Spanish Revival Architecture

More than 500 period photographs explore the Spanish Revival movement (1915-1940) in architecture. Original Spanish and Mediterranean buildings inspired partrons on the grand tour in Europe to build for themselves these sturdy homes in the 20th century that reflect a strong Mediterranean heritage. Tiled roofs and floors arched windows and passageways and stone walls and floors characterize the style. Exquisite details are explored both inside and out from residential commercial and public projects. Sections in the book focus on exterior details including outdoor rooms and staircases verandahs patios and courtyards pools fountains chimneys and garden gates. Inside revel in beamed ceilings fireplaces tile details lighting and flooring. In addition to dozens of private residences this book tours retail and commercial spaces churches schools libraries theaters and private clubs. Work by celebrated architects who helped pioneer the Spanish Revival movement is featured including George Washington Smith Wallace Neff Gordon Kauffman Morgan Walls and Clements and many others. Also some architectural renderings and floor plans are included. Architects designers and remodelers will find inspiration for today's structures on every page.

Hardcover: 240 pages

Publisher: Schiffer Pub Ltd (October 30 2005)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0764323091

ISBN-13: 978-0764323096

Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 1.4 x 12 inches

Shipping Weight: 4.2 pounds