Lifestyles Nature & Architecture: Casas en la Costa Mexicana (Hardcover)

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Product Description

Seventeen spectacular homes nestled on the Pacific coast of Mexico are featured in gorgeous detail in Pacific Coastal Homes. These homes represent some of the best work of noted architects such as Fernando de Haro, Enrique, Zozaya, Manuel Mestre, and Marco Aldaco. Sections cover Natural Impressions -- entrances and exteriors; Interior Style -- living rooms and dining rooms; Intimate Spaces -- bedrooms and bathrooms; and Outdoor Life -- pools and terraces. In the introduction are images from Careyes, where the palapas architecture was first used for these types of homes. 200 color photographs are featured.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 200 pages
• Publisher: AM Editores; Fourth Edition edition (August 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9685336091
• ISBN-13: 978-9685336093
• Product Dimensions: 12.3 x 9.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #826,247 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring photos, May 26, 2003

By	A. J. Busch "abusch10" (Santa Barbara, Ca) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

We are considering a move to pacific Costa Rica (As the native ex-patriots call it "Hawaii for half the price") and this book is loaded with design ideas. In every way this book is a gem and I look and buy architectural design books quite frequently... this one blew me away. I often look at books on contemporary Mexican design as well as books with an Asian theme; Thai, Bali and Ibiza, Greece, in general homes with a coastal or tropical feel and with lots of mystery and sun. This book fulfils my requirements and without any waste. Some books will have a few great photos and alot of duds thrown in. Either photos that don't radiate much excitement or drama or are of mundane ho hum same same you have seen elsewhere and probably better. Or shots of mediocre furnishings ... This book firstly doesn't have one wasteful photo and it displays some of the great contemporary (Mexican) architects who you may want to design your next home... furthermore, it was wonderfuly edited so that you feel a great flow thoughout. You will also be impressed with some of the textiles and ideas for built in furniture. These homes have drama, mystery, and reflect a wonderful coexistence with the majesty of this beautiful coastal rocky terrain. They are homes which truly integrate into the surrounding nature with great respect for their environment rather then being ostentious monstrocities. These homes have a Wow factor as they are commanding but have subtle grace at the same time.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful & Lush, November 2, 2006

By	John F. Counts (Boston, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A beautifully photographed collection of dreamy paradise escape homes, as well as a great source of ideas for developing our own corners of the world. The paper and printing is high quality and vibrant.