Bøger af Charles Edward Hooper

""The Country House: A Practical Manual Of The Planning And Construction Of The American Country Home And Its Surroundings"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Charles Edward Hooper in 1905. The book provides a detailed overview of the planning and construction of country homes in America, including the design of the house and its surrounding landscape. Hooper covers a wide range of topics related to country house design, including the selection of building materials, the layout of rooms, the placement of windows and doors, and the use of decorative features such as moldings and trim. He also discusses the importance of considering the natural environment when designing a country home, including factors such as topography, climate, and vegetation.In addition to discussing the design of the house itself, Hooper also provides guidance on the design and construction of outbuildings such as barns, stables, and carriage houses. He also covers topics such as landscaping, including the selection of plants, trees, and shrubs, and the design of gardens, paths, and outdoor living areas.Overall, ""The Country House"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the design and construction of country homes in America. Its practical advice and detailed illustrations make it a useful reference for architects, builders, and homeowners alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

In this 1905 text, author Charles Hooper aims to help American homeowners and builders to create their dream homes and gardens with a minimum of mistakes.