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Adirondack Home

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imagining yourself in the homes pictured in this magnificent book. Again, Kylloe has outdone himself capuring the pure essence of what a true home in the Adirondacks is all about. No author has a better technique on showing the reader all the rustic beauty thats out there far beyond our imaginations, by taking us on his personal home tours into some of the most gorgous beautiful Adirondack homes, most on lakes. He includes Adirondack history and again shows us in many of the homes the rustic furniture and decorating styles that depicks the true meaning of what life must be like for some to own these truely magnificent homes.

"In time the Adirondacks became synonymous with rugged living, fishing and hunting, other outdoor activities and all sorts of rest and relaxation. It was because of the great camps and rustic furniture that Adirondack became a style until its own." ~Ralph Kylloe

After a brief history with pictures, Ralph Kylloe delves into the beauty of Adirondack design. There are magical items in this book you may never see anywhere else like the rustic and romantic bridge design, complete with trolls.

The magical computer desk and chair look like something out of a fairy tale. Contemporary boats rest in luxurious boathouses and small guest houses are nestled beneath the trees. Many lodges and camps are featured and show the ingenuity of design. Chairs made with boat paddles and artistic waterways flowing through wood decks make this a very intriguing read. What is most interesting is how the exterior is brought inside and how artist envision one-of-a-kind pieces of furniture.

This book would be an inspiration to artists, architects and designers interested in this classic style.

~The Rebecca Review

This is a must read for any who are interested in the Adirondack style, or in Camp Topridge, the great camp which once belonged to Marjorie Meriweather Post.
Outstanding!

Ralph Kylloe did a excellent job of describing the Adirondack region and its homes. The photos are an inspiration, especially to someone owning an Adirondack home.

RALPH KYLLOE'S SELECTED PLACE TO LIVE & HAVE HIS STUDIO & SHOWROOM IS NO COINCIDENCE. WITH HIS TALENT & ABUNDANCE OF ENERGY, HE COULD HAVE CHOSEN ANYWHERE TO LIVE. I AM SURE, ONE OF THE PRIMARY REASONS FOR CHOOSING THE ADIRONDACKS TO CALL HOME IS THE HISTORY & ABUNDANCE OF ANTIQUE & CONTEMPORARY RUSTIC HOMES, FURNISHINGS, & ACCESSORIES THAT SURROUND & MOTIVATE HIM... ALSO, THE CONCENTRATION OF GREAT RUSTIC ARTISTS, SUCH AS BARNIE BELLINGER, JACK LEADLEY, ETC., ETC. AS HIS NEIGHBORS. THIS WONDERFUL PUBLICATION IS THE CULMINATION OF HIS PROVOCATION, AS KYLLOE GENEROUSLY PROVIDES EVERYONE WHO READS & OBSERVES THIS FANTASTIC BOOK WITH THEIR OWN INSPIRATIONAL & DECORATIVE IDEAS---A MUST HAVE!!!

Gorgeous book! Am a fan of Mr. Kylloe's books as I love log homes. This book makes a wonderful gift for anyone interested in the prospect of owning or living in a log structure. You cannot go wrong with Mr. Kylloe's books. The photography is stunning and the pages contain very unusual log and rustic artifacts.