A House on the Water: Inspiration for Living at the Water's Edge FROM THE PUBLISHER
Living at the Water's Edge is an almost universal desire. It's where views are longer, sites are spectacular, and you can almost feel like you own a little piece of infinity. But a house on the water is also something of a public trust. Just as building on a beautiful street has its obligations, building a house on the water requires respect for the public space that surrounds it. A waterside home gives great rewards, but it demands care in return. The 24 homes in this book represent outstanding examples of the relationship of house to water -- seaside, lakeside, and riverside -- with clear explanation of the design and construction details necessary to create a beautiful house that can withstand the sometimes severe conditions at the water's edge. Each home in A House on the Water deals with these issues successfully, and the solutions to these technical problems enhance the quality of the design rather than forcing compromises in it. Whether you are actively creating a home at the water's edge or simply dreaming about it, A House on the Water provides both inspiration and valuable design advice for a home that respects the coastline, fits into the surroundings, and is built to withstand the unique conditions of the site for generations to come.
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Library Journal
Architect Knight believes that many people who work inside feel disconnected from the outside world and, if they can afford to live on the water, want to experience it as closely as possible. He believes that great homes result from the fruitful interaction among architect, client, and site, and he offers six key design tools that must be considered to achieve success. The bulk of this title shows beautiful homes designed by different architects that are located throughout North America, mostly in coastal areas. They demonstrate an impressive diversity in approach to their work. Each section explains the architect's rationale for the design and provides colorful photos as well as floor plans and a site map. This title will appeal to the minute percentage who can afford such homes, as well as to dreamers of all income levels. Appropriate for any public library serving those with an interest in fine homes, especially in resort or coastal areas. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.
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