated. Grey hardcover with illustration of church steeples on cover. ; B&W Illustrations; Large 8vo 9" - 10" tall; 128 pages; Signed by Author .

Des Moines, Iowa: Better Homes & Gardens Books. Fine with no dust jacket. 2002. Softcover. 0696211963 . Softcover, 192 pages in fine condition with faint rubbing to cover edges. Your guide to creating the perfect outdoor living space. all the details, along with inspiring photos and step by step planning, and the expert advice of Better Homes and Gardens, will guide you through the entire process. Find fresh ideas for crating an inviting , attractive deck. Understand the materials, from concrete footings to decking and finish options, that go into building a deck. Beautiful color photos to inspire you.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

New York: Bonanza Books. Fine with no dust jacket. 1968. Hardcover. Large redcloth hardcovers, 1536 pages in fine condition. Hundreds of phtos and illustrations. Over 3 inches thick. Covers the Tudor period 1500-1603 thru the Early Victorian Period 1830-1860 and the periods inbetween. Examines and illustrates Architecture, Interior Decoration, Furniture, Paintings, Silver, Pottery, Textiles, Jewelry, Metalwork, and more.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall .

Phaidon Press. Near Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket. 2007. First Edition (?). Hardcover. 0714843369 . Bumped corner bottom of spine ; Large oversized book, 512 pages. A global tour of the best interiors of the last 25 years, 450 projects by the leading desingers of the world. From apartments, to houses, restaurants, hotels and other public spaces photographed and discussed. ; Color Photographs; 11.7 X 10.3 X 2.3 inches; 512 pages .

San Francisco: Chronicle Books. Very Good with no dust jacket. 1998. First Edition. Softcover. 081182232X . Stiff cardboard covers, self wrap flaps, 119 pages in near fine condition, faint rubbing to covers. 1st edition, 1st printing. Color photos. A pictorial showcase of cottages throughout the Bay area: their interiors, gardens, patios, and pathways, each an oasis of pastoral life hidden within the urban landscape. The photos focus on the details of living in minimal space, the collections and eccentricities of cottage dwellers. Great inspiration whether you live in a cottage or just want to achieve the cottage style for your home.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

New York: Metro Books, 2002. Hardcover, 160 pages in fine condition with near fine dustjacket, faint rubbing to jacket. Overflowing with exquisite photos and informative text, explore the decorating personalties associated with these charming havens. Full of inspirational ideas to turn your cottage dreams into a reality. . Hard Cover. Fine/Very Good. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

New York: Metrobooks. Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1998. First Edition. Hardcover. 1567995888 . Ocersize hardcover, 120 pages in fine condition with very good dustjacket, jacket has some light rubbing, 1st edition, 1st printing. Country churches of the world are humble when compared to imposing cathedrals, but their charm, importance to communities, their beauty are full of inspiration, peace and beauty. This is a photographic and historical tour of country churches throughout the Christian world. Over 100 stunning photos.; Folio - over 12" - 15" tall .

New York: E. P. Dutton & Co. Very Good with no dust jacket. 1987. First Edition. Softcover. 0525485775 . Softcover, 144 pages in very good condition, faint rubbing to covers, 5th printing. Sequel to "Painted Ladies" which focused on San Francisco's Victorian houses, this book focusses on Victorian houses from 128 cities, and 41 states. 172 color plates show the variety of Victorian architecture and the unending combinations of paint colors. Full of inspiration for the lovers of Victorian and the contractors who painstakingly restore them.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

Salt Lake City: Gibbs Smith. Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 2006. First Edition. Hardcover. 1586855239 . Hardcover, 87 pages in fine condition with very good dustjacket, light wear on jacket edges. 1st edition, 1st printing. Architectual salvage can quickly add character and charm to any room, the possibilities are endless- with the right amount of imagination and slightly mischievous attitude, it can pack a beautiful stunning decorating punch. Color photos full of interesting design ideas.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall .