The American House: 100 Contemporary Homes (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781864708110)

The American House is an exceedingly diverse collection of contemporary residential designs in the United States. This book follows the successful title European House, likewise a gorgeous collection of new residential architecture. The American House contains cutting-edge residential designs by leading architects from across the United States. Stunning color photographs and plans underline the sensitivity of today's architects to the natural environment, as well as the care and attention paid to interior design and everyday living. This new volume features an extraordinary variety in style, sophistication, affordability, site and landscape, with an emphasis on sustainability practices in both design and construction. Each project illustrates how architects adapt their signature styles to accommodate the challenges posed by local topography and variations in climate, along with a sharp focus on optimum strategies for sustainable living. A lively introduction by critic Ian Volner comments on the many trends, often contradictory, that characterize the architecture of houses in the 2010s. In its sweeping scope, this book considers the present and points to the future of residential design in the United States.

Author: Hannah Jenkins
ISBN-10: 1864708115
ISBN-13: 9781864708110
Publisher: Images Publishing Group
Language: English
Published: 09/01/2018
Pages: 432
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 6.00lbs
Size: 11.20h x 11.20w x 1.40d