Profusely illustrated in black-and-white, this book illustrates the architectural accomplishments of Henry Mather Greene and Charles Summer Greene including their architectural design elements, floor plans, and more.
GREENE & GREENE ARCHITECTURE AS A FINE ART by Randell L. Makinson, Gibbs M. Smith Inc., SLC, 1977.
The California spirit of the American Arts and Crafts movement is best reflected in the works of Greene & Greene. This wonderfully illustrated book covers by chapter: The Forming Years 1868-1893; The Early Work – A Decade in Search 1893-1903; A Style Emerging 1903-1907; The Ultimate Bungalows 1907-1909; Convictions in Conflict and Change 1920-1922; Separate Work, Retirement and recognition 1923-1968; Selected Bibliography; Index; and Acknowledgments. In addition to Photographs of the homes and interiors, are floor plans and descriptions of their designs. This is an in-depth, comprehensive review of their work including biographical sketches of the architects.
9” x 9” softback in very good condition. 284 pages.
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