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Victorian Houses and Their Details

Author : Helen C. Long

Publisher : Routledge

Page : 146 pages

File Size : 12,46 MB

Release : 2002

Category : Architecture

ISBN : 0750648481

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'Victorian Houses' presents the architectural detailing of the time in the context of the era - providing a comprehensive understanding of its architecture and design. Pattern books played a vital role in the dissemination of taste between architect, builder and client in the nineteenth and early twentieth century. By focusing on the contribution of the pattern book to the architecture of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, the various trends of the time are documented. The types of publications and other sources of taste available at different points over this period reflected social and economic factors, such as the changing demand or changes in organisation of manufacturing and retail. * Gain a comprehensive understanding of Victorian architecture from an experienced author * 160 pages of illustrations and an accessible writing style make this an excellent reference source * Discover invaluable information on the role of architectural pattern books in victorian design



Victorian and Edwardian Houses

Author : Janet Collings

Publisher : Crowood Press (UK)

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 27,12 MB

Release : 2008

Category : Architecture, Domestic

ISBN : 9781847970572

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Invaluable for all those who own, or are interested in, houses that were built between about 1840 and 1914, this informative aims to help readers to become responsible custodians of such properties and focuses on how to retain and preserve the fabric of the existing house in a sustainable way, thus allowing more of the past to be preserved. The author provides practical advice on how to care for such houses in the least wasteful way, advice that may save the owner money and time, and also enhance the value of the property by retaining its period appeal. This book provides a guided tour of all the elements of the house and garden from the roof and chimneys, walls, ceilings, doors, and windows, down to coalholes, gates, railings, paths, and boot scrapers. It explains the contemporary thinking concerning the care and maintenance of houses of this period, and highlights some of the essential differences between modern and traditional building practices. This knowledge will help owners to understand and avoid misfortunes such as prematurely decaying joinery, damp walls, and rotting timber, since Victorian and Edwardian houses can rely on entirely different methods of controlling damp and movement to those used in modern constructions.



The Edwardian House

Author : Helen C. Long

Publisher : Manchester University Press

Page : 244 pages

File Size : 46,8 MB

Release : 1993

Category : Architecture

ISBN : 9780719037290

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Illustrates how Edwardian houses were built, how they were used, and what they meant at the time.



The Victorian Society Book of the Victorian House

Author : Kit Wedd

Publisher : Aurum Press

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 34,6 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Architecture, Domestic

ISBN : 9781845132941

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For any house-proud owner of a Victorian property this book represents a unique and invaluable resource. Packed with information about Victorian architectural ideas, it includes a wealth of practical advice about the maintenance and conservation of Victorian homes. Part One provides a concise overview of the development of the Victorian house, the wide range of architectural styles that came in and out of fashion over the period, and the lifestyles of the original owners the houses were designed to accommodate. Throughout, the emphasis is on family houses of various sizes rather than the great houses of the aristocracy, which are discussed only in relation to their influence on contemporary builders and architects. Part Two discusses structures and materials, covering brickwork, stone, renders and stuccos, roofs, woodwork, windows and doors, ironwork, and conservatories. In each case there is comprehensive advice on symptoms of trouble, techniques for preservation and restoration, and the correct choice of materials. Part Three covers services—fireplaces and chimneys, lighting, kitchens and bathrooms—all subjects requiring particular sensitivity to achieve a satisfactory compromise between preserving the spirit of the original building and meeting modern standards of comfort and convenience. Part Four examines all aspects of interior decoration, including plasterwork, decorative tiles, paint colors and finishes, wall coverings, curtains and blinds, and floor coverings. The book is completed by lists of further reading, places to visit, and useful addresses, including those of specialist suppliers and contractors, and sources of more detailed information and advice.



The Rise of the Nouveaux Riches

Author : Joseph Mordaunt Crook

Publisher : John Murray Pubs Limited

Page : 354 pages

File Size : 40,44 MB

Release : 1999

Category : Architecture

ISBN : 9780719560507

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The story of the decline of the British aristocracy is relatively well documented, but this text examines the new plutocracy who challenged it in the years that led to the Belle Epoque of King Edward VII. It explores where its members resided, what they spent their money on and how they lived down, or up to, their parvenu wealth.



Victorian House Designs in Authentic Full Color

Author : Blanche Cirker

Publisher : Courier Corporation

Page : 82 pages

File Size : 29,2 MB

Release : 2012-08-08

Category : Design

ISBN : 048613847X

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Book Description

Exquisitely detailed, exceptionally handsome designs for an enormous variety of attractive city dwellings, spacious suburban and country homes, charming "cottages" and other structures — all accompanied by perspective views and floor plans.



The Fading of the Light

Author : Charlotte Betts

Publisher : Piatkus

Page : 341 pages

File Size : 17,42 MB

Release : 2021-01-21

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 0349423016

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'Lush, romantic and full of intrigue' Tracy Rees, Richard & Judy bestselling author From the award-winning author of The Apothecary's Daughter comes The Fading of the Light, the next book in the Spindrift Trilogy - a beautifully evocative, family drama, perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Lucinda Riley and Elizabeth Jane Howard's Cazalet Chronicles. 1902. Spindrift House, Cornwall Edith Fairchild, deserted by her feckless husband Benedict eight years before, has established the thriving Spindrift artists' community by the sea and found deep and lasting love with Pascal. They have accepted that they cannot marry, but when Benedict returns unexpectedly to Spindrift House, all Edith and Pascal's secret hopes and dreams of a joyous life together are overturned. Benedict's arrival shatters the peaceful and creative atmosphere of the close-knit community. When Edith will not allow him back into her bed, the conflict escalates and he sets in motion a chain of tragic events that reverberate down the years and threatens the happiness of the community forever . . . Why do readers love Charlotte Betts? 'A deeply romantic novel whose vivid characters will linger in your mind' Margaret Kaine 'Romantic, poignant and gripping . . . a fabulous holiday read' Deborah Swift 'A stunning and captivating read . . . full of drama, love, loss and life' Book Literati 'Lush, romantic and full of intrigue. I loved the idyllic setting of a Cornish artists' community in Edwardian times. A book to drift away with' Tracy Rees, Richard & Judy bestselling author 'This is a story filled with secrets and revelations. It is one that lingers in the heart long after the final page is turned. The Fading of the Light is a must read for anyone who wants to be absorbed as well as utterly enchanted' Carol McGrath 'A compelling story, beautifully written and brought alive with rich historical detail . . . I was delighted to be taken back to Cornwall' Liz Harris 'A rich cast of characters, whose complex personalities I totally believed in, pulled me into this absorbing story' Molly Green 'An absorbing read with an interesting set of characters that vividly depicts the bohemian life of these Edwardian artists and their family dramas' Janet MacLeod Trotter



Edwardian House Style

Author : Hilary Hockman

Publisher : David & Charles Publishers

Page : 192 pages

File Size : 50,43 MB

Release : 2001

Category : Architecture

ISBN : 9780715312278

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Book Description

This source book for recreating the style and decor of the Georgian period, covers all aspects of internal and external plan and design, including gardens. It also provides information on how to restore, replace and care for period features.



The Victorian House Manual (2nd Edition)

Author : Ian Alistair Rock

Publisher : Haynes Publishing UK

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 30,98 MB

Release : 2015-05-15

Category : Architecture

ISBN : 9780857332844

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Book Description

Many of Britain's four million Victorian and Edwardian houses were shoddily built and often require 'essential repairs'. Problems such as rising damp, timber decay, bowed roofs and subsidence are well-known, but at what point do these common problems become major defects? Forget 'makeovers': this easy-to-use manual shows where to look for danger signs, what's normal and what isn't, and how to fix common defects. Equipped with this book, you can talk the same language as builders and property professionals, and this new edition includes updated rules and regulations as well as guidance on the latest environmental issues



Victorian and Edwardian Architecture

Author : Derek Avery

Publisher : Chaucer Press

Page : 156 pages

File Size : 23,90 MB

Release : 2003

Category : Architecture

ISBN :

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Book Description

Derek Avery gives a comprehensive guide to the architectural styles of the Victorian and Edwardian period, with in-depth descriptions of famous buildings of the time, their architects and uses today.