Loft
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Book Overview
The loft is increasingly the residential image most identified with New York. Originally popularized by artists and designers, the enormous raw spaces, most often in old industrial buildings in lower Manhattan, have been laboratories for the creativity of architects. Some of the most striking and important residential design of the latter part of the twentieth century has been created for lofts. Celebrated design arbiter Mayer Rus has had unparalleled access to the most exceptional new projects. He has gathered a great variety of architects and designers -- all widely published in popular and trade magazines -- for the book: Henry Smith-Miller and Laurie Hawkinson, Peter Stamberg and Paul Aferiat, Architecture Research Office, and Deborah Berke. Paul Warchol's exquisite photographs, most taken especially for this volume, capture not only the design and details but the qualities of light, context, and history that make each loft unique. The engaging text highlights the designers, owners, and their residences, in addition to evoking the dramatic qualities of loft living.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1580930131
ISBN13:9781580930130
Release Date:November 1998
Publisher:Monacelli Press
Length:240 Pages
Weight:3.46 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 8.8" x 12.0"
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
Great resource.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
I just purchased 4 books on lofts and this one had the widest range and most current pictures of well-designed lofts. Mostly pictoral--many creative ideas and approaches to this unique type of living space.
One of the greatest
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Short on words, but long on inspiration, this book is fabulous. If you want a book on lofts, this is it. From stark minimilism to chic downtown habitats, this book is for those that love lofts. You will love it!
Exemplary book and photos of NYC loft living
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
Some of the best examples of innovative design and material usage in loft construction/renovation.
Superb! A Bargain at twice the price!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
The best book published on loft spaces in Manhattan! Rus is the Vreeland of the interior design world!
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