Containing over 1200 photographs and detailed line drawings from which one can design and build directly; Patterns from the Golden Age of Rustic Design is a valuable reference for preservationists; historians; designers; and homeowners. Albert Good provided plans for the construction of cabins; lodges; hotels; fireplaces; boat houses; furniture; fixtures; and more. Initially developed as a teaching tool for designers in the 1930s; this book is for anyone who has a desire to duplicate the classic; rustic structures commonly found in state and national parks. The designs extend to the use of stone in New England and the proliferation of the pueblo and mission styles in the southwest; as well as structures made of logs and mortar. In this informative treasure of a design book; you will find that the author reached his principal goal to present structures that "appear to belong and be a part of their settings."
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A Personal Journey Through the World of StorytellingBy Rangler555"Whats the Story" is a wonderful book about being an artist; through the medium of storytelling in the performing arts. Anne Bogart is a theatre maker. But as one reads the book; which is divided into many sections and subsections (good) on theory; practicum; aesthetics; audience reception; Bogart chronicles her process as an artist; by telling stories about her experiences. She is brutally honest about her own thinking; expectations; and the lessons she learned; as much through her careful preparation for projects; as well as what she learned in adapting to things she could not control. She especially discusses capitalizing on the unexpected. The book is educational; inspirational; and motivational. Her detailed focus on her mental process in different productions is one aspect of the book which makes it different from many other books on creating; writing; etc.: It is written for the thinking artist; for the artist who confronts challenges outside of their comfort zone. "Whats the Story" chronicles a personal journey of practice; reflection; and; when discussing the long history of projects she has performed with her SITI theatre group; she mentions the names of many other performers and practitioners who the reader may want to research. I am a writer of fiction and dramatic material; and I gained invaluable insights into how to think about my craft. The ideas Bogart discusses are interdisciplinary; as her work is. I will read this book again. It is invaluable.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Anne Bogart brings revelations of space; time; intention ...By Danielle RicciAnne Bogart brings revelations of space; time; intention; and direction through reflection of her own history. Reminding us of the struggle of a young artist with huge dreams and leading us through her mind as she attains goals; Bogart writes with passion and a sense of honesty that we can all relate to. Inspiring reflection on onersquo;s own practice; ldquo;Whatrsquo;s the Storyrdquo; offers a way to clearly ldquo;listen and respondrdquo; to ourselves and the art we make. This informs our ldquo;psychology; motivation; spatial; and temporal choices; gesture; physical action and dramaturgyrdquo; as she addresses the how and why of the creative choices we make as artists through the lens of a director. This series of essays creates relationalities between the performing arts; bridging the gap between directors; choreographers; actors; and dancers.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Bogart is the New BlackBy David R. MclaurinShe did it again guys. Her new book is a continuation of her thoughts found in her earlier books; but with a twist. Here; she focuses on the art of storytelling. What compels us to tell stories? How do we continue to thrive as artists? Who really needs theater? Here; she even goes further into the scientific and sociological aspects of why we enjoy a good story. Do yourself a favor and buy this book. I assure you; you will not be disappointed.