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"Lewis (architect, UK) provides straightforward practical advice on the creation of humane and responsible housing from individuals engaged directly in design of such places.. The book consists of two parts: a series of essays on important topics in housing, and analytical case studies . . . The case studies are clearly and consistently organized and illustrated to provide a basis for comparison between housing.The case studies also bear witness to the wisdom of the advice offered in the introductory essays. Taken together, the various parts of this book constitute an excellent, well-balanced primer on contemporary housing design."
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"One of the key messages in this excellent book is that although beautiful buildings enrich our lives they do not exist in isolation."
- Richard Rogers, Richard Rogers Partnership, UK
"The case studies presented in this book are all unique but all share the same essential ingredients for success."
- Jon Rouse, The Housing Corporation, UK
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FRONT TO BACK sees urban housing as places to live rather than individual buildings. Using a unique design agenda it provides a step by step approach to achieving quality urban living.
· A useful background to the wider issues of housing
· An easy to use design agenda for housing
· Well-illustrated and beautifully presented in full colour
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"Lewis (architect, UK) provides straightforward practical advice on the creation of humane and responsible housing from individuals engaged directly in design of such places.. The book consists of two parts: a series of essays on important topics in housing, and analytical case studies . . . The case studies are clearly and consistently organized and illustrated to provide a basis for comparison between housing.The case studies also bear witness to the wisdom of the advice offered in the introductory essays. Taken together, the various parts of this book constitute an excellent, well-balanced primer on contemporary housing design."
- Choice
"One of the key messages in this excellent book is that although beautiful buildings enrich our lives they do not exist in isolation."
- Richard Rogers, Richard Rogers Partnership, UK
"The case studies presented in this book are all unique but all share the same essential ingredients for success."
- Jon Rouse, The Housing Corporation, UK
Product Description
FRONT TO BACK sees urban housing as places to live rather than individual buildings. Using a unique design agenda it provides a step by step approach to achieving quality urban living.
· A useful background to the wider issues of housing
· An easy to use design agenda for housing
· Well-illustrated and beautifully presented in full colour
See all Product Description
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