Wm Phillips Comstock (6 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Step back in time and delve into the world of early 20th-century garages with this captivating exploration of architectural design and functionality. As the automobile rose in popularity, the need for suitable structures to house and maintain these new machines became paramount. The author takes you on a journey through a diverse range of garage designs, from small private structures in the countryside to grand public facilities in bustling cities. This book showcases the ingenuity and creativity of architects as they tackled the challenges of designing garages that were not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing. Discover the evolution of garage architecture, from simple wooden sheds to elaborate, fireproof structures incorporating the latest advancements in building materials and technology. Explore the different types of garages, including private, public, and those designed specifically for motorboats. The author delves into the considerations that went into creating efficient and safe garages, such as fireproofing, ventilation, and gasoline storage. This book provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, when the automobile was transforming the landscape of cities and towns, and the garage was emerging as an essential element of modern life. By examining the architectural solutions of the past, this book offers valuable insights into the enduring principles of garage design and its impact on our built environment. 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.

Condition: Very Good. Examples of contemporary work in vacation houses and camps, and bungalows. Includes work by David Knickerbocker Boyd, Albert Cobb, E.G.W. Dietrich, Guy King, Nechdoma, Clarence Schermerhorn, John Calvin Stevens, Robert T. Weiger, Judd Yoho, others, representing the East and West coasts, and Pennsylvania. Second edition revised. 4to; 125 pp.; illustrated from photographs, plans, and drawings. Bookplate, and owner's name ink-stamped to title page; else a very good copy in original pictorial boards.