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OverviewFollowing interviews with many of the architects and owners, she discusses each house in detail; her informed and engaging text is matched by Richard Powers' striking photography.A must for anyone interested in architecture and design. To Karen, the super house has nothing to do with size; instead, it is one that has a strong connection with nature, that goes well beyond the everyday, and that, through the sensitivity of both architect and client, is imbued with mindfulness. From Australia to Ireland, Italy to Morocco, she's found such spiritually uplifting places. Following interviews with many of the architects and owners, she discusses each house in detail; her informed and engaging text is matched by Richard Powers' striking photography.A must for anyone interested in architecture and design. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Karen McCartney , Richard PowersPublisher: Penguin Random House Australia Imprint: Lantern Dimensions: Width: 25.70cm , Height: 2.90cm , Length: 35.10cm Weight: 2.560kg ISBN: 9781921383571ISBN 10: 1921383577 Pages: 336 Publication Date: 22 October 2014 Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsThese unique homes will inspire you to think outside the box. -- Architectural Digest Online, 11/9/2015 These unique homes will inspire you to think outside the box. -- Architectural Digest Online, 11/9/2015 -These unique homes will inspire you to think outside the box.--- Architectural Digest Online, 11/9/2015 Author InformationKaren McCartney has a wealth of experience in the areas of design, art and architecture. From an Honours degree in the History of Art & English from University College London, and her first job on British magazine Art Monthly, Karen has written for British Elle Decoration and The World of Interiors. Here in Australia she edited Marie Claire Lifestyle and was founding editor of interiors magazine Inside Out where she held the position for 10 years. During her time at News Corp Australia highlights include the successful relaunch of Country Style and the development and launch of the body&soul website. In 2012 she led News Corporation Australia's push for greater content relevant to women. Karen is now editorial director of online retailer Temple & Webster. She has published two successful architecture books on iconic Australian houses, and has curated an exhibition on the subject for Sydney Living Museums. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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