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Italian Villas

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This is a very informative and interesting book. The pictures though well executed are not as vivid as I expected, I don't know if it's because of the paper used or the exposer, they just don't pop vividly off the page like you often see in books of this price but they are well done and are clear. Having said that the villas covered are great and the picture ARE well executed, all the major areas of Italy are covered and the villas chosen are the best. I really did like this book, it's just that I have owned such fine books, I expect alot, but I do highly recomment the book to anyone interested the subject, it is a fine book and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

This is one of six dated books I bought for decorating ideas on use of space, creating a strong landscaping, architectural and room statements, storage, hiding the functional in plain sight. The other three books I bought on Italian style focused on building structure and somewhat more rustic styles. This beautiful book, published in 2003, presents the style of the affluent living in settings with strong classical influences. It is organized by region, so there is a taste of each section of Italy. It is good for landscaping ideas, ideas on how to further a strong decorating statement by incorporating architectural accents, and color.

If you like Italian architecture, then you will surely enjoy this book.
The book contains many illustrations with complete descriptions. Honestly, if you like italian villas, this book is certainly a must for your private library.