Traditional Buildings of Britain (Vernacular Buildings (Yale))

Traditional Buildings of Britain (Vernacular Buildings (Yale))

by Rw Brunskill (Author)

Synopsis

The third edition contains a completely new and exciting chapter on the Vernacular Revival, which carries the story forward from the nineteenth to the late twentieth century, and is illustrated with Dr Brunskill's fine drawings, a feature of the book since the original publication. In addition, the Bibliography has been brought up to date, the Preface has been revised and a number of photographs have been replaced.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 208
Edition: 3rd Revised edition
Publisher: Yale University Press
Published: 03 Feb 2006

ISBN 10: 0304366676
ISBN 13: 9780304366675
Book Overview: Is the standard book on traditional buildings (also known as vernacular architecture) and is core stock. Dr Brunskill is a leading authority, highly respected. Contains an important new chapter on the Vernacular Revival. Has over 500 photographs and line drawings. Is of great interest to the general public as well as to architect, planners and conservationists.

Media Reviews
Ron Brunskill is the recognised authority on the history of vernacular building in Britain Building Conservation Journal Obligatory reading for architectural enthusiasts British Heritage
Author Bio
Dr Brunskill is the acknowledged authority on vernacular architecture and author of the definitive book on the subject Traditional Buildings of Britain. He was born in Cumbria and now lives in Wilmslow, Cheshire.