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Stickley's Craftsman Homes

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If you are interested in the work of Gustav Stickley, then this book is for you. This invaluable reference begins with a short biography on Stcckley and then gives a comprehensive introduction into the Craftsman Home idea. This included not only home designs, but extensive interior decoration, accessories and furniture. The book then goes on to describe chronologically each of the 221 homes which were designed by Stickley and his staff between 1904 to 1916 and published in the Craftsman Magazine. For almost all designs the original floorplans are given as well as original photos or drawings and photos of what the houses look like now. The descriptions are very concise as the author Ray Stubblebine is a scholar and expert in the field. He is also the photographer of this lavishly illustrated book. The book is well bound and the illustrations and photos are well printed. The bibliography contains many helpful sources. This book is a veritable Stickley encyclopedia and would make a fine addition to any collection of architecture books. It can also serve as a reference in identifying Stickley houses and furniture as well as serve as an aid for home restorers. Definitely a five star book.

This book is a dream if you love Stickley's homes. This book has all of Stickley's plans, and I found it a fascinating read. I really loved dreaming while reading, and the pictures and info were wonderful.

Wow ! Just received this and it is fat and heavy and loaded with incredible photos, plan reproductions, copied stuff from The Craftsman magazine ... If you are into Stickley, and especially into the houses he designed and published, then this is your destination. Expensive but worth it. Nice job everyone, and a big thanks to Gibbs Smith, who continue to show their support for the Arts and Crafts movement and architecture and building in general by publishing a slew of great books. Enjoy !

Fabulous book and/or coffee table piece for those lovers of Stickley architecture and craftsman design. Very comprehensive, historically astute and beautifully produced.