Great American Homes

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Inspired by the bounty of classical architecture found in the grand homes of the southern United States, particularly the state of Georgia, the hallmarks of William T. Baker's architecture are extraordinary attention to details of craftsmanship and construction, and a keen eye for scale and proportion. His work clearly reflects the aspirations of the American Dream. His creative talent and discriminating standards for good taste have resulted in architecture that is a celebration of the American Dream. His masterful works reflect an astute comprehension of life as it is lived in the 21st century, with deliberate nods to historical aesthetics that coexist harmoniously with the architectural language of natural light, passive design themes, voluminous space, and fabulous comfort. AUTHOR: William T. Baker is the Founder and Principal of William T. Baker & Associates, Atlanta, Georgia, one of the foremost residential design firms in the United States today. With more than 30 years of experience working with C-suite executives from Fortune 500 firms, celebrities, and top professionals from a number of fields, Baker has received numerous awards for his work, including the prestigious Arthur Ross Award for Architecture in New York City and the Urban Design Commission Award for Excellence in Atlanta. His work spans the American continent, Asia, and the Caribbean and has been featured extensively in print and broadcast media around the world. SELLING POINTS: . Provides an insightful introduction by a distinguished writer on architecture and design, which contributes to a deeper understanding of the history of classical architecture in the United States and William T. Baker's impressive eye for classical detail . Reveals sprawling manors and grand homesteads, unique mountain retreats, seaside residences, vacation homes, and abodes for the modern family living a less formal, pared-down lifestyle . Becomes IMAGES' third volume on this outstanding new classicist, following Great American Homes: Volume One and New Classicists: William T. Baker 500 colour

William T. Baker is the Founder and Principal of William T. Baker & Associates, Atlanta, Georgia, one of the foremost residential design firms in the United States today. With more than 30 years of experience working with C-suite executives from Fortune 500 firms, celebrities, and top professionals from a number of fields, Baker has received numerous awards for his work, including the prestigious Arthur Ross Award for Architecture in New York City and the Urban Design Commission Award for Excellence in Atlanta. His work spans the American continent, Asia, and the Caribbean and has been featured extensively in print and broadcast media around the world. He writes and lectures on a variety of subjects including architectural design, theory, and the history of architecture. His other published works include New Classicists, an international bestseller, Architectural Excellence in a Diverse World Culture, analysing the timeless principles of architectural aesthetics, and the series Great American Homes (Volumes One and Two). William T. Baker holds professional memberships in the Institute of Classical Architecture (ICA) and the International Network for Traditional Building, Architecture & Urbanism (INTBAU). He has served on the board of a number of community organisations focused on affordable housing initiatives and low-income challenges and holds memberships in several historical societies.

Baker provides insight on how he incorporated each client's personal style into his designs, while maintaining classic design elements.--The Editor at Large This book reflects the aspirations of the 'American Dream' and showcases homes of modern families.--Kitchen & Bath Business A book not to be missed.--Smazing Magazine From a property with overtones of the Raj to a French courtyard-style house, a variety of styles and settings are superbly showcased here.--Belle Magazine Australia Through rich photographs, Great American homes, displays Baker's command for the craft.--Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Seamlessly blends the needs of today's families with classic design elements.--My Home Improvement Atlanta The appeals of Baker's designs seems almost effortless.--Design NJ Magazine An illustration of the American dream coming to life, a visual record of the epitome of luxurious lifestyle.--Dolce Magazine Baker provides insight on how he incorporated each client's personal style into his designs, while maintaining classic design elements.--The Editor at Large This book reflects the aspirations of the 'American Dream' and showcases homes of modern families.--Kitchen & Bath Business A book not to be missed.--Smazing Magazine From a property with overtones of the Raj to a French courtyard-style house, a variety of styles and settings are superbly showcased here.--Belle Magazine Australia Through rich photographs, Great American homes, displays Baker's command for the craft.--Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Seamlessly blends the needs of today's families with classic design elements.--My Home Improvement Atlanta The appeals of Baker's designs seems almost effortless.--Design NJ Magazine An illustration of the American dream coming to life, a visual record of the epitome of luxurious lifestyle.--Dolce Magazine