The Book of the Conservatory - Softcover

Marston, Peter

9780297834779: The Book of the Conservatory

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0297834770 ISBN 13: 9780297834779

Publisher: Trafalgar Square, 1995

A practical guide for all owners and would-be owners to planning, designing, creating, furnishing and enjoying a conservatory. Peter Marston describes how the conservatory evolved, and explores the many different architectural styles to suit houses of all periods, from the pavillion adjoining the country house to the garden room for the suburban villa. Both text and illustrations offer a wealth of ideas for furnishing, lighting, flooring, glazing, heating, and ventilation revealing the conservatory to be one of the most versatile and desirable rooms in the house. The book also highlights various styles of conservatory gardening, identifies suitable plants, and provides listings of sources for conservatory supplies.

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About the Author:

Peter Marston combined his knowledge and love of architecture, carpentry and gardening under glass by founding, in 1972, the company that is now Marston & Langinger, to revive the art of building fine conservatories. His previous books include The Book of the Conservatory and Garden Room Style.

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