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3.0 out of 5 stars
not as good as "a pattern language",
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This review is from: Patterns of Home: The Ten Essentials of Enduring Design (Hardcover)
My husband and I disagreed on this book. He loved it, 10 easy steps with photos. This surprised me, because he's more analytical and I would have thought that he'd prefer the careful data presentation of "A pattern language". I realized that I like to do in-depth research and plan, he likes to see the actions and results. I much preferred Alexander's "A pattern language", and I found this book shallow and derivative. He liked the photos of the design principles being applied in "patterns of home", and he liked having architectural decree as to what design patterns were most important. He immediately grabbed onto a few concepts and started distorting a house plan we'd been working on for months and which we had both agreed upon . This design had already incorporated key design issues from Alexander's book. After viewing sprawling disjointed modern houses depicted in "Patterns of Home" he began pitching a house site we'd already rejected on our acreage simply because it allows sprawl. I regret ever showing him this book and I sincerely hope that it's effects wear off quickly.
5.0 out of 5 stars
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This review is from: Patterns of Home: The Ten Essentials of Enduring Design (Paperback)
This is a synopsis of the classic Pattern Language book. This updated, pared down volume includes the basic ten patterns, explains and illustrates them clearly, and is really invaluable for anyone planning to build or remodel. You will understand how to use your space creatively, incorporate light and windows, understand traffic flow, and make your house a home. It's not rocket science, but it makes so much sense once you understand the basic patterns.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautifully written, accessible, helpful,
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This review is from: Patterns of Home: The Ten Essentials of Enduring Design (Hardcover)
For those who may not have the patience to work through "A Pattern Language," this book distills the most important elements and illuminates key aspects with photographs. I found it helpful as a suplement to "A Pattern Language". I think these books will improve any design.
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