Timeless Dutch Colonial design meets modern living in a practical guide.
This book explains how the old Dutch style, with its distinctive gambrel roof, can inform comfortable, small-scale homes today. It pairs historical details with modern construction needs and shows how to adapt beloved features for today’s living.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details the genesis of Dutch colonial houses, examining the evolution of materials and forms under various cultural influences. The author takes us on a journey through the development of this architectural style, from its origins in simple stone structures to the later addition of overhanging roofs, columns, and other ornamental features. The author explores the interplay of materials and cultural traditions that shaped the Dutch colonial style, showcasing how the use of local red sandstone, wood, and stucco varied across regions. The book also discusses the evolution of roof shapes, noting the transition from single-pitched to gambrel roofs, and the incorporation of dormers and other elements to increase space and natural light. The author provides a wealth of photographic examples to illustrate the diverse expressions of Dutch colonial architecture, from farmhouses to grander country estates. Through these examples, the book highlights the unique characteristics of the style, including its emphasis on long, low silhouettes, the interplay of vertical and horizontal lines, and the harmonious use of materials. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of American architecture and the evolution of the Dutch colonial style. Its insights into the origins, development, and regional variations of this style make it an essential read for architects, historians, and anyone fascinated by the enduring legacy of Dutch colonial architecture in America. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330590195_0
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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330590195
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330590195
Quantity: 15 available