Colonial Style: Creating Classic Interiors in Your Cape,Colonial

by Treena Crochet

California Cape Cods and 21st-century Colonials proclaim the enduring popularity of colonial architecture. Colonial Style provides both inspiration and practical advice to homeowners looking to increase their home's livability while retaining its classic charm. The book explains the differences between three styles - Colonial, Cape Cod, and Saltbox - and chapters cover doors and windows, trim work, built-ins, floor and wall treatments, paint colors, and incorporating today's kitchens and baths into a timeless colonial interior.

Genres: Nonfiction, Architecture

186 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[Evelyn Saenz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book give details about windows and doors that help you to understand the typical house built during the colonial period.

[Mindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was great for ideas on everything! It will help me build my dream home for sure...but not for awhile:(

[Jay · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty pictures, thin on substance. If you want your home to look like a museum go for it.