An architect who excelled at transforming an architectural fantasy into a practical; livable home; Addison Mizner was one of the most original and influential designers America has produced. The houses; clubs; and shops he built for the wealthy of Palm Beach and Boca Raton; Florida; evince a brilliant grasp of how to blend a building with the environment; how to adapt it to the climate and how to situate it in order to make the best use of the elements of sea; light; and air.This lavishly illustrated volume recaptures the genius of Addison Mizner. It contains over 180 photographs — both interiors and exteriors — depicting more than 30 residences; including Mizners own; plus those of Harold Vanderbilt; Rudman Wanamaker; A. J. Drexel Biddle; Jr.; Edward Shearson; Mrs. Hugh Dillman; and many more. Also covered are such landmark Mizner creations as the Everglades Club; Via Parigi; the Singer Building; The Cloister at Boca Raton; the Riverside Baptist Church at Jacksonville; and many others.A superb appreciation by author and journalist Ida M. Tarbell offers fascinating glimpses into Mizners early life and background; and how it prepared him to develop architecture that "belonged" in the Florida landscape. Inspired by the beauty and charm of the villas and palaces of the Mediterranean; Mizner designed in a Spanish Colonial style far better suited to the subtropical sun and climate of Florida than the transplanted houses of the North at first so common in the state. A new Introduction by Mizner scholar Donald W. Curl offers an additional appreciation of the architect and his innovative and imaginative conceptions; which continue to win new admirers among connoisseurs of classic design.Reproduced from a rare edition much sought after by collectors; this inexpensive volume will be welcomed by architects; students and historians of architecture — and anyone interested in the life and achievements of Addison Mizner.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. this is a great place to start your paradeBy GGilThis was a beautiful adaptation of the original book written by Ford Maddox Ford. I enjoyed this book because it not only expressed every word which sometimes was difficult to understand watching the movie alone but also described each scene in some detail including characters names and places.This interpretation does not get close to the original book in complexity or literary finesse but for anyone who wants to catch up quickly and enjoy this wonderful story this is a great place to start.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Parades End Drama Series with ExtrasBy mind_84Even with the subtitles turned on whilst watching the series; it was a chore to pick up every single word to fully appreciate the beauty of this film. This adaptation is basically the screenplay of the 5-part HBO-BBC mini series; with several deleted scenes - dvd/Blu-ray extras if you will. What a treat and a helpful tool for reading the original tetralogy.1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Five starsBy Lynda English-bervidWonderful. Glad I bought it.