The Elements of Style: A Practical Encyclopedia of Interior Architectural Details from 1485 to the Present

The Elements of Style is the most comprehensive visual survey period by period feature by feature of the styles that have had the greatest impact on interiors of American and British domestic architecture. Unsurpassed in its range of illustrations this magnificent volume covers more than 500 years of architectural styles from Tudor to Post-Modern and includes a wealth of American and British vernacular styles. Everyone from owners of period houses restorers and architects to interior designers do it-yourself homeowners and all those interested in our building heritage will find this reference indispensable. More than 3000 analytical drawings and historic engravings are included in this updated edition as well as 400 photographs in color and over 1000 in black and white. These extraordinary images provide a systematic guide to the features appropriate for every part of a building from the major components such as doors windows walls floors ceilings and staircases to the small but impo