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Vintage House Book, Classic American Homes 1880-1980
Author(s): Tad Burness (Author)
- Publisher: Krause Pubns Inc
- Publication Date: January 1, 2003
- Language: English
- Print length: 256 pages
- ISBN-10: 0873495330
- ISBN-13: 9780873495332
Book Description
Follow the progression of the American home with this latest creation from the Tad Burness studio. This one-of-a-kind collection features historical, exciting, and beautiful homes from 1880 to 1980. Each yearly section presents various styles of houses, kitchens, baths, floor plans, light fixtures, and new developments. Many of the time periods include detailed advertisements with original prices, competing household appliances, and new fads. Representative regions and styles include the kit houses of the early 1900s, Victorian-style homes, and Mediterranean looks. The wealth of information and detail will pique the curiosity of those interested in home restoration, and retro design, as well as architects, real estate agents, interior designers, and members of historical societies.
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About the Author
Tad Burness has been interested in houses since his early teens, and this collection represents the vast range of his interests. Tad has written 26 books previous to this one, including Ultimate Auto Album, Classic Railroad Advertising, Ultimate Car Spotters Guide 1946-1969, and Ultimate Truck and Van Spotters Guide 1925-1990. He lives in Pacific Grove, California.
