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Tropical Living: Contemporary Dream Houses in the Philippines by Elizabeth V. Reyes
Author(s): Elizabeth V. Reyes (Author)
- Publisher: Periplus Editions (February 27,2007)
- ISBN-10: B01B99CNUU
Book Description
This tropical design book showcases the innovative interior designs and architecture of The Philippines most luxurious homes.Start with a warm tropical climate. Add an abundance of exotic natural building material. And then let the cross currents of Asian design and aesthetics create a rich architectural alchemy of it’s own. The result? The exquisite homes of the Philippines, a perfect balance of form and functionality, beautifully portrayed in Tropical Living .This Filipino design book presents over 30 of the latest homes in the from a classic old-world penthouse in the art-deco Malate area to the creative homes of artists of from Asian-fusion villas on Batangas Bay to the elite Philippine Mediterranean manors of Forbes park, the book covers Filipino taste in all of its manifestations.With over 400 fabulous full-color photographs and texts from some of the country’s leading architects and authors, there is also an inspirational sourcebook of contemporary tropical furnishings. It is a book of ideas to dip into, and savor.
