- Hardcover: 256 pages
- Publisher: Taunton Press (September 15, 2001)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1561583928
- ISBN-13: 978-1561583928
These two books are fine additions to the literature of architecture
and building from Taunton Press, best known for the magazines Fine
Woodworking and Fine Homebuilding. In an introduction and six chapters,
Obolensky, who collaborated with Sarah Susanka on The Not So Large
House, presents 52 garages, from basic to elaborate. Various styles and
purposes are illustrated, including workshops, hobby shops, living
spaces, and parking spaces. The extraordinary photography that
accompanies the precise text brings the glory of the "Garage Mahal" to
life. The result is whimsical in tone yet serious in design and
execution detail. Architect Mulfinger and writer/editor Davis
accomplish much the same for the cabin. In four chapters "Rustic,"
"Transformed," "Traditional," and "Modern" they present 36 cabins from
across the United States. In addition to exterior and interior
photographs, colored renderings of site plans are included where
needed. The authors also emphasize the importance of mood and
environment. While this book is a bit more serious than Garage, the joy
in the discovery of great design operates strongly here as well. These
extraordinarily well-produced books are enthusiastically recommended,
particularly in communities strong in second-home construction. Alex
Hartmann, Williamsport, PA
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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