The Nature of Home: Creating Timeless Houses
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Author Description
Light-filled houses built with an emphasis on natural materials by award-winning Southern architect Jeffrey Dungan. Following in the tradition of populist architects Gil Schafer and Bobby McAlpine, Dungan designs new traditional houses for today—houses with clean lines, made with stone and wood, that carry an air of lasting beauty and that are made to be handed on to future generations. In his first book, Dungan shares his advice and insight for creating these “forever” houses and explores eight houses in full, from a beach house on the Gulf Coast to a farmhouse in the Southern countryside to a family home in the Blue Ridge Mountains. All speak of authenticity, timelessness, and lived history that reveals itself through the rich patinas and natural textures that come with age. Layered in between are thematic essays and imagery celebrating the importance of elements such as light, stone, and rooflines in creating a home.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book explores the principles of creating timeless residential architecture that emphasizes natural materials and enduring beauty. Award-winning architect Jeffrey Dungan shares his philosophy and practical advice for designing houses meant to last for generations. The book delves into eight distinct projects, showcasing a range of settings from coastal beaches to rural countrysides and mountain regions. Through these examples and thematic essays on elements like light and rooflines, Dungan illustrates how authenticity and lived history are woven into the fabric of a home.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Design principles for creating timeless houses with clean lines.
- Emphasis on natural materials such as stone and wood.
- Case studies of eight diverse residential projects.
- Thematic essays on the importance of light, rooflines, and texture in home design.
- Insights into achieving authenticity and a sense of lived history in architecture.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The book is presented as a guide to creating enduring homes, drawing parallels with established architects known for traditional design. The focus on natural materials, clean lines, and generational longevity suggests a readership interested in classic, high-quality residential architecture. The inclusion of eight detailed case studies and thematic essays indicates a comprehensive approach to architectural design and philosophy.
Page Count:
256
Publication Date:
2018-09-04
Publisher:
Rizzoli
ISBN-10:
0847863069
ISBN-13:
9780847863068
Non-Fiction
Architecture
Home Design
Residential Architecture
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