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Designs and Ornaments from the Chapels of Notre DameDesigns and Ornaments from the Chapels of Notre Dame 
by Eugene-Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc, Maurice Ouradou
These faithful reproductions of the cathedral's murals were executed after extensive 19th-century restorations. Sixty full-page plates are notable for their originality of design and for the soft, subtle harmony of their coloration.
A Chronology of Western ArchitectureA Chronology of Western Architecture 
by Doreen Yarwood
Accessible to casual and serious readers alike, this outstanding visual survey ranges from 2000 BC to the 1980s. It features more than 1,000 photographs and drawings, plus commentaries that place each building in historical context.
Barns, Sheds and Outbuildings: A Practical GuideBarns, Sheds and Outbuildings: A Practical Guide 
by Byron D. Halsted
Earthy, barn-building theories of 1881 extend to dog- and bird-houses and are based upon principles that still shine brightly today: light and air, space, cost, beauty, and convenience. 257 illustrations.

Ideal Homes of the ThirtiesIdeal Homes of the Thirties 
by Ideal Homes, Daniel Reiff
Reprint of a rare 1933 catalog showcases 60 plans for two-story houses. Photographs (most in full color), floor plans, and text depict a variety of styles, including colonial, mission, foursquare, and bungalow.
Luxury Apartment Houses of Manhattan: An Illustrated HistoryLuxury Apartment Houses of Manhattan: An Illustrated History 
by Andrew Alpern
Lavishly illustrated volume provides detailed mini-histories of the Gramercy, Ansonia, Hotel des Artistes, Joseph Pulitzer's palatial residence, and many other luxurious lodgings. 175 illustrations — many from private sources — depict interiors and exteriors. Introduction. Index.
Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater: The House and Its History, Second, Revised EditionFrank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater: The House and Its History, Second, Revised Edition 
by Donald Hoffmann
A total revision of the standard document on Fallingwater, the boldest, most personal architectural statement of Wright's mature years. Updated with valuable new material. "Fascinating." — The New York Times. 116 illustrations.

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1000 Turn-of-the-Century Houses: With Illustrations and Floor Plans1000 Turn-of-the-Century Houses: With Illustrations and Floor Plans
by Herbert C. Chivers
Reproduced from a rare edition, this showcase of homes ranges from cottages and bungalows to sprawling mansions. Each house is meticulously illustrated and accompanied by complete floor plans.

Our Price: $18.95

90 Houses of the Twenties: Cottages, Bungalows and Colonials90 Houses of the Twenties: Cottages, Bungalows and Colonials
by Jens Pedersen, Daniel D. Reiff
This outstanding house plan catalog from a prominent Midwestern builder was issued in 1929. Full-color, beautifully realistic illustrations of colonials, bungalows, duplexes, and more are accompanied by floor plans and detailed descriptions of interiors.

Our Price: $19.95

The American Vitruvius: An Architects' Handbook of Urban DesignThe American Vitruvius: An Architects' Handbook of Urban Design
by Werner Hegemann, Elbert Peets, Christiane Crasemann Collins
This classic encyclopedia of urban designs contains more than 1,200 plans, elevations, and perspective views. Its European and American buildings range from Renaissance structures to those of the 20th century.

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Barns, Sheds and Outbuildings: A Practical GuideBarns, Sheds and Outbuildings: A Practical Guide
by Byron D. Halsted
Earthy, barn-building theories of 1881 extend to dog- and bird-houses and are based upon principles that still shine brightly today: light and air, space, cost, beauty, and convenience. 257 illustrations.


Our Price: $11.95

The Building of ManhattanThe Building of Manhattan
by Donald A. Mackay, Donald A. Mackay
Meticulously accurate line drawings and fascinating text explain construction above and below ground, including excavating subway lines and building bridges and skyscrapers. Hundreds of illustrations reveal intricate details of construction techniques. A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.

Our Price: $14.95

A Chronology of Western ArchitectureA Chronology of Western Architecture
by Doreen Yarwood
Accessible to casual and serious readers alike, this outstanding visual survey ranges from 2000 BC to the 1980s. It features more than 1,000 photographs and drawings, plus commentaries that place each building in historical context.

Our Price: $19.95

Craftsman Bungalows: Designs from the Pacific NorthwestCraftsman Bungalows: Designs from the Pacific Northwest
by Yoho & Merritt
This reprint of a rare catalog, showcasing the charming simplicity and cozy style of Craftsman bungalows, is filled with photos of completed homes, plus floor plans and estimated costs. An indispensable resource for architects, historians, and illustrators.

Our Price: $10.95

Designs and Ornaments from the Chapels of Notre DameDesigns and Ornaments from the Chapels of Notre Dame
by Eugene-Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc, Maurice Ouradou
These faithful reproductions of the cathedral's murals were executed after extensive 19th-century restorations. Sixty full-page plates are notable for their originality of design and for the soft, subtle harmony of their coloration.

Our Price: $16.95

Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater: The House and Its History, Second, Revised EditionFrank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater: The House and Its History, Second, Revised Edition
by Donald Hoffmann
A total revision of the standard document on Fallingwater, the boldest, most personal architectural statement of Wright's mature years. Updated with valuable new material. "Fascinating." — The New York Times. 116 illustrations.

Our Price: $15.95
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The Gargoyle Book: 572 Examples from Gothic ArchitectureThe Gargoyle Book: 572 Examples from Gothic Architecture
by Lester Burbank Bridaham, Ralph Adams Cram
Dispelling the conventional wisdom that French Gothic architectural flourishes were born of despair or gloom, Bridaham reveals the whimsical nature of these creations and the ingenious artisans who made them. 572 illustrations.


Our Price: $18.95

Georgetown Houses of the Federal PeriodGeorgetown Houses of the Federal Period
by Deering Davis, Stephen P. Dorsey, Ralph Cole Hall
Classic study of 19 elegant brick houses constructed from 1780 to 1830, with detailed exterior and interior views of Riggs-Riley House, Tudor Place, Evermay, and more. Informative commentary on each structure.


Our Price: $12.95

Ideal Homes of the ThirtiesIdeal Homes of the Thirties
by Ideal Homes, Daniel Reiff
Reprint of a rare 1933 catalog showcases 60 plans for two-story houses. Photographs (most in full color), floor plans, and text depict a variety of styles, including colonial, mission, foursquare, and bungalow.

Our Price: $16.95

Lost America, Volume II: From the Mississippi to the PacificLost America, Volume II: From the Mississippi to the Pacific
by Constance M. Greiff
Part of a two-book set, this handsome volume of more than 300 images chronicles the disappearance of many historic properties in the West and urges the preservation of America's architectural heritage.

Our Price: $24.95

Luxury Apartment Houses of Manhattan: An Illustrated HistoryLuxury Apartment Houses of Manhattan: An Illustrated History
by Andrew Alpern
Lavishly illustrated volume provides detailed mini-histories of the Gramercy, Ansonia, Hotel des Artistes, Joseph Pulitzer's palatial residence, and many other luxurious lodgings. 175 illustrations — many from private sources — depict interiors and exteriors. Introduction. Index.

Our Price: $18.95

Masterpieces of American ArchitectureMasterpieces of American Architecture
by Edward Warren Hoak, Willis Humphrey Church
Splendid survey of buildings from 1900 to 1930 features works by McKim, Mead & White; Pope; Platt; Gilbert; others. The Boston Public Library, Lincoln Memorial, Woolworth Building, many more. 189 photos. 77 black-and-white illustrations.

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Masterpieces of Medieval Open Timber RoofsMasterpieces of Medieval Open Timber Roofs
by Raphael Brandon, J. Arthur Brandon
More than 50 illustrations of 34 major and minor English cathedrals and churches are included, as is background information on the religious and secular concerns addressed by artisans.


Our Price: $14.95

Old-Time American Cities and Sights CD-ROM and BookOld-Time American Cities and Sights CD-ROM and Book
by Carol Belanger Grafton
Greetings from Niagara Falls — and from San Francisco, Maine, Florida, and across the USA! Vintage postcards recapture the scenic grandeur of resort areas and bustling downtown streets. 262 images.

Our Price: $22.95

Paris Mansions and Apartments 1893: Facades, Floor Plans and Architectural DetailsParis Mansions and Apartments 1893: Facades, Floor Plans and Architectural Details
by Pierre Gelis-Didot
Selected from a very rare portfolio, this collection of exquisitely detailed drawings features 100 plates depicting 50 buildings. Full-page engravings of facades appear alongside floor plans and images of architectural details.

Our Price: $17.95

Plantation Houses and Mansions of the Old SouthPlantation Houses and Mansions of the Old South
by J. Frazer Smith
Rich survey ranges from pioneer cabins to French Provincial and Neoclassic revivals. Extensive commentary on each building, with over 100 detailed illustrations, including 36 floor plans. Bibliography.


Our Price: $19.95

Sears Modern Homes, 1913Sears Modern Homes, 1913
by Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Reproduced from a rare edition, this book features 112 designs for homes of "comfort and refinement," with external views, floor plans, and other details. 400 illustrations.

Our Price: $12.95

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