Barcelona is the gem of Catalonia, abundant in rich and colourful architecture and design. This book reveals the historic interiors of a wide and varied range of the most interesting historic interiors. Specially commissioned photographs capture the essence of the buildings, from those of Antonio Gaudi and Josep Cadalfach, to the grandeur of the Opera House and the intimacy of an old candle shop. The city's hotels, restaurants, cinemas and civic buildings are also featured. Each photograph is accompanied by a short text which reveals historical anecdotes attached to the interior and points out all the original features and aspects of architectural and design interest. Comprehensive information on buildings open to the public is included.
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This review is from: Inside Barcelona: Discovering the Classic Interiors of Barcelona (Inside Series) (Paperback)
This lovely book and its companion, "Inside Rome," are a terrific resource if you're a designer looking for inspiration. They are a sampler of unusual interiors from many different periods and styles, well photographed and nicely reproduced. The most interesting are those to which there is no public access - government buildings etc.
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This review is from: Inside Barcelona: Discovering the Classic Interiors of Barcelona (Inside Series) (Paperback)
I should be ashamed for giving this book only 4 stars. It's more like 4.5 stars - but not 5, trust me...
This lovely books shows some of the amazing interior designs of buildings in Barcelona. And it has to be said that some buildings are even more prettier on the inside then out. The contents are divide into chapters each focusing on specific types of buildings. I.e. schools, hotels, hospitals, ect. The photo's in this book are lovely and detailed but most buildings are presented with only 1 picture. Which brings up the reason why this isn't a 5 star book. There is this overwhelming feeling there could have been so much more. This book could have been 4 times as big - easy. It's almost frustrating to have but one photo of an entire building knowing there is much more to see. I'm hoping that one day that book will be published. What did surprise me is that in the back there is a "Gazetteer" with info on how to visit these buildings such as address and telephone. Highly recommended. Note: there is a paperback (1998) and a hardcover (1992) version!
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