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Georgian and Regency Houses Explained: Britain's Architectural History(Britain's Architectural History)

Georgian and Regency Houses Explained: Britain's Architectural History(Britain's Architectural History)


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Become an instant expert on Georgian and Regency houses with this compact and useful guide, filled with detailed drawings, diagrams and photos, alongside stories from the past. Author Trevor Yorke takes you on a tour of all aspects of the Georgian and Regency house and provides a comprehensive guide to the homes and houses of this notable period. The book is divided into three sections: the first outlines the history of the period; the second takes you inside the different rooms, explains what they were used for and how they would have appeared; the final section contains a quick reference guide with notes on dating houses, suggestions for further reading, a glossary and details of places to visit. BRING THE PAST TO LIFE - Uncover the architectural secrets of a golden age. Discover how elegance, refinement and beautiful proportions have made this period an inspiration for later architects and a popular choice for today's house buyer. DETAILED ILLUSTRATIONS - Packed with easy-to-understand and intricately detailed drawings, highlighting key features and notable aspects from the buildings we see around us. BONUS INFO - Includes a glossary of unfamiliar terms and details of places to visit.

Table of Contents:
Introduction SECTION I The History Of Georgian & Regency Houses Chapter 1: The Background Chapter 2: Georgian & Regency Housing Chapter 3: The Georgian & Regency House Chapter 4: Georgian & Regency Style SECTION II Georgian & Regency Houses In Detail Chapter 5: General Fittings & Decoration Chapter 6: Reception & Family Rooms Chapter 7: Service Rooms Chapter 8: Yards & Gardens SECTION III Quick Reference Guide Dating Houses Time Chart Bibliography Places To Visit Glossary

About the Author :
Trevor Yorke is an experienced author and artist who specialises in period architecture. His many books include British Architectural Styles, Georgian & Regency Houses Explained, and The English Country House Explained.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781846740510
  • Publisher: Countryside Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Countryside Books
  • Height: 210 mm
  • No of Pages: 128
  • Sub Title: Britain's Architectural History
  • ISBN-10: 1846740517
  • Publisher Date: 04 Oct 2007
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Series Title: Britain's Architectural History
  • Width: 148 mm


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