Colonial Revival / Early Revival (Old Colony Style)Books
Recommended Books
The Colonial Revival House
by Richard Guy Wilson: Abrams, 2004.
The
early years of the Colonial Revival in America and its motifs closely
overlap those of the Shingle Style. This is a one-of-a-kind, smart,
beautiful volume that includes 275 photos for inspiration.
Colonial Revival Maine
by Kevin Murphy: Princeton Architectural Pres, 2005
A
regional take on the development of a new colonial style (i.e., the
Shingle Style) by late-Victorian architects. Classical and colonial
influences are evident in architect-designed “summer cottages” in
Maine’s seaside resorts. Period drawings and archival photos of
interiors (very helpful!) are accompanied by exterior views and new
photos.
The Houses of McKim, Mead & White
by Samuel G. White: Universe, 2004.
The
pre-eminent firm is best known for their Beaux Arts classicism and
their public commissions. Seminal, too, were the early houses of MMW
and especially those of Stanford White, built for wealthy Easterners
during the Gilded Age. From 1879 to 1912, the firm designed over 300
houses in places like Newport, the Hudson Valley, and Long Island. Here
we see exteriors and rooms inside.
Colonial Style
by Treena Crochet: Taunton, 2005
Decorating
ideas for three house styles, whether renovated or built new:
traditional colonials, Cape Cods, and Saltboxes. Includes information
on concealing anachronisms like TVs and microwave ovens. Period details
explained. Very basic text and an eye toward renovation rather than
restoration, but the photos are pretty.
