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Recommended Books
The Ranch House
by Alan Hess: Harry N. Abrams, 2004.
Proof
that the Ranch has taken its place as a legitimate American historic
style, even with the inclusion of simpler and later examples. Offering
a broad (but defensible) definition of the Ranch in all its forms, the
book draws parallels with Bungalow and Modern architecture. The bulk of
the book is a 140-page chapter showing 26 restored homes (built
1935-1968). Never has the Ranch looked so good.
Western Ranch Houses
by Cliff May: Sunset Magazine, 1958. Still available.Eichler
Modernism
Rebuilds the American Dream by Paul Adamson: Gibbs Smith, 2003. A
really beautiful book in all ways, this one captures the essence of its
subject: Joseph Eichler, the builder who reshaped middle-class houses
with his combination of architectural panache and social conscience.
History, architecture, photos old and new.
Eichler Homes, Design for Living
by Jerry Ditto: Chronicle Books, 1995
The first book on Eichler, documenting the breadth of his influence.
Atomic Ranch
by Michelle Gringeri-Brown: Gibbs Smith, 2006
A
beautifully photographed book covering the post-war ranch, 1946 to
1970, with an emphasis on Modern design. Includes Eichler homes and
those in Palm Springs, Florida, but also brick L-shaped ranches and
split-levels around the country. Ranch House Style by Catherine Samon:
Clarkson Potter, 2003 The builder’s ranch rediscovered as an adaptable
form for expansion or decorating in various styles. Lots of interior
photos.
Updating Ranches
by M. Caren Connolly: Taunton, reprinted 2006
Twenty examples of updated and new ranch houses, with before and after floor plans and interior details.
see also
Atomic Ranch (quarterly magazine)atomic-ranch.com
