This is a guide to the style of houses built in the 1930s. Tradition continued to dominate the outside while inside art deco was all the rage. It contains many photographs and detailed drawings.
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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
By Darren Grant
Format:Paperback
Trevor Yorke clearly has a good understanding of the subject of housing design in the 1930's.
The book explains the various influences to the designs used and the social changes happening in the the 30's that prompted the new direction in house building. An interesting read for anyone interested in finding information about what features are original to a house of this period.
Seeing as how the choice of publications available on the subject is quite limited being such a specialist subject this publication is a fantastic effort, thank you Countryside books for publishing such an informative book.
The only reason I have given 4 stars instead of 5 is that the book is only 128 pages and I felt that Trevor Yorke probably has a lot more knowledge on the subject but has kept it a bit brief in places. So the only thing that would make the book better is a bit more of the same.
So in summary, this book is well worth buying if you are interested in the type of homes people lived in through the 1930's and during WW2 it provides an interesting history. Ideal for people restoring a house, trying to retain or replace original features.
The book explains the various influences to the designs used and the social changes happening in the the 30's that prompted the new direction in house building. An interesting read for anyone interested in finding information about what features are original to a house of this period.
Seeing as how the choice of publications available on the subject is quite limited being such a specialist subject this publication is a fantastic effort, thank you Countryside books for publishing such an informative book.
The only reason I have given 4 stars instead of 5 is that the book is only 128 pages and I felt that Trevor Yorke probably has a lot more knowledge on the subject but has kept it a bit brief in places. So the only thing that would make the book better is a bit more of the same.
So in summary, this book is well worth buying if you are interested in the type of homes people lived in through the 1930's and during WW2 it provides an interesting history. Ideal for people restoring a house, trying to retain or replace original features.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By B. C. Neale
Format:Paperback
An excellent easy to read and understand description of the 1930's Uk housing stock. Why they are like they are and what was so good about their design. Their place in todays housing market and what attracts so many people to them.
A well documented book.
A well documented book.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By zippy
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I cannot recommend this book series highly enough! Each volume contains a treasure trove of usefula and fascinating information about each type of architecture, and what's more, is fully illustated - not just a windbag of text. No, these books are fun! There are a wealth of diagrams, fully labelled, plus lots of photos to explain all those large and small features of a period house, much of which I hadn't noticed and very much wish I had. These books are an excellent first choice for any student of historical architecture, house renovators, and dolls house modellers, especially the latter.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
The most complete story of 1930's homes
If you love 1930's homes in the UK then this book gives you all the information you'll need with great black and white pictures and lots of cut away illustrations. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Whiskyroom
4.0 out of 5 stars
General interest book
A good book, but not much detail for the cost. I bought this to research the use of larders in kitchens; it does not go into any specifics but does give a good reference of general... Read more
Published 14 days ago by Duckpole
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellently Informative
I am interested in architecture of this period and see many examples of it in my hometown of Sheffield. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Joshua Brailsford
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good but a bit pricey
Probably better as a Kindle edition if and when available - the hard copy version is a bit dear for its size
Published 4 months ago by Paul
5.0 out of 5 stars
all you need
if like me you have a slight interest in 30s housing this is the book for you everything you need to know loads of photos and drawings after reading this im better informed. Read more
Published 6 months ago by m. dosa
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for A level History of Art project
My daughter is doing her A Level History of Art project on architecture from the renaissance in relation to social class and this litttle book has been very helpful
Published 6 months ago by sewer
5.0 out of 5 stars
A very interesting read
I wanted to know a bit more about the house I live in, and this short book was packed with information. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Rose
4.0 out of 5 stars
Detailed book
This book is packed full of detail to an extend it should have been a larger size. The book proved really good for my needs and if your interested in period buildings than I am... Read more
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