Ante Bellum Houses of the Bluegrass

The Development of Residential Architecture in Fayette County, Kentucky

Auteurs

• Clay Lancaster

Paramètres

• Pages: 200 pages
• Temps de lecture: 7 heures

• Architecture
• Architecture et urbanisme

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Focusing on the architectural heritage of Lexington and Fayette County, Kentucky, this work explores the unique ante bellum homes that reflect a blend of provincial style and craftsmanship. From early log cabins to mid-nineteenth century mansions, it traces the evolution of building practices influenced by immigration and cultural shifts. With 200 line drawings and a collection of halftone illustrations, the book serves as both a historical account and a guide for restoring these significant structures, emphasizing their distinctive qualities and the need for preservation.

Achat du livre

• Année de publication: 2014
• Reliure: (souple)