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If You Lived Here: Houses of the World

Name: If You Lived Here: Houses of the World
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Book Synopsis: Master of the cut and paste art technique, Giles Laroche takes readers on a storytelling journey around the world that celebrates the diversity of homes and the people who are shaped by them. Step into unique homes from around the world and discover the many fascinating ways in which people live and have lived. If you lived in the mountains of southern Spain, your bedroom might be carved out of a mountain. If you lived in a village in South Africa, the outside of your house might tell the story of your family. And if you lived in a floating green house in the Netherlands, you could rotate your house to watch both the sunrise and sunset. With intricate bas-relief collages, Giles Laroche uncovers the reason why each home was constructed the way in which it was, then lets us imagine what it would be like to live in homes so different from our own. Showing the tremendous variety of dwellings worldwide—log cabins, houses on stilts, cave dwellings, boathouses, and yurts—this book addresses why each house is built the way that it is. Reasons—such as blending into the landscape, confusing invaders, being able to travel with one's home, using whatever materials are at hand—are as varied as the homes themselves.

List of Houses included:

Dogtrot log house, based on dogtrots built in the southern U.S.
Chalet, based on chalets built in the Austrian Alps.
Pueblo, Taos, New Mexico
Connected barn, based on connected barns common in northern New England.
Cave dwelling, Guadix, Andalucia, Spain
Palafitos (house on stilts), Chiloe Island, Chile
Palazzo Dario, Venice, Italy
Chateau La Brede, Bordeaux, France
Tulou, Hangkeng village, Yongding, China
Half-timbered houses, Miltenberg am Main, Germany
Greek island village houses, Astipalaia Island, Greece
Decorated houses of Ndebele, Pretoria, Transvaal, South Africa
Yurt, based on yurts in Mongolia and other parts of central Asia.
Airstream trailer, USA
Floating house, Middleburg, the Netherlands
Tree house, USA

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Looking for a book that will transport you to magical places around the world? Look no further than "If You Lived Here: Houses of the World." This captivating book, expertly illustrated by Giles Laroche, takes you on a journey to explore unique homes and the diverse cultures that have shaped them. With stunning bas-relief collages, Laroche brings to life log cabins, houses on stilts, cave dwellings, and more. Each dwelling is carefully crafted with attention to detail, making you feel like you're right there. Get ready to be amazed and inspired as you discover the fascinating ways people have adapted their homes to their environment.

Imagine waking up in a bedroom carved out of a mountain or living in a floating green house that rotates to offer panoramic views. "If You Lived Here" sparks your imagination and makes you wonder what it would be like to experience these extraordinary homes firsthand. From the cozy chalets of the Austrian Alps to the colorful decorated houses of Ndebele in South Africa, every page unveils a different architectural wonder. The diverse reasons behind each unique design are equally fascinating – blending into the landscape, confusing invaders, or simply using materials readily available.

Whether you're a travel enthusiast, an architecture lover, or simply curious about the world, "If You Lived Here: Houses of the World" is a must-have addition to your collection. Giles Laroche's intricate artistry combined with captivating storytelling will transport you to places you've never been before. Prepare to be enthralled as you explore the incredible variety of dwellings from all corners of the globe.

Ready to embark on this extraordinary journey? Immerse yourself in the world of unique homes by clicking here to get your copy of "If You Lived Here: Houses of the World." Let Giles Laroche's awe-inspiring illustrations and fascinating stories open your eyes to the wonders of human creativity and ingenuity in building homes.

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