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Overview"The approach of the millennium has heralded a renaissance in urban living that has seen the widespread conversion of former schools, factories, hospitals, warehouses, and commercial spaces to provide stylish accommodation in our increasingly overcrowded cities. Formerly a marginal residential option, favored mostly by artists whose oversized artworks required the big, open spaces offered by industrial or commercial buildings, lofts have now become the fashionable choice for those who want to break free from the restrictions of conventional apartments. Designed along the lines of classic New York lofts, these vast spaces offer urban dwellers inspirational space. With stunning photographs of some of the world's most innovative conversions-- including the work of leading international architects and designers-- ""Lofts"" is the ultimate sourcebook for stylish, urban living. Combining the aspirational with the practical, it provides design solutions on a vast scale, whether you choose to commission an architect or interior designer or take on the work yourself. With creative ideas and key information for everything from space-planning and maximizing design characteristics to decorative schemes, fabrics, and furniture,"" Lofts ""illustrates how to create the definitive living space that complements your lifestyle and combines aesthetics with comfort." Full Product DetailsAuthor: BanksPublisher: Universe Publishing Imprint: Universe Publishing Dimensions: Width: 23.20cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 28.10cm Weight: 0.866kg ISBN: 9780789303615ISBN 10: 0789303612 Pages: 180 Publication Date: 15 October 1999 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Book Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Out of stock Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |