New Sri Lankan house / by Robert Powell ; photography by Sebastian Posingis ; essays by David Robson

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Powell, Robert

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Material type: Text

TextLanguage: English Publication details: London : Talisman Publishing, Laurence King Publishing, 2015.Description: 223 p. : col. illISBN:

9781780675749
9789810913533

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DDC classification:

728 POW-N

Contents:

Contents : New directions in tropical architecture in Sri Lanka / Robert Powell -- Introduction : pioneers of house design in Sri Lanka / David Robson -- Bawa's legacy : the Horagolia Stables -- Country houses -- Coastal houses -- Houses on the edge -- City houses.

Summary: The new Sri Lankan house charts the development of private houses in the 21st century in a variety of locations around the island. Most are the work of 'home-grown' architects, many of whom are indebted to the influence of the island's most famous son, Geoffrey Bawa. Through the inclusion of plans and sections, full-colour photographs and interviews with owners and architects, Powell traces the evolution of residence styles in both urban and rural areas. Of paramount importance are sustainability and suitability to site and climate, topics that Powell investigates in depth. In addition, introductory essays by renowned author-architect David Robson set Powell's observations within the wider context of the history of architectural development in Sri Lanka. Whether an architect, designer or simply somebody who enjoys looking at beautiful homes, The new Sri Lankan house will both educate and entertain.

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode	Item holds
Books	Library, SPAB K-2	Non Fiction	728 POW-N (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available		010196

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents : New directions in tropical architecture in Sri Lanka / Robert Powell --
Introduction : pioneers of house design in Sri Lanka / David Robson --
Bawa's legacy : the Horagolia Stables --
Country houses --
Coastal houses --
Houses on the edge --
City houses.

The new Sri Lankan house charts the development of private houses in the 21st century in a variety of locations around the island. Most are the work of 'home-grown' architects, many of whom are indebted to the influence of the island's most famous son, Geoffrey Bawa. Through the inclusion of plans and sections, full-colour photographs and interviews with owners and architects, Powell traces the evolution of residence styles in both urban and rural areas. Of paramount importance are sustainability and suitability to site and climate, topics that Powell investigates in depth. In addition, introductory essays by renowned author-architect David Robson set Powell's observations within the wider context of the history of architectural development in Sri Lanka. Whether an architect, designer or simply somebody who enjoys looking at beautiful homes, The new Sri Lankan house will both educate and entertain.

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