New Traditional Architecture: Ferguson & Shamamian Architects: City and Country Residences
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| Rating | : | 4.50 (574 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0847835456 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 248 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-06-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
. The firm has received numerous awards and was most recently honored with the prestigious 2003 Arthur Ross Award for Architecture from the Institute of Classical Architecture & Classical America. Mark Ferguson and Oscar Shamamian are partners in the New York–based Ferguson & Shamamian Architects LLP. Richard Guy Wilson is chair of the Department of Architectura
“With their unerring sense of scale and modern take on textbook styles, AD100 architects Mark Ferguson and Oscar Shamamian easily rank among today’s finest designers. Highlights from the pair’s portfolio fill the recently released book…” Architectural Digest“I’m thrilled to say that many of their designs are now beautifully presented for the enjoyment of all in the soon to be released Rizzoli book, New Traditional Architecture Ferguson & Shamamian Architects.” whatisjam
"Five Stars" according to Newport Blue. Beautiful. Chris Cross said Well-done monograph. A beautifully-produced book of exquisite traditional dwellings. Wonderful photography and line drawings. I only have two quibbles: I would have loved for it to be twice as thick! And even though floor plans of the homes' first levels were reproduced, there were few of any other levels. But that's just me being greedy.. MASTERPIECE! Stunning book - simply a must have This book is a must for anyone remotely interested in classic American residential or destinguished interior design. The book is beautifully crafted and I was blown away by the quality of the images and drawings (the book is also huge!). The beautiful homes depicted are detailed with tremedous attention and all are elegantly decorated. They will inspire your dreams!
Eleven unbuilt projects will be represented by drawings, and eleven alterations and additions will be included in an appendix.. With lush photography capturing the allure of these of exteriors, interiors, and details—as well as original drawings and plans—the book will appeal to architects, interior designers, and homeowners with an eye for fine design and anyone wishing to be inspired by the poetry of history. Collaborating with leading landscape designers, decorators, and artisans, architects Mark Ferguson and Oscar Shamamian have produced homes that—whether country estates, suburban houses, or city apartments—are exquisite examples of timeless design for those who are inspired by historic styles. Recognized by Architectural Digest in 2010 as being among the most important and influential architecture firms at work today, this beautifully illustrated volume presents Ferguson & Shamamian's finest work, including new houses, apartments, alterations and additions, and unbuilt design plans. A return to classicism and traditional styles has been widely observed in the world of architecture and design, and the houses in this volume represent the finest examples of new design based on historical preced