Casa California: Spanish-Style Houses From Santa Barbara to San Clemente

Book Description

The Spanish-style architecture of Southern California's seaside estates, canyon villas, and courtyard bungalows is central to its romantic image, one that has traditionally evoked a Mediterranean paradise. The details of this inexhaustively rich style-- ornate wrought iron and wood balconies, colorful tiles, graceful arches, and palm-dotted gardens-- reflect the region's Spanish, Mexican, and southwestern history and culture as well as its popular outdoor lifestyle.

This book showcases Southern California's most historically significant and beautifully preserved Spanish-revival houses of this century. Twenty-one private homes built between 1922 and 1991 are featured in stunning color photography that captures exterior and interior architectural details, Spanish and Mexican antique furnishings and folk art, and lush landscaping and tiled fountains. Among these are the Adamson House in Malibu, with its extraordinary collection of custom tile from Malibu Potteries; the contemporary Greenberg House in Brentwood, by Ricardo Legorreta; The Andalusia Courtyard Apartments in Hollywood; and Casa Pacifica, the former home of Richard Nixon, overlooking the ocean in San Clemente. Brief narratives highlight the history of each building and its design influences on the Spanish-revival movement in California.

The Spanish revival grew in popularity around the turn of the century when many young American architects traveled to Spain, Italy, and Mexico, bringing back sketches and, as the foreword notes, romantic memories of "graceful foliage...small Indian towns...tiled dome and rococo towers." Hundreds of Spanish-style houses, apartments, and bungalows were built throughout Southern California in the following decades, many of them commissioned for movie stars such as Charlie Chaplin and Rudolph Valentino.

The Spanish revival is marked by two main phases: the mission revival, which incorporates the white stucco, cloistered patios, tile roofs, and exposed-beam ceilings typical of eighteenth-century California missions; and the more elaborate Mediterranean revival, influenced by Spanish and Italian Renaissance sources, eighteenth-century Spanish plateresque and churrigueresque forms, and Moorish-Andalusian styles.

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Casa California evaluation.......2007-09-11

This book is a very useful handbook for any Architectural or interior designer, it contains a lot of ideas a lot of which (in my openion) are easy to be implemented and does not cost so much.

Best Regards
Tareq Azzam

Casa California: Spanish-Style Houses From Santa Barbara to San Clemente.......2007-03-09

Ideal for learning about the architecture and decortating styles of Spanish style homes. The photgraphs are beautiful. I will rely on this book when I design my new home.

Wonderful Book!.......2006-08-12

Great book! The minute I opened it I knew it was going to be a thrilling trip to another time in California history. Beautiful pictures of grand homes, grounds, and other structures built with Spanish and Mexican influence. If you want just one book covering this subject, this would be the one to buy. Highly recommend.

Images of California Style.......2006-06-09

CSAS CALIFORNIA is one of the coffee table books bound to please not only those who live in California and are eager to study examples of California architecture termed Spanish Revival, but also a fine gift for those out of state friends who wonder if California has any history before 1950!

After an informative foreword by art historian David Gebhard and a tasty introduction by former Architectural Digest editor Elizabeth Jean McMillian the pages of this beautifully designed and elegantly captioned book survey some twenty-one homes built between 1922 and 1991 from Santa Barbara to San Clemente. Not only are the homes photographed formally by photographer Melba Levick, but they also show details of tiles, arches, columns, floors, fixtures and other aspects of design. Each home is then shown with images from the gardens surrounding it as well as the vistas from every vantage. And of special note are comments from the architects (the homes all date from between 1922 and 1991) as well as anecdotes about the current and previous owners.

This book, though published in 1996, remains the most complete examination of the combined Hispanic mission and Mediterranean revival styles now termed Spanish Revival. This is a fine book for those with the California Dream, and for those living it! Grady Harp, June 06

Not that special.......2006-04-18

I didn't glean anything more from this book that I couldn't have gathered on a Sunday drive. Most of the pictures are of exteriors and amazingly enough, none of them really inspires appretiation of this architechtural style. I'm an absolute sucker for Spanish Colonial. There's almost nothing built during the classic era of the 1920's and '30's that I don't swoon over. This book, however, compiled some of the least attractive examples of that style and ends up being thoroughly disappointing. Definitely look elsewhere if your objective is designing interior details that honor the classics.

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A comprehensive how-to/where-to guide to photographing more than 100 sites along the coast of Maine.

From dramatic rocky beaches and austere lighthouses to quiet harbors filled with lobster boats, tourists flock from around the world to photograph Maine's coastline. This book, written by two veteran photographers, tells you exactly where to go and how to go about shooting these "picture-perfect" places.

Directions to each site (including detailed maps), seasonal timing, places to eat and stay, and photographic tips accompany each site location, in addition to appendices featuring the authors' favorite places to photograph and tips on digital photography. Whether you want to capture close-up images of seaside flora and fauna or an old lobster boat to create your own postcard, this book will take you where you need to go. 60 full-color Photos, 15 maps, appendices.

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We'll See..........2006-03-16

My wife and I are planning our vacation to Maine for late Summer '06. We enjoyed the book, pictures, and suggestions for "great pictures."
We'll see how it goes!

This book was the BEST!.......2005-09-27

We followed his book to the letter and a great book with valuable infomation. Would recommend this book for anyone traveling to Maine and who likes Lighthouses. Wonderful and helpful tips.

Good guidebook.......2005-09-07

This is a good guidebook. It has enough detail/description to allow one to rationally select "likely sites" without being overpowering. However, there are an number of annoying editing errors present. (For example, every time the text reads "this place is 0.05 mile beyond that place", what's really meant is "0.5 mile". This is wrong in every place it's mentioned!)

You'll come home with prize winning photos!.......2004-05-30

David Middleton and Bruce Morrison have created a very insightful guide to coastal Maine photographic "hot spots". I am a professional photographer based in Maine, and while I am quite familiar with most of the places mentioned in this book I was pleasantly surprised to find out about others I had overlooked or was not aware of. (I also have a few secret spots of my own that did not crop up in the book..thankfully... but that's what makes this fun - a guidebook is best put to use as a springboard for further exploration.)

Photographers who live in Maine or are planning to visit coastal Maine will find much to enjoy here. You couldn't ask for a better resource. Even non-photographer types would do well to mine the gems of this book for general sightseeing and hiking tips.
Middleton and Morrison put you smack dab in the middle of great photo opportunities. A bit of a warning here: after you get a copy of this book you will feel a sudden and intense urge to be out on the Maine coast with your camera.

PS - Middleton's guide to Vermont photo sites is excellent as well.

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Kid Muscle isn't anybody's idea of a hero. Lazy and cowardly, he's more interested in snacking than fighting. But he's also the son of legendary intergalactic wrestler King Muscle - and when evil threatens the galaxy, the Kid's true muscles bulge through! An gang of evil wrestlers called the DMP is trashing the Earth, squashing innocent citizens and laughing at all efforts to stop their reign of terror. Obviously, Kid Muscle has only one choice: organize a wrestling gang of his own to destroy the DMP and set things right. But before they can take on the DMP, Kid Muscle and his new partners must prove their mettle by defeating the most renowned fighters in the known universe. For Kid Muscle, that means taking down the one wrestler he never wanted to face in the ring: dear old Dad!

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Pro Wrestling: Manga Style!.......2005-05-04

If you were a kid in the mid 1980's, you might remember a series of small, rubber wrestling figures called M.U.S.C.L.E. What you might not konw, is those figures were inspired by a Japanese comic series called Kinnikuman ("Muscle Man"). The comic followed the life of Kinniku Suguru, as he went from a clumsy, inept super-hero to eventually becoming king of his home planet.

Now it's years later. The heroes of the old Kinnikuman have all become older and weaker. Now it is time for the second generation to step up. The (reluctant) leader of this new generation is Suguru's son, Montaro. Though Montaro hates fighting, he has inherited his father's "fire" and can call upon great power when he truly needs it. This power has earned Montaro the nickname of Kinnkuman Nisei ("Muscle Man the Second"; Kid Muscle in the US). Along with Terry the Kid (Terry "The Grand" Kenyon), Gazelleman (Dik Dik Van Dik), Seiuchin (Wally Tusket), and many more wacky wrestlers, Montaro must grow up and take on his father's role of protecting the earth.

Ultimate Muscle is filled with humor, many of it toilet related. One of the biggest running gags is Montaro's tendancy to wet himself when he gets scared! The wrestling itself is downright wacky as the wrestlers are able to pull off moves that are downright impossible in reality.

If you've ever been a wrestling fan and you love wacky humor, you'll love Ultimate Muscle.

I am cooler than that loser who gave Whistle 3 stars! I rule.......2004-11-28

Ultimate Muscle is about this little whimp Mantaro,who soon becomes one hell of a wrestler!It is hella funny and has a bunch of wrestling action.The funniest part is when Mantaro tells his dad to give him playmuscle.If you dont buy it ill kick your sorry ass(that means you guy who gave Whistle! 3 stars)

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Forget the Novocaine, Doc - - I was a Teacher.......2007-05-30

Bob Calimeri taught biology and mathematics for 33 years in the Auburn school distrct. He coached football, track and cross-country for 22 years. His cross-country teams won two New York State championships.

He has taught part-time at Auburn Correctional Facility and is an adjunct profeeor at Cayuga Community College. He currently teaches part-time at Tyburn Academy, a small private school in Auburn.

He earned a two year degree from Auburn Community College and received his bachelor's and master's degrees from SUNY, Albany.

He and his wife, Barbara, have been married for 40 years. They have two grown children, Susan and Christopher.

The book was written as 44 vignettes and anecdotes gleaned from the author's many humorous moments and experiences.
1. The pursuit of teaching credentials - those carefree college days in which the main goal was to receive money from home in order to be able to go out on week-ends and relieve the stress from the academic grind.
2. Personal experiences that are not directly related to education, but which helped to shape an insight into human behavior and the absurdity of it all.
3. High school days - those days as a student-athlete which helped to demonstrate that the more things change, the more they remain the same.
4. Teaching days -- the humorous moments provided by the students, the true protagonists in the daily theatrical performances called American education.
5. Coaching days -- the fun and foibles of coaching.
--- from book's back cover

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Everything a fan would want to know about his or her favorite player, from biographical information to career highlights and statistics. Includes stats for every player, coach, and draft choice--even comprehensive European league statistics.

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A great resource.......2002-06-18

This book is a great resource for all hockey fans. It has very in-depth career and season statistics of every player that played in the NHL the year before its titla date ('99-'00). I highly recommend getting this book if you are looking for stats fromthat season. However, this is pretty useless now, since there have been 2 updated editions.

The best quick up to date reference of the NHL players/teams.......1999-10-25

You know when you're watching the game and you can't remember how many years Mike Ricci has been in the league or how the Ducks got Olaussen back again? This is the best quick look book to keep by the TV for watching the games. It's organized for easy reference with year by year stats on each player and key numbers such as height, weight, goals, position, teams etc.

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Based on the premise that all young people should learn to make decisions, respect themselves, and resolve challenging problems, this book is a self-help guide for adolescents to develop positive thinking, high self-esteem, and personal power. Exercises guide readers through learning about their own feelings, dreams, and needs while stressing that they are responsible for their own behavior and happiness. Situational anecdotes used to enhance the discussion are age-appropriate and relevant to children. Writing and keeping a journal are encouraged, and group exercises make the book useful in the classroom, family, or guidance group.

Basado en la premisa que todos niños deben aprender a tomar decisiones, respetarse, y resolver problemas difíciles, este libro es una orientación para que los jóvenes sepan cómo defenderse, pensar positivamente, y aumentar su autoestima. Los ejercicios presentan situaciones reales en las que, sin molestar a otras personas y sin meterse en problemas, los lectores logren sentirse mejor consigo mismos y se responsabilicen de su conducta. Motiva a los jovenes para que conozcan todo sobre si mismos y también aprendan a reconocer sus sentimientos, sueños, y necesidades. Escrito para jóvenes y niños, también es recomendable para maestros, orientadores, y padres comprometidos a ayudar a sus hijos a desarrollar habilidades vitales importantísimas y una autoestima sólida.

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The adoption of blitzkrieg tactics in the German Army prior to the start of World War II meant that Germany needed a new kind of fighting vehicle to transport troops around the battlefield in support of the Panzer spearheads. It was in response to this requirement that the armored halftrack was developed during the mid-1930s. The SdKfz 251 halftrack soon became one of the most numerous vehicles in German service during World War II, with over 15,000 produced. This title provides detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to build some of the most popular SdKfz 251 variants in both 1/72 and 1/35 scale. It also includes camouflage paint schemes and markings.

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An invaluable collection of clear and attractive historical maps, the World History Atlas is a handy, useful reference for any student of world history. Each map has been designed to be colorful, easy-to-read, and informative, without sacrificing detail or accuracy. These carefully selected maps provide comprehensive global coverage for the major historical periods. Page through the atlas, explore, and enjoy the history and geography of our ever-changing world.

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Magellan Geographix World History Atlas
Bentley
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Companies
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OG1CNY

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Electricity 2: Devices, Circuits and Materials, 7th Edition focuses readers' attention on alternating current principles, with detailed coverage of inductive reactance, capacitive reactance, and impedance presented in a reader-friendly manner that is ideal for newcomers to the field. Building on the foundation established in Electricity 1, readers will examine numerous types of alternating current circuits on the way to developing a solid understanding of the concepts of power, power factor, and power factor correction. Additional sample problems have been incorporated into this edition, providing opportunities to apply concepts in realistic troubleshooting situations. All-new unit summaries have been added to guide learning and mastery of important AC principles, and all information is now consistent with provisions specified in the current National Electric CodeÃ'.

Handbook of Low and High Dielectric Constant Materials and Their Applications. Volume 1: Materials and Processing. Voume 2: Phenomena, Properties and Applications. (Two-Volume Set)

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Top Pick Handbook for Microelectronics Pakaging
Top Pick Handbook for Microelectronics Pakaging
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Handbook of Low and High Dielectric Constant Materials and Their Applications. Volume 1: Materials and Processing. Voume 2: Phenomena, Properties and Applications. (Two-Volume Set)
Hari Singh Nalwa
Manufacturer: Academic Press
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0125139055

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Recent developments in microelectronics technologies have created a great demand for interlayer dielectric materials with a very low dielectric constant. They will play a crucial role in the future generation of IC devices (VLSI/UISI and high speed IC packaging). Considerable efforts have been made to develop new low as well as high dielectric constant materials for applications in electronics industries. Besides achieving either low or high dielectric constants, other materials' properties such as good processability, high mechanical strength, high thermal and environmental stability, low thermal expansion, low current leakage, low moisture absorption, corrosion resistant, etc., are of equal importance. Many chemical and physical strategies have been employed to get desired dielectric materials with high performance. This is a rapidly growing field of science--both in novel materials and their applications to future packing technologies. The experimental data on inorganic and organic materials having low or high dielectric constant remail scattered in the literature. It is timely, therfore, to consolidate the current knowledge on low and high dielectric constant materials into a sigle reference source.

Handbook of Low and High Dielectric Constant Materials and Their Applications is aimed at bringing together under a sigle cover (in two volumes) all low and high dielectric constant materials currently studied in academic and industrial research covering all spects of inorgani an organic materials from their synthetic chemistry, processing techniques, physics, structure-property relationship to applications in IC devices. This book will summarize the current status of the field covering important scientific developments made over the past decade with contributions from internationally recognized experts from all over the world. Fully cross-referenced, this book has clear, precise, and wide appeal as an essential reference source for all those interested in low and high dielectric constant material.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent Handbook for Next generation Semiconductor Device.......2000-03-16

Handbook provides most up-to-date information on low and high k dielectric materials useful for next generation IC devices in semiconductor industry. This book covers new material and their device applications.

Top Pick Handbook for Microelectronics Pakaging.......2000-03-15

This is the first handbook ever published that focuses on the low and high-k dielectric materials used in semiconductor industries, particularly for microelectronics packaging. It has in-depth information on all-new dielectric materials, their processing and device applications ranging from DRAMs to computer chips and much much more. Excellent reference source, highly recommended for scientists and researchers working in semiconductor industries and graduate as well as upper-level graduate students working in polymer science, materials science, chemistry, solid-state physics, electrical and electronics engineering.

Top Pick Handbook for Microelectronics Pakaging.......2000-03-15

dielectric materials.......1999-04-14

Dielectric propertied and its related phenomeno

Electricity 1: Devices, Circuits And Materials + Electricity 2: Devices, Circuits And Materials + National Electrical Code 2002

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Electricity 1: Devices, Circuits And Materials + Electricity 2: Devices, Circuits And Materials + National Electrical Code 2002
Thomas S. Kubala
Manufacturer: Delmar Thomson Learning
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Binding: Hardcover

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