These exceptional houses—distinguished by their classical style and artistic integrity—represent the highest level of design and craftsmanship, fashioned for historic taste. A return to classicism and traditional styles has been widely observed in the world of architecture and design, and the houses in this volume represent the finest examples of new design based on historical precedents. These stunning residences are graced with regional character, impeccable craftsmanship, and classic beauty. Collaborating with leading landscape designers, decorators, and artisans, architects Mark Ferguson and Oscar Shamamian have produced homes that—whether country estates, suburban houses, or city apartments—are exquisite examples of timeless design for those who are inspired by historic styles. With lush photography capturing the allure of these of exteriors, interiors, and details—as well as original drawings and plans—the book will appeal to architects, interior designers, and homeowners with an eye for fine design and anyone wishing to be inspired by the poetry of history. Recognized by Architectural Digest in 2010 as being among the most important and influential architecture firms at work today, this beautifully illustrated volume presents Ferguson & Shamamian's finest work, including new houses, apartments, alterations and additions, and unbuilt design plans. Each of the nineteen homes featured in the book will be presented in detail, with full color photography and project descriptions written by the architects themselves. Eleven unbuilt projects will be represented by drawings, and eleven alterations and additions will be included in an appendix.
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“With their unerring sense of scale and modern take on textbook styles, AD100 architects Mark Ferguson and Oscar Shamamian easily rank among today’s finest designers. Highlights from the pair’s portfolio fill the recently released book…” ~Architectural Digest
“I’m thrilled to say that many of their designs are now beautifully presented for the enjoyment of all in the soon to be released Rizzoli book, New Traditional Architecture Ferguson & Shamamian Architects.” ~whatisjameswearing.com
“I’m thrilled to say that many of their designs are now beautifully presented for the enjoyment of all in the soon to be released Rizzoli book, New Traditional Architecture Ferguson & Shamamian Architects.” ~whatisjameswearing.com
About the Author
Mark Ferguson and Oscar Shamamian are partners in the New York–based Ferguson & Shamamian Architects LLP. Their work has been widely published in books and magazines, including Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, House Beautiful, House & Garden, and Town & Country. The firm has received numerous awards and was most recently honored with the prestigious 2003 Arthur Ross Award for Architecture from the Institute of Classical Architecture & Classical America. Richard Guy Wilson is chair of the Department of Architectural History at the University of Virginia.
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Chris Cross
Format:Hardcover
A beautifully-produced book of exquisite traditional dwellings. Wonderful photography and line drawings. I only have two quibbles: I would have loved for it to be twice as thick! And even though floor plans of the homes' first levels were reproduced, there were few of any other levels. But that's just me being greedy.
9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By G. Beekman
Format:Hardcover
This book is a must for anyone remotely interested in classic American residential or destinguished interior design. The book is beautifully crafted and I was blown away by the quality of the images and drawings (the book is also huge!). The beautiful homes depicted are detailed with tremedous attention and all are elegantly decorated. They will inspire your dreams!
8 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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This book is perfection. The houses/apartments and other other works are residential masterpieces. The firm of Ferguson & Shamamian is certainly the best or one of the best traditional architectural firms operting in the US today. The book is the ultimate testimony to the talent of this firm. I look forward to Volume II.
If residential architecture is an interest of any customer I suggest adding this book to any collection.
If residential architecture is an interest of any customer I suggest adding this book to any collection.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful Book
This is a great book. It is beautiful and has wonderful photos and details.
If you love houses or are building a traditional home - I would recommend this book as a... Read more
If you love houses or are building a traditional home - I would recommend this book as a... Read more
Published 1 month ago by S. Plowden
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great book...but the SIZE!!!
This book is beautiful and includes so many vital pieces of information that are often excluded from architecture books, namely floor plans and architectural renderings of both... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Callaghan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Most definitely a coffee table book
This book is just gorgeous! The architecture is art and Ferguson and Shamamian are the best in the business. I recommend it.
Published 4 months ago by Sylverdollar
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dreams Come True.....Amazing photos and home design ideas!
Been working on our home design for several years. We were in final stages of the last changes and our architect used this book to show us pictures of some of the things we had... Read more
Published 6 months ago by rbcola
5.0 out of 5 stars
So much more than expected!
As expected, the book is filled with luscious, mouth-watering images.
The format is over-sized. Read more
The format is over-sized. Read more
Published 6 months ago by R. MacTaggart
5.0 out of 5 stars
Traditional Architecture
It looks like a coffee table books but it's really beautiful illustrations and pictures of traditional homes taking a step forward in history. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Bonnie Bannister
1.0 out of 5 stars
Pompous, Overblown Book by Two Talentless Egomaniacal Bores
Mark Ferguson and Oscar Shamamian pretend to be the proponents of classical and traditional architecture. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Brian Scott Mednick
5.0 out of 5 stars
In a Word, Glorious
This is a great big, glorious book of seriously beautiful archiecture. I very nearly jumped up and down with joy after just leafing through this book, hefty as it is, and... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Jerry B
5.0 out of 5 stars
Spectacular
Wow.
The residential architecture of Ferguson & Shamamian is perfect. This is not stated lightly. Read more
The residential architecture of Ferguson & Shamamian is perfect. This is not stated lightly. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Harrison von Steiff
1.0 out of 5 stars
New Traditional... Why?
I fail to see how, or far more importantly, why we would want to contempemplate returning to "historic" styles. Read more
Published on May 10, 2011 by Larry A. Woodin
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